Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) / Association des Sciences Administratives du Canada (ASAC)

The Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC), or in French, Association des Sciences Administratives du Canada, is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing research, teaching, and practice in the administrative sciences.

History

Founded in 1957, ASAC was originally known as the Association of Canadian Schools of Commerce and Business Administration. It aimed to promote higher education in commerce and business and provide a platform for scholarly research. In 1977, the association changed its name to the Administrative Sciences Association of Canada, aligning itself with international counterparts like the US Academy of Management by the mid-1980s[1][2].

Mission and Activities

ASAC's mission is to foster a vibrant community for the rigorous exchange of ideas in the administrative sciences within Canada. It supports this mission by providing resources and tools to enhance scholarship, teaching, and practice among its members. ASAC organizes an annual international conference with interdisciplinary divisions where academics, students, and business professionals gather to share research and innovative practices in organizational management[1][2].

Membership and Conferences

As of recent data, ASAC has approximately 493 members, with the majority being professional academics at universities or pursuing advanced degrees in business[2]. The association holds an annual conference, featuring peer-reviewed research presentations and a full-day doctoral consortium, catering to both senior and junior researchers[2].

Strategic Directions

ASAC focuses on adding member value through resources and tools for scholarship and practice. It also emphasizes responsible governance to ensure the sustainability of the organization[1].

Impact

By bringing together academics and professionals from Canada and around the world, ASAC plays a crucial role in shaping business research and education in Canada. It provides a platform for networking and career advancement within the business and management disciplines[5].