ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Management Scholarship to New Heights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management:
AMJ publishes research that explores the dynamics of human behavior within organizations, including motivation, leadership, team dynamics, and employee well-being. - Strategic Management and Organizational Theory:
The journal focuses on studies that contribute to our understanding of strategic decision-making, competitive advantage, and the evolving nature of organizations in a global context. - Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations:
AMJ emphasizes research that examines the implications of diversity in the workplace, including gender, race, and cultural diversity, and how these factors influence organizational performance and employee experiences. - Methodological Innovations in Management Research:
The journal welcomes innovative research methodologies that enhance empirical research in management, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches. - Social and Environmental Responsibility:
AMJ encourages exploration of corporate social responsibility, ethical leadership, and the role of organizations in addressing societal challenges, reflecting a commitment to socially responsible management. - Change Management and Organizational Development:
The journal includes studies on organizational change processes, resilience, and the mechanisms through which organizations adapt to internal and external pressures.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Technology and Digital Transformation:
There is a growing focus on how technological advancements, including artificial intelligence and digital platforms, influence organizational practices, employee engagement, and strategic decision-making. - Workplace Diversity and Equity:
Research examining the implications of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace is gaining momentum, highlighting the importance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and organizational success. - Employee Well-Being and Mental Health:
The emphasis on employee well-being, resilience, and mental health is increasing, particularly in response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the changing nature of work. - Collaborative and Networked Organizations:
Studies exploring the dynamics of collaboration, inter-organizational networks, and partnerships are on the rise, reflecting the need for organizations to adapt to complex environments through cooperative strategies. - Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility:
Research addressing sustainability practices and corporate social responsibility is trending, as organizations are increasingly held accountable for their social and environmental impacts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Management Theories:
Research grounded in classical management theories such as Taylorism and bureaucratic management has become less prevalent as scholars increasingly seek to address contemporary challenges and dynamics in organizations. - Static Organizational Structures:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies focusing on rigid organizational structures. Instead, the emphasis has shifted toward more fluid and dynamic organizational forms that better reflect current business environments. - Individual Performance Metrics:
Research concentrating solely on individual performance metrics without considering team dynamics and collaborative efforts seems to be waning, as the importance of collective performance is increasingly recognized. - Top-Down Leadership Models:
The exploration of traditional top-down leadership models is less frequent, with a growing focus on collaborative and participatory leadership styles that engage employees at all levels. - Homogeneous Work Environments:
Studies that ignore the complexities of diverse workforce dynamics are becoming less common, as the emphasis on diversity and inclusion in research has gained significant traction.
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