International Journal of Public Sector Management

metrics 2024

Bridging Theory and Practice in Public Administration.

Introduction

The International Journal of Public Sector Management, published by EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD, serves as a premier platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and insights in the realm of public sector management. With an ISSN of 0951-3558 and an E-ISSN of 1758-6666, this journal has maintained its reputation as a vital resource since its inception in 1970, particularly notable from 1988 to 2024. It proudly holds a Q1 category ranking in both Geography, Planning and Development and Political Science and International Relations, alongside a solid position in Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law and Public Administration. The journal addresses crucial developments and practices within public sector environments, aiming to bridge the gap between theory and practical application for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. Emphasizing rigorous peer-review, the journal not only provides a platform for scholarly discussions but also aims to influence future policies and management strategies. Accessible through traditional subscription models, this journal is dedicated to enhancing understanding and fostering innovation within the public sector.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.71
Journal Impact Factor2.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.90
H-Index68
Journal IF Without Self2.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.24
Influence0.61
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life7.50
Citing Half Life8.40
JCI0.76
Total Documents1018
WOS Total Citations1616
SCIMAGO Total Citations4286
SCIMAGO SELF Citations340
Scopus Journal Rank0.71
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.87
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.74
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.95

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #60/706
Percentile 91.50
Quartile Q1
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #166/821
Percentile 79.78
Quartile Q1
Public Administration in Social Sciences
Rank #57/232
Percentile 75.43
Quartile Q1
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law in Environmental Science
Rank #127/399
Percentile 68.17
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

MANAGEMENT
Rank 211/401
Percentile 47.50
Quartile Q3
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Rank 32/91
Percentile 65.40
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

MANAGEMENT
Rank 174/402
Percentile 56.72
Quartile Q2
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Rank 47/91
Percentile 48.35
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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