5th iHED International Conference

Internationalization of Higher Education, Digital Transformation, and Academic Diplomacy

March 30 – April 4, 2026 | Oujda & Ifrane, Morocco

The 5th iHED International Conference brings together global scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to explore how internationalization, digital transformation, and academic diplomacy are reshaping higher education worldwide.

Organized by CERHSO, in collaboration with the AUI Office of International Programs, Mohammed I University, and the STAR Scholars Network, this international forum provides a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, research dissemination, and global academic exchange.

Conference Theme

Internationalization of Higher Education, Digital Transformation, and Academic Diplomacy

The conference examines how higher education institutions navigate globalization, leverage digital innovation, and engage in academic diplomacy to foster global cooperation, equity, and sustainable development.

Key areas of focus include:

  • Global strategies for internationalizing higher education

  • Digital transformation in teaching, learning, and institutional governance

  • Academic diplomacy as a tool for international collaboration and peacebuilding

  • Cross-border partnerships and mobility

  • Technology-driven innovation in global education

  • Policy, leadership, and institutional change in international education

Important Dates

📅 Conference Dates: March 30 – April 4, 2026
📍 Locations:

  • Mohammed I University & CERHSO, Oujda

  • Al Akhawayn University, Ifrane

🌐 Languages: English | French

Publications

Selected papers will be considered for:

  • Scopus-indexed journal publications (Q1–Q2)

  • An edited volume associated with the conference

This ensures high scholarly visibility and global impact for accepted contributions.

Call for Papers

We invite original research papers, conceptual analyses, case studies, and practice-based contributions aligned with the conference theme and sub-themes.

Submissions are welcomed from scholars, researchers, doctoral students, administrators, and practitioners engaged in international education, digital learning, academic diplomacy, and related fields.

Submission & Inquiries

📧 Email: ihed.morocco@gmail.com
📲 Submission & Details: Please scan the QR code on the flyer or contact the organizing committee directly.

Organizing Institutions

  • CERHSO

  • AUI Office of International Programs

  • Mohammed I University

  • STAR Scholars Network

Conference Partners

The conference is supported by an international consortium of academic partners, including:

  • Liège Université CRIFA2

  • The University of Arizona Global Campus

  • Kathmandu University

  • United International University

Why Attend?

  • Engage with international scholars and leaders

  • Present your work to a global academic audience

  • Contribute to high-impact publications

  • Network with global institutions

  • Explore Morocco’s academic and cultural landscape

  • Shape the future of international higher education