Why join the strategic management society?
Types & Costs
Membership Year
SMS Membership runs on a calendar year from January 1 through December 31. Memberships purchased mid-year are active from the date of payment through December 31.
Join Now, Save on the Rest of 2026
Beginning October 1, new members can purchase 2027 membership and receive the remainder of 2026 at a discounted rate.
| Membership Type | Annual Rate | 2026 + 2027 Bundle |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Membership | $215 | $322.50 |
| Student Membership | $108 | $162 |
| Emeritus Membership | $108 | $162 |
Student members should be enrolled full-time in a PhD granting institution. Emeritus members should be at least 65 years of age and have been members in SMS for 10 years or more.
Choose autorenewal during your check-out process to simplify your renewal next year and maintain uninterrupted access.
Benefits
From doctoral students and emerging scholars to established academics, consultants, and business leaders, SMS membership connects you with the latest strategic insights, leadership development, and opportunities to connect with top strategy scholars and practitioners that supports every stage of your career in strategic management.
The following benefits are exclusive to members:
- Discounted registration rates for SMS Conferences
- Virtual access to current and archived issues of the SMS' leading journals: Strategic Management Journal, Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal, and Global Strategy Journal
- 25% discount on all Wiley publications
- Access to apply for research funding from the Strategy Research Foundation
- Free access to SMS webinars and select virtual events
- Members-only access to Member Circle, a private platform where you can connect with fellow members, discover opportunities, and share insights
- Membership into Interest Groups and Communities for networking and programming with those who have similar research and business interests
- Opportunity to serve as a volunteer leader of the Society in one or more of the program areas
- Priority communications that provide advance notice for all SMS Programs
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Be a part of the SMS community of academics, business practitioners, and consultants making a lasting impact on the field of strategic management. Click here to join SMS today!
Frequently Asked Questions
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