African Journal of Economic and Management Studies
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Management Practices through African Perspectives
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Economic Development and Policy Analysis:
Focused on analyzing various aspects of economic development in African nations, including fiscal policies, monetary policies, and their impact on growth, poverty, and inequality. - Financial Inclusion and Microfinance:
Research on the role of financial institutions, microfinance, and digital finance in promoting economic sustainability and inclusion among marginalized groups and communities. - Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
Explores entrepreneurial practices, innovation capabilities, and the role of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in driving economic growth and resilience in Africa. - Sustainable Development and Environmental Economics:
Investigates sustainable economic practices and the intersection of environmental concerns with economic growth, particularly in relation to climate-smart initiatives. - Market Dynamics and Economic Performance:
Analyzes market behaviors, including the effects of macroeconomic variables on industry performance, stock markets, and the implications for investment. - Labor Economics and Human Resource Management:
Focuses on the relationship between labor market dynamics, employee engagement, and organizational performance, particularly in the context of African economies.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and FinTech Innovations:
A significant increase in research surrounding digital transformation, particularly the role of fintech in enhancing financial inclusion and efficiency in various sectors. - Impact of COVID-19 on Economic Systems:
Emerging themes related to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, including studies on recovery strategies, resilience in businesses, and the pandemic's long-term effects on various sectors. - Inclusive Growth and Gender Dynamics:
Growing attention to inclusive growth models that address gender disparities in economic participation, emphasizing women's empowerment and financial literacy. - Sustainability and Climate Change Adaptation:
A rising focus on sustainable development practices and the economic implications of climate change, exploring how various sectors can adapt to environmental challenges. - Data Analytics and Economic Modelling:
The use of advanced data analytics and econometric models to predict economic trends and inform policy decisions is becoming increasingly prominent in recent publications.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Banking Models:
There seems to be a reduced focus on traditional banking models and practices, as newer studies emphasize fintech and digital finance solutions that cater to modern economic challenges. - Agricultural Economics in Isolation:
Research specifically targeting agricultural economics as a standalone subject is waning, with fewer studies focusing exclusively on agriculture without integrating broader economic contexts. - Public Sector Employment Studies:
There has been a noticeable decline in studies focusing on public sector employment dynamics, possibly overshadowed by growing interests in private sector entrepreneurship and innovation. - Conventional Economic Indicators:
The reliance on traditional economic indicators (like GDP) for analysis appears to be diminishing, as researchers seek more nuanced and multidimensional approaches to understanding economic performance. - Local Market Analysis:
The focus on localized market analyses is declining, with a shift towards comparative studies and broader regional or continental assessments that provide a wider context.
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