Africa Journal of Management
Scope & Guideline
Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders in African Management
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Contextualized Management Practices:
The journal emphasizes the need for management theories and practices that are specifically tailored to the African context, addressing the socio-economic, cultural, and political dynamics that influence management in the region. - Sustainability and Social Innovation:
A core focus is on sustainable business practices and social innovation, particularly how these concepts can be integrated into entrepreneurship and management strategies to address Africa's unique challenges. - Leadership and Organizational Behavior:
Research on leadership styles, organizational culture, and employee behavior is highlighted, particularly studies that explore indigenous leadership philosophies such as Ubuntu and their implications for management. - Entrepreneurship and Economic Development:
The journal prioritizes research on entrepreneurship, particularly in emerging and resource-constrained environments, exploring how entrepreneurial activities can drive economic growth and development in Africa. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
There is a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research methodologies, combining insights from economics, sociology, and environmental studies to provide a holistic understanding of management issues.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and Innovation:
There is a notable increase in research examining the role of digital technologies in enhancing business practices and entrepreneurship in Africa, highlighting the potential of digital solutions to address local challenges. - Ubuntu and Indigenous Leadership Models:
The exploration of Ubuntu-inspired leadership and its implications for management practices is gaining prominence, indicating a resurgence of interest in indigenous philosophies that offer alternative approaches to leadership. - Environmental Sustainability and Green Management:
Research focusing on sustainable practices and environmental management is on the rise, reflecting a growing awareness of the need for environmentally responsible business practices in the face of climate change. - Social Entrepreneurship:
The theme of social entrepreneurship is emerging as a critical area of interest, with studies exploring innovative business models that address social issues while also achieving economic viability. - Collaborative and Networked Approaches:
There is an increasing focus on collaborative models and networks among businesses, government, and civil society, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in driving development and innovation in Africa.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Management Theories:
There seems to be a decline in the exploration of traditional Western management theories without contextual adaptation, as the journal increasingly favors research that is rooted in African realities and indigenous practices. - General Economic Theories:
Research focusing solely on broad economic theories without a specific application to African contexts has become less frequent, as there is a growing demand for studies that provide actionable insights relevant to local conditions. - Static Case Studies:
There is a noticeable decrease in the publication of static case studies that do not incorporate dynamic changes or longitudinal perspectives, suggesting a shift towards more dynamic and contextually relevant research.
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