World Development Perspectives

metrics 2024

Fostering dialogue for equitable and sustainable progress.

Introduction

World Development Perspectives, published by Elsevier, is a premier academic journal poised at the forefront of multidisciplinary research in the realms of development, economics, geography, sociology, and political science. With an ISSN of 2452-2929, this journal is committed to fostering an insightful dialogue among researchers and practitioners on pressing global challenges. The journal holds an impressive Q1 ranking in both Geography, Planning and Development and Sociology and Political Science, highlighting its exceptional contribution to these fields. Furthermore, its Q2 status in Development and Economics underscores its relevance in addressing economic issues through innovative development perspectives. Operating from its base in the United Kingdom and with a broad range of access options, World Development Perspectives invites scholarly submissions that explore transformative strategies aimed at sustainable development. As it converges from 2016 to 2024, the journal is dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students committed to shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.66
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index22
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.26
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life3.30
Citing Half Life8.90
JCI0.70
Total Documents367
WOS Total Citations681
SCIMAGO Total Citations1483
SCIMAGO SELF Citations19
Scopus Journal Rank0.66
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.27
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.69
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.75

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #228/1466
Percentile 84.45
Quartile Q1
Development in Social Sciences
Rank #68/306
Percentile 77.78
Quartile Q1
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #195/821
Percentile 76.25
Quartile Q1
Economics and Econometrics in Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Rank #201/716
Percentile 71.93
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 25/63
Percentile 61.10
Quartile Q2
ECONOMICS
Rank 187/597
Percentile 68.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 24/63
Percentile 61.90
Quartile Q2
ECONOMICS
Rank 214/600
Percentile 64.33
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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