Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management

metrics 2024

Catalyzing Change in Health Policy and Management

Introduction

Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management is a distinguished open-access journal published by the Australian College of Health Service Management. Since its inception in 2006, this journal has become an essential resource for researchers, practitioners, and students in the fields of health policy, public health, and health information management. With a commitment to disseminating high-quality research, it operates from Australia, serving as a platform for innovative studies and discussions that address contemporary issues in health management across the Asia-Pacific region. The journal is indexed in Scopus, holding a rank of #228 in Health Policy and #499 in Public Health, indicative of its growing impact, although classified in the Q4 quartile for several categories in 2023. This positions the journal as a valuable resource for understanding health challenges and management practices, promoting a comprehensive understanding of health systems within diverse contexts. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or an emerging scholar, the Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management offers a vital outlet for sharing insights that advance the discipline and improve health outcomes.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor0.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.60
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self0.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.14
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life3.50
Citing Half Life6.20
JCI0.17
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations194
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 116/118
Percentile 2.10
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 117/119
Percentile 1.68
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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