Subject Area

ISCSITR - International Journal of Business Management (ISCSITR-IJBM) and its areas of focus, below is an outline of the subject areas covered by the journal. These subject areas reflect the journal’s interdisciplinary nature and commitment to addressing the evolving challenges within business management and related fields.

Subject Areas for ISCSITR-IJBM

1. Strategic Management

  • Description: This area includes studies on organizational strategy formulation, competitive analysis, and decision-making processes. Research may focus on strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance evaluation, as well as adaptive strategies for sustainability.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Corporate strategy and governance
    • Strategic alliances and partnerships
    • Mergers and acquisitions
    • Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability

2. Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

  • Description: Research in this area examines the social and behavioral dynamics within organizations. Topics in human resources explore recruitment, training, leadership development, and employee well-being.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Leadership styles and organizational culture
    • Motivation and employee engagement
    • Talent management and development
    • Conflict resolution and organizational psychology

3. Operations and Supply Chain Management

  • Description: This subject area focuses on optimizing production processes, logistics, and supply chain operations. Studies investigate process efficiency, quality control, and supply chain resilience.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Inventory and demand forecasting
    • Logistics and distribution networks
    • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
    • Global supply chain management and sustainability

4. Financial Management and Accounting

  • Description: Research in this area involves the financial aspects of managing organizations, covering corporate finance, investment decision-making, and risk management. Accounting studies focus on standards, reporting, and performance metrics.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Financial planning and analysis
    • Risk management and insurance
    • Corporate governance and ethics in accounting
    • Financial markets and investment strategies

5. Marketing and Consumer Behavior

  • Description: This area examines how organizations reach and engage their markets, as well as how consumer preferences and behaviors shape marketing strategies. The impact of digital transformation on marketing is also a key area.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Branding and brand loyalty
    • Digital marketing and e-commerce
    • Consumer psychology and behavior analysis
    • Marketing analytics and data-driven decision-making

6. Information Systems and Technology in Management

  • Description: Recognizing the role of technology in business, this area explores how information systems and technological advancements affect organizational processes, decision-making, and competitive advantage.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Information technology management and cybersecurity
    • Digital transformation and innovation
    • Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in management
    • Data analytics and business intelligence

7. Entrepreneurship and Innovation

  • Description: This subject area focuses on the development of new ventures, the role of innovation in competitive strategy, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Topics include the factors that drive entrepreneurial success and the impact of innovation on business growth.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Startup incubation and venture capital
    • Business model innovation
    • Social entrepreneurship and impact investing
    • Innovation management and R&D

8. International Business and Globalization

  • Description: As businesses operate in an increasingly globalized environment, this area addresses the challenges and opportunities of international expansion, cross-cultural management, and global strategy.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Global market entry strategies
    • Cross-cultural communication and negotiation
    • International trade policies and regulations
    • Emerging markets and global competition

9. Ethics, Governance, and Social Responsibility

  • Description: This area includes the ethical considerations of business practices, corporate governance structures, and the social responsibility of organizations. Topics range from compliance and legal issues to sustainability initiatives.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Corporate governance frameworks
    • Business ethics and regulatory compliance
    • Environmental and social impact assessments
    • Sustainable business practices and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting

10. Economics and Business Environment

  • Description: This area considers the economic context in which businesses operate, including macroeconomic and microeconomic factors that influence organizational performance and strategic planning.
  • Topics Covered:
    • Economic policy and its impact on business
    • Labor economics and workforce trends
    • Market structure and competition
    • Global economic trends and their impact on business

Research Types and Methodologies Accepted

ISCSITR-IJBM accepts a wide range of research types, including but not limited to:

  • Empirical studies
  • Theoretical and conceptual research
  • Case studies and industry analyses
  • Review articles and meta-analyses
  • Methodological papers focused on business research techniques

Conclusion

The International Journal of Business Management (ISCSITR-IJBM) serves as a comprehensive platform for research across all areas of business management, encouraging interdisciplinary studies that contribute to the global body of knowledge in business and management. Through its open-access approach, ISCSITR-IJBM fosters a wide dissemination of knowledge that is both academically rigorous and practically valuable for a broad audience of scholars, professionals, and policy-makers.