ORGANIZATION STUDIES
Scope & Guideline
Shaping the future of management through rigorous research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Organization Theory:
The journal encourages contributions that draw from various disciplines, integrating theories from sociology, psychology, economics, and political science to enrich organizational studies. - Focus on Social Justice and Ethics in Organizations:
A commitment to exploring issues of ethics, social justice, and power dynamics within organizations, particularly in relation to marginalized groups and structural inequalities. - Emphasis on Empirical Research and Methodological Diversity:
'Organization Studies' prioritizes empirical research that employs a range of methodologies, from qualitative ethnography to quantitative analysis, reflecting the complexity of organizational phenomena. - Exploration of Contemporary Issues:
The journal addresses contemporary challenges facing organizations, such as digital transformation, climate change, and the impacts of globalization, highlighting the relevance of organizational studies in current societal contexts. - Theoretical Innovation and Development:
A focus on advancing theoretical frameworks that challenge conventional wisdom in organization studies, fostering innovative perspectives on organizing processes.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and Technology in Organizations:
There is an increasing focus on how organizations adapt to and integrate digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and data analytics, into their operations and culture. - Sustainability and Climate Action:
Research addressing sustainability practices and the role of organizations in climate change mitigation is gaining traction, reflecting a broader societal concern for environmental issues. - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives:
A significant rise in studies examining DEI initiatives within organizations indicates a growing commitment to understanding and improving organizational practices related to diversity and inclusion. - Affect and Emotion in Organizational Processes:
Emerging research on the role of emotions and affect in organizational life is becoming more prominent, emphasizing how these dimensions influence behavior, decision-making, and culture. - Posthumanism and Non-Human Agency in Organizations:
An increasing interest in posthumanist perspectives is evident, exploring the roles of non-human actors, such as technology and nature, in organizational studies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Management Theories:
There is a noticeable decline in research centered on traditional management theories that do not incorporate contemporary issues, suggesting a move towards more adaptive and responsive frameworks. - Hierarchical Organizational Structures:
Research focusing on rigid hierarchical structures is decreasing as scholars increasingly explore more fluid and decentralized forms of organization that reflect modern workplace dynamics. - Sector-Specific Studies:
Studies that focus narrowly on specific sectors, such as manufacturing or finance, are waning in favor of cross-sectoral analyses that capture the interconnectedness of various industries. - Static Models of Organizational Behavior:
The use of static models that fail to account for the dynamic nature of organizations and their environments is less prevalent, indicating a shift towards more dynamic and process-oriented approaches. - International Comparisons without Contextual Nuance:
Research that compares organizations across countries without considering local contexts and cultural nuances is declining, as there is a growing recognition of the importance of context in organizational studies.
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