JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT
Scope & Guideline
Leading the Way in Management Research Since 1975
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Management Practices in African Contexts:
The journal provides insights into management practices that are specific to African nations, considering cultural, economic, and social factors that influence these practices. - Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
A core focus is on entrepreneurship, particularly in resource-constrained environments, examining how innovation and entrepreneurial strategies can drive performance and economic growth. - Sustainability and Social Responsibility:
Research often addresses sustainability issues, corporate social responsibility, and ethical considerations in management, reflecting the increasing importance of these themes in African business. - Leadership and Organizational Behavior:
Studies on leadership styles, organizational culture, and employee behavior are prevalent, with a particular interest in indigenous leadership models such as Ubuntu. - Economic Development and Policy Implications:
The journal explores the intersection of management research with economic development policies, providing valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners.
Trending and Emerging
- Ubuntu and Indigenous Leadership:
There is an increasing interest in exploring Ubuntu and other indigenous leadership philosophies, emphasizing their relevance in modern management practices within African contexts. - Digital Transformation and Innovation:
Research focusing on digital entrepreneurship and innovation strategies is on the rise, particularly in relation to sustainable practices and economic resilience in African economies. - Resilience in Crisis Management:
Papers examining how organizations adapt and respond to crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, are trending, highlighting the importance of resilience and agility in management. - Social Entrepreneurship and Impact:
The journal is seeing a growing emphasis on social entrepreneurship, particularly studies that explore the impact of social ventures on community development and economic empowerment. - Sustainability in Supply Chain Management:
Emerging themes around green procurement and sustainable supply chains are gaining prominence, reflecting the global push for sustainability in business practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Management Theories:
There is a noticeable decline in the application of traditional Western management theories without adaptation to the African context, as researchers are increasingly favoring indigenous frameworks. - Generalized Global Business Practices:
Papers focusing on generic global business practices without specific relevance to the African context are becoming less prevalent, indicating a shift towards more localized research. - Sector-Specific Studies:
Research that focuses narrowly on specific sectors, such as manufacturing or agriculture, without broader implications or cross-sector insights is less frequently published, suggesting a move towards integrative studies. - Quantitative Methods Dominance:
The reliance on quantitative methods is decreasing as qualitative and mixed-method approaches gain traction, reflecting a broader trend toward understanding complex social phenomena in management.
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