Management Communication Quarterly
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Nexus of Communication and Management.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Organizational Communication Dynamics:
The journal emphasizes the study of communication processes within organizations, examining how these processes affect organizational culture, identity, and effectiveness. - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Communication:
MCQ explores the role of communication in CSR, including the dynamics of stakeholder engagement, public perception, and the strategic use of communication in promoting ethical practices. - Technological Influence on Communication:
The journal investigates how emerging technologies reshape communication practices within organizations, focusing on both challenges and opportunities presented by digital communication tools. - Diversity and Inclusion in Workplace Communication:
Research in this area addresses the communicative practices that support or hinder diversity and inclusion efforts, examining how intersectionality impacts organizational narratives and employee experiences. - Crisis Communication and Resilience:
MCQ features studies on communication strategies during crises, including how organizations maintain stakeholder trust and manage reputation during challenging times.
Trending and Emerging
- Remote Work Communication:
The rise of remote work has led to increased interest in communication strategies that foster connection, collaboration, and organizational culture in virtual environments. - Polarization in Organizational Discourse:
Recent publications highlight the impact of polarized public discourses on organizational communication, exploring how organizations navigate divisive issues in society. - Resilience and Adaptability in Communication:
The concept of resilience, particularly in the context of crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, is gaining traction as organizations seek to understand how effective communication can support adaptability. - Intersectionality in Organizational Studies:
There is a growing emphasis on intersectional approaches to organizational communication, recognizing how overlapping identities affect communication practices and workplace dynamics. - Participatory Communication Practices:
Emerging research focuses on participatory communication strategies that engage employees in decision-making processes, reflecting a shift towards democratization in organizational communication.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Leadership Communication Models:
Research centered on conventional leadership communication models seems to be waning as newer paradigms emphasizing collaborative and participatory leadership emerge. - Static Organizational Structures:
There is a noticeable decline in studies focusing on static organizational structures, as the journal increasingly addresses dynamic and fluid organizational forms. - Generalized Employee Engagement Strategies:
Previous broad approaches to employee engagement are being overshadowed by more nuanced studies that consider the specific contexts and experiences of diverse employee groups.
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