Welcome to Association for
Business Communication

ABC is an international, interdisciplinary organization committed to advancing business communication research, education, and practice.


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Annual International and Regional Conferences

Learn from business communication colleagues and present your research and teaching ideas at our conferences. Network with faculty who share your goals and learn from their experiences working at universities in the U.S. and around the world.  

Community

As a member, you can choose from 30 Committees, Regions, and Special Interest Groups to enhance your teaching and research. Whether you have years of experience in business communication or are just starting your career, meet colleagues who share your interests in AI, rhetoric, consulting, and more. 

Publications

Business and Professional Communication Quarterly (BPCQ) is the only refereed journal devoted to the teaching of communication in the workplace. The International Journal of Business Communication (IJBC) invites rigorous research methods and is included and abstracted in the Social Sciences Citation Index® and others. 

Awards

Members are eligible for several awards for exemplary scholarship, teaching, and writing. Submit a case for our Student Competition, apply for grants, submit your research, get recognized for your teaching innovations, and more.

Highlights

2025 ABC Southwest Conference

View details about the 2025 ABC Southwestern U.S./FBD and other regional conferences.

Become an ABC Member!

  • Enjoy full online access to scholarly publications.
  • Network with faculty who share your interests.
  • Access teaching materials for your classes.
  • Receive ABC conference discounts.
  • Be recognized for your work with our member-only awards.
  • Publicize your work in our member-only newsletter.

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