About us

The PDMA Global Student Innovation Challenge 2026 aims to provide a platform for students to put theories into practice and engage with industry professionals. Student teams are required to develop an original concept for a product, service, or software, including a unique value proposition, evidence of demand, and a mockup. Finalists are invited to present at PDMA’s Annual Summit & JPIM Research Forum.

Important Dates

Tue, Jun 2, 2026

Submission deadline

Paper Submission

Research Paper Submission Tracks

New product development

Product Innovation

Software development

New product management

Service innovation

Call for Papers Description

Student teams will develop an original concept for a product, service, software, or a combination of the three, and develop a submission detailing the unique value proposition, evidence of demand, and mockup or embodiment of product. Designs for products, services or software of any type are welcome.