International Bulletin of Mission Research

metrics 2024

Fostering Dialogue on Intercultural Perspectives

Introduction

International Bulletin of Mission Research is a distinguished journal published by SAGE Publications Inc., dedicated to advancing the field of mission studies. With an ISSN of 2396-9393 and an E-ISSN of 2396-9407, this journal serves as a platform for innovative research, critical analysis, and scholarly dialogue surrounding religious missions and their implications globally. Operating from the United States, it is prominently positioned in the Q2 category of Religious Studies and ranks #261 out of 644 in the Scopus database, demonstrating its significant impact within the academic community. The journal focuses on various dimensions of mission research, including historical, cultural, and intercultural perspectives, encouraging contributions that reflect contemporary issues and challenges within this domain. Published continuously from 2017 to 2024, the International Bulletin of Mission Research invites researchers, professionals, and students alike to engage with its robust content, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and promoting scholarly contributions to this vital area of study.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.16
Journal Impact Factor0.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.30
H-Index5
Journal IF Without Self0.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.09
Influence0.28
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life9.00
Citing Half Life17.20
JCI0.40
Total Documents281
WOS Total Citations193
SCIMAGO Total Citations110
SCIMAGO SELF Citations0
Scopus Journal Rank0.16
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.21
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.22
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.20

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #261/644
Percentile 59.47
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 182/339
Percentile 46.31
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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