Scandinavian Journal of Management
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling New Perspectives in Management and Applied Psychology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Management Research:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from various fields such as sociology, psychology, and economics to enrich management studies. - Focus on Organizational Dynamics:
It consistently explores complex organizational dynamics, including leadership styles, organizational change, and the impact of socio-cultural factors on management practices. - Sustainability and Social Responsibility:
A growing emphasis on sustainability and corporate social responsibility reflects the journal's commitment to addressing contemporary challenges in management. - Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
The journal highlights research on entrepreneurship, particularly in the context of family firms and social entrepreneurship, contributing to a nuanced understanding of innovation processes. - Diversity and Inclusion:
There is a significant focus on diversity management and inclusion practices within organizations, examining how these elements affect performance and organizational culture.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and Technology:
There is a marked increase in research exploring the implications of digital transformation and technology on management practices, highlighting the need for organizations to adapt to rapid technological changes. - Complexity and Systems Thinking:
A growing interest in complexity and systems thinking reflects an understanding of organizations as complex adaptive systems, where interdependencies and interactions are critical. - Workplace Well-being and Remote Work:
The impact of remote work and workplace well-being has gained significant attention, particularly in the wake of global shifts in work environments, emphasizing the importance of mental health and employee engagement. - Coopetition and Collaborative Strategies:
Emerging themes around coopetition—collaboration between competing firms—indicate a trend towards understanding how organizations can leverage both competition and cooperation in achieving strategic goals. - Social and Environmental Justice:
Research focusing on social and environmental justice issues within management practices is on the rise, indicating a shift towards addressing broader societal impacts of business decisions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Management Theories:
There is a noticeable decline in papers focusing on traditional management theories and frameworks, as researchers increasingly seek to explore more contemporary and adaptive approaches. - Economic-Centric Studies:
Research that primarily emphasizes economic outcomes without considering social and environmental contexts is becoming less prevalent, as there is a growing demand for holistic perspectives. - Rigid Hierarchical Structures:
The exploration of rigid hierarchical organizational structures is waning, with more emphasis placed on flexible, networked, and decentralized management practices. - Static Leadership Models:
The interest in static and prescriptive leadership models is decreasing, replaced by a focus on dynamic, context-sensitive leadership approaches that consider real-time challenges.
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