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Journals in Strategy and strategic management

Our strategic management collection offers in-depth analysis of competitive strategy, innovation, corporate governance, and organizational agility. Showcasing cutting-edge research, case studies, and frameworks, these titles support scholars, executives, and students in developing sustainable competitive advantages. Addressing global challenges, digital disruption, and ethical considerations, the portfolio equips decision-makers with tools to craft forward-thinking strategies that foster long-term success.

    • Long Range Planning

      • ISSN: 0024-6301
      International Journal of Strategic ManagementLong Range Planning (LRP) is a leading international journal for the field of strategic management. The journal has forged a strong reputation for publishing original research since 1968. We encourage submissions of articles that involve empirical research and theoretical articles, including studies that review and assess the current state of knowledge in important areas of strategy.The majority of users of LRP come from the academic world, and the journal serves two functions in that world: the transmission of research findings among academic researchers, and the transmission of ideas that are useful in the classroom. Articles may be written for practicing managers and students in professional programs, or they may be directed primarily to academic researchers. LRP takes an inclusive approach to empirical research, publishing studies based on primary survey data, archival data, case study and other recognized approaches to data collection.LRP welcomes work from scholars based in all parts of the world, including emerging and transitional economies. All work must meet a high standard and is assessed for originality and quality through a rigorous peer review process. The areas of work published by LRP include, among others: corporate strategy and governance, business strategy and new business models, international dimensions of strategy, strategies for emerging markets, entrepreneurship, innovation, organizational structure and design, corporate social responsibility, management of technology, methods for strategy research, and business processes. In addition to publication of high quality individual articles, LRP also publishes topically-themed special issues.
    • Journal of Family Business Strategy

      • ISSN: 1877-8585
      Journal of Family Business Strategy publishes research that contributes new knowledge and understanding to the field of family business. The Journal is international in scope and welcomes submissions that address all aspects of how family influences business and business influences family. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:• Reasons for family business performance • Impact of family and business on strategy and performance • Branding strategies (when to be family and when not) • Long term strategies, growth vs. survival strategy • Processes and outcomes of corporate entrepreneurship • Role of family on new venture strategies • Impact of family and ownership on strategic processes • Efficacy of strategic plan vs. strategic planning process • The role of financial and non-financial goals in strategy and resource allocation • Impact of family on network relations and consequent impact on centrality and performance • Corporate governance; role of boards of directors in family business, beyond board interlocks, and the role of non board relations, • The role of top management teams, and executive compensation, professional non-family management • Development of family groups in developing economies • Strategy- as- practice, and strategizing activities in family businessesJournal of Family Business Strategy seeks several areas of contribution:Theoret... and empirical work on family business: Journal of Family Business Strategy seeks to be the primary publication outlet for the best theoretical and empirical papers on a wide range of strategy topics. Journal of Family Business Strategy is the Journal for new work from young family business oriented scholars, addressing new areas of inquiry, and from more experienced scholars extending earlier work or engaging new paradigms.Interdisci... focus on family business research: Journal of Family Business Strategy publishes the best theory papers on family business strategy topics from a number of disciplines, including organizational behavior and theory, sociology, anthropology, psychology and social psychology, strategic management, economics, finance, and industrial relations. Journal of Family Business Strategy is the international Journal for family business research that goes beyond the bounds of any particular geographical region or discipline to engage a broad audience.A range of perspectives and styles: Journal of Family Business Strategy publishes quantitative research as well as qualitative work and purely theoretical/ conceptual papers. No matter which methodological approach, research published in Journal of Family Business Strategy meets the highest standards for rigorous and excellent research. Theoretical orientations and subjects in Journal of Family Business Strategy range from micro to macro, from lab experiments in psychology and behavioral economics and finance to topics impacting public policy. Journal of Family Business Strategy is the Journal dedicated to family business research that has scope and variety. Journal of Family Business Strategy also welcomes research notes crafted to be brief and specific contributions to a sub-topic related to family business strategy.Informative book reviews: Journal of Family Business Strategy regularly publishes reflective books reviews that enable readers to judge the book's significance for the academic field of family business research.
    • Omega

      • ISSN: 0305-0483
      Omega reports on advances in Operations Analytics, including the latest research results and applications in Management Sciences. OMEGA seeks submissions related to the use of data and problem-driven models and techniques to address practical optimization and business analytics challenges. Of particular interest are papers that present effective and contemporary modeling and solution approaches for novel application areas, as well as those papers that contain breakthroughs in solving established problems in application domains of considerable interest. The submissions are expected to be of high quality and relevance, written in a manner that makes it accessible to a wide-ranging readership of academics, practitioners, and managers. Preference will be given to papers with implications for the practice of management.OMEGA welcomes the following types of submissions:Innovati... Applications:Article... that present unique and effective solutions to real-world challenges.Theory and Methodology Advances:Research papers offering new contributions to the methodologies and theoretical foundations of Management Sciences and Operations Analytics.Invited Reviews:Comprehensiv... reviews that inform the broader Management Sciences audience about recent advancements in a specific topic area.Short Communications:Brief reports that address significant shortcomings or limitations identified in recent OMEGA publications.
    • Journal of Engineering and Technology Management

      • ISSN: 0923-4748
      The Journal of Engineering and Technology Management (JET-M) is an international scholarly refereed research journal which aims to promote the theory and practice of technology, innovation, and engineering management.The journal links engineering, science, and management disciplines. It addresses the issues involved in the planning, development, and implementation of technological capabilities to shape and accomplish the strategic and operational objectives of an organization. It covers not only R&D management, but also the entire spectrum of managerial concerns in technology-based organizations. This includes issues relating to new product development, human resource management, innovation process management, project management, technological fusion, marketing, technological forecasting and strategic planning.The journal provides an interface between technology and other corporate functions, such as R&D, marketing, manufacturing and administration. Its ultimate goal is to make a profound contribution to theory development, research and practice by serving as a leading forum for the publication of scholarly research on all aspects of technology, innovation, and engineering management.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support Center
    • European Management Journal

      • ISSN: 0263-2373
      The European Management Journal (EMJ) is a flagship scholarly journal, publishing internationally leading research across all areas of management. EMJ articles challenge the status quo through critically informed empirical and theoretical investigations, and present the latest thinking and innovative research on major management topics, while still being accessible and interesting to non-specialists.EMJ articles are characterized by their intellectual curiosity and diverse methodological approaches, which lead to contributions that impact profoundly on management theory and practice. We welcome interdisciplinary research that synthesizes distinct research traditions to shed new light on contemporary challenges in the broad domain of European business and management. Cross-cultural investigations addressing the challenges for European management scholarship and practice in dealing with global issues and contexts are strongly encouraged.EMJ publishes 6 issues per year and is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal, involving at least two reviewers.Special issues, or groups of 3 to 4 papers (under the heading of 'Management Focus'), are published by Guest Editors.Follow the European Management Journal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...
    • Organizational Dynamics

      • ISSN: 0090-2616
      Organizational Dynamics' domain is primarily organizational behavior and secondarily, HRM and strategic management. The mission is to provide new and practical insights that link leading-edge thought and research with management practice that is written in a style that is engaging for managers and students in executive education and MBA programs. The purpose of articles in Organizational Dynamics is to present applications of current and well-researched knowledge that helps practicing managers to be more effective in their managerial roles. While we do not publish research reporting tests of hypotheses or inferential statistics, we do publish articles that apply research findings in language and style that engages practitioners.Benefi... to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support CenterWrite for our target audience Profession... managers, executive education leaders, classroom teachers, and MBA students. Remember the Mission, Purpose and Audience As noted in mission and purpose above, Organizational Dynamics' domain is primarily organizational behavior and secondarily, HRM and strategic management. The objective is to link leading-edge thought and research with management practice. Thus, Organizational Dynamics is seeking articles that embody practical content that shows how research can help managers deal effectively with the dynamics of organizational life. Follow our style Organizationa... Dynamics seeks articles written in a lively and clear style. While authors may need to use the terminology of the discipline, they must make those terms and academic wording clear to managers. Thus, authors must provide contextual clarification for terms used. Authors must also ensure they have followed the Important Guidance provided for statistics as well as citations and documentation within the Additional Information section of Writing and Formatting.
    • Management Accounting Research

      • ISSN: 1044-5005
      Management Accounting Research aims to serve as a vehicle for publishing original scholarly work in the field of management accounting. The Journal welcomes original research papers using archival, case, experimental, field, survey or any other relevant empirical method, as well as analytical modelling, framework or thought pieces, substantive review articles, and shorter papers such as comments or research notes subject to peer review. The Journal provides an international forum for the dissemination of original scholarly contributions drawing on any relevant source discipline suitable to examine and elicit novel implications for management accounting practices or systems in use in any type of organization globally.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support Center
    • Utilities Policy

      • ISSN: 0957-1787
      Network Systems, Critical Infrastructure, Essential ServicesUtilities Policy is a leading peer-reviewed resource for academic researchers and practitioners in the utilities policy community. The journal bridges theory and practice by disseminating original applied research that is rigorous, contemporary, and policy-relevant. The journal publishes full-length articles, insightful perspective pieces, and thematic special issues. The journal's primary objective is to advance knowledge by publishing policy-relevant papers in the public utility field, supported by a thorough and timely peer-review and publication process.Utilities Policy is international, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral. Articles address trends and issues within and across the utility subsectors: ElectricityNatural and renewable gasWater and wastewaterSolid wastePostal serviceCommunication... and broadbandPublic transportation, toll roads, and portsAuthors and reviewers come from various disciplines, including economics, political science, sociology, law, finance, accounting, management, and engineering. Utilities Policy invites submissions that apply various quantitative and qualitative methods, consider institutional and development contexts, and conduct at the national and subnational, urban, and rural scales. Cross-sector comparative analyses of shared concerns are especially welcome. Contributions are welcome from established and emerging scholars and accomplished practitioners. Submissions to the journal should comprise policy analysis that identifies policy implications of the research and aims to inform and improve policymaking. Relevant topics include utility policy-focused works related to:Coexistence of regulatory and market institutionsIndustry structures, ownership, and governancePublic policy institutions, processes, and history Economic and environmental regulation Regulatory commissions and performanceAlternati... regulatory and governance models Restructuring, deregulation, and reregulation Monopolies, market power, and competitionMarket design and dynamics and strategic behaviorInfrastructu... financing, risk, and the cost of capitalNetwork and system modeling, operations, and integrationIntegrate... resource and resilience planning Economic efficiency and cost-benefit analysis Centralized and decentralized technologies Ratemaking and rate design processes and policiesPricing incentives and behavioral economics Supply and demand-side change driversService quality standards and accountabilityPerfor... measurement and benchmarkingClean energy and clean water transitions Sustainable systems and developmentClimate change impacts, action, and adaptation Carbon markets, pricing, and taxationEnergy and water poverty, disparity, and affordable accessConsumer participation, protection, and policies The subject and analytical approach of submissions should consider the interests of the utility policy community and implications for policymaking. Please note that Utilities Policy does not focus on energy or water resource utilization and management, technical and operational models and practices, nonutility services and other sectors of the economy, or macroeconomic and socioeconomic trends. Audience: Academic researchers, government officials, industry professionals, sector analysts, and advisors and consultants in the global utilities policy community.This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular, SDG6 (Clean water and sanitation), SDG7 (Affordable and clean energy), and SDG9 (Industry innovation and infrastructure).
    • International Journal of Forecasting

      • ISSN: 0169-2070
      Official Publication of the International Institute of ForecastersThe International Journal of Forecasting is the leading journal in its field. It is the official publication of the International Institute of Forecasters (IIF) and shares its aims and scope. More information about the IIF may be found at https://www.forecast... International Journal of Forecasting publishes high quality refereed papers covering all aspects of forecasting. Its objective (and that of the IIF) is to unify the field, and to bridge the gap between theory and practice, making forecasting useful and relevant for decision and policy makers. The journal places strong emphasis on empirical studies, evaluation activities, implementation research and ways of improving the practice of forecasting. It is open to many points of view and encourages debate to find solutions for problems facing the field.Topics covered in the International Journal of Forecasting:• Economic and econometric forecasting • Marketing forecasting • New products forecasting • Financial forecasting • Production forecasting • Technological forecasting • Forecasting applications in business, government, and the military • Demographic forecasting • Energy forecasting • Climate forecasting • Crime forecasting • Seasonal adjustments and forecasting • Time series forecasting • Legal and political aspects of forecasting • Implementation of forecasting • Judgmental/psycholog... aspects of forecasting • Impact of forecast uncertainty on decision making • Organizational aspects of forecasting • Sport forecasting • Machine Learning forecasting • Forecasting methodology • Election forecasting • Big data forecasting Features of the IJF include research papers, research notes, discussion articles, book reviews, editorials and letters.Data and computer programs associated with articles published in the International Journal of Forecasting are provided as online supplements on ScienceDirect.Object... To ensure fairness and objectivity, double-blind reviewing will be used.Replication studies The IJF encourages replication studies, especially of highly cited papers. See Encouraging replication and reproducible research (an editorial published in 2010) for further information. A replication study that confirms that a published paper can be successfully replicated would normally be quite short (about a page is often sufficient to describe what calculations and comparisons have been done). Where a previously published paper has not been successfully replicated, more details are required to explain how the results differ from those previously published.
    • Technological Forecasting and Social Change

      • ISSN: 0040-1625
      A major forum for those wishing to deal directly with the methodology and practice of technological forecasting and future studies as planning tools as they interrelate social, environmental and technological factors.Please see our SI Guideline for information on submitting a Special Issue proposal.MISSIONTFSC invites submissions that focus on technology and its impact on society. Technology provides opportunities for growth and innovation by offering the means for introducing novel or improved products, services, and processes that have the potential to provide additional value to societal actors. TFSC is committed to publishing research with a clear technological focus that significantly contributes to both theory and practice. Technological innovation can optimize existing business activities, extend into new business areas, push the frontiers of markets, and contribute to mitigating and adapting to socioeconomic and environmental challenges. Tapping into the innovation potential of technology and evaluating its impact requires moving across four fields of research: first, forecasting the emergence, development, and impact of technologies; second, taking managerial decisions at the organizational and industrial level to materialize the innovation potential of technologies; third, examining and evaluating the multifaceted effects that the implementation of technological innovations have on society, organizations, and the environment, and fourth, developing appropriate governance processes and frameworks. .THE FOCUS OF TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE: WHAT WE AIM TO PUBLISH AND WHAT WE DO NOT PUBLISHTFSC invites submissions that focus on technology and its impact on society. Technology provides opportunities for growth and innovation by offering the means for introducing novel or improved products, services, and processes that have the potential to provide additional value to societal actors. This technological innovation can be directed at optimizing existing business activities, extending into new business areas, pushing the frontiers of markets, and contributing to mitigating and adopting socioeconomic and environmental challenges.Tapping into the innovation potential of technology and evaluating its impact requires moving across three majorfields of research.First, the future characteristics of technologies need to be forecasted. This implies observing and analyzing the emergence and development of novel technologies and assessing their potential functioning and impact on society. Technological forecasting is also indispensable to make informed decisions about investing resources, developing new products, planning for policy implications, and strategically positioning technological innovations in a competitive market. Moreover, it is a vital tool that helps organizations adapt to technological change and plan for the future with greater certainty. Manuscripts focused on forecasting the emergence, development, and impact of technologies should be submitted to the Technological Forecasting and Modelling bureau of TFSC. Second, materializing the innovation potential of technologies and ensuring that it becomes instrumental in advancing businesses, economies and societal goals requires managerial decisions. Such managerial decisions for example concern choices between technologies, allocation of resources to technological innovation initiatives, organizational change to enable technological transformation. Here the focus is on research on the management of technologies rather than technologies that support managerial decisions. Research that informs decisions in technology management at the organizational and industrial level should be submitted to the Management of Technology bureau of TFSC. Third, research efforts are needed to examine and evaluate the multifaceted effects of technological advancements on society, organizations, and the environment. This area of study builds on contributions that seek to understand the direct and indirect consequences of technology implementation, ranging from its economic implications to social changes, without forgetting about environmental effects. The ultimate goal is to provide assessments that can inform policymakers, businesses, and the public about the benefits and risks associated with the deployment of technological innovations. This field of research also emphasizes the importance of tracking the impact of technologies over time and across different settings. Moreover, this focus can involve not just assessing the outcomes of technology implementation, but also the processes by which technologies are integrated and adopted. Research in this domain should be submitted to the Impact and Evaluation of Technology bureau of TFSC.Fourth, developing appropriate institutional structures, regulatory frameworks and decision-making processes is essential for ensuring that innovative technologies equitably address societal challenges while managing associated risks. This implies understanding how different approaches can effectively facilitate and guide the diffusion and deployment of technologies, encompassing studies of regulatory innovation, policy experimentation, and governance models that can adapt to rapidly evolving technologies. It asks how different stakeholders - including government bodies, technical experts, industry players, civil society organizations, and the public - can be effectively engaged in technology governance processes. Manuscripts focused on understanding how governance of emerging technologies can foster sociotechnical progress while protecting public interests should be submitted to the Technology Governance and Public Policy bureau of TFSC.During the submission process, authors are responsible for carefully selecting the bureau in which their study should be assessed for potential publication in TFSC. We also encourage submissions taking a more holistic approach to the study of technology and its impact on society, by covering thematic areas that are relevant for more than one bureau. It is also important to highlight that manuscripts looking into individual, organizational, or societal factors that impact technological development are out of scope. Moreover, TFSC does not publish research that focuses on social change only, unless authors examine this change through the lens of specific technological developments. All manuscripts published in TFSC are expected to make substantial theoretical and practical contributions. Practical contributions can be translated into recommendations for management practice but also as policy implications. These contributions need to be explicitly spelled out and well-rooted in the findings of your study. To substantially advance our understanding of technology and its impact on society, submissions have to be rooted inan effective, consistent, and current theoretical basis. An effective theoretical underpinning enables researchers to frame the subject matter under investigation. For a theory base to be consistent, all ideas developed in the manuscript need to build on a theoretical framework with matching ontological and epistemological basic assumptions. The theoretical underpinning is current if authors effectively leverage state-of-the-art knowledge provided in scientific publications. TFSC will not publish manuscripts that lack a strong theoretical contribution, methodological development, and practical implications. TFSC also desk reject papers that violate submission or ethical guidelines as outlined in the guide for authors on the journal webpage.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support Center