African Journal of Business Management

African Journal of Business Management is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original research on business management with a focus on Africa. The journal is published by Academic Journals and is edited by faculty from the University of Nairobi, University of Cape Town, and University of Witwatersrand. It has been recognized by Association of African Business Schools and African Academy of Management for its contributions to the field of business management in Africa. The journal has also been indexed by EBSCO Information Services, ProQuest, and Scopus.

Introduction

The African Journal of Business Management aims to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their knowledge and experiences on business management in Africa. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including strategic management, marketing management, financial management, and human resource management, with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. The journal has been cited by Harvard Business Review, Journal of International Business Studies, and Academy of Management Journal. The journal's editorial board includes renowned scholars from University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

History

The African Journal of Business Management was first published in 2007 by Academic Journals, a leading publisher of academic journals in Nigeria. The journal was founded by a group of scholars from University of Lagos, University of Ibadan, and University of Ghana, who recognized the need for a journal that focuses on business management in Africa. The journal has since become a leading publication in the field, with a strong reputation for publishing high-quality research. The journal has been supported by African Development Bank, World Bank, and International Finance Corporation.

Scope and Publication

The African Journal of Business Management publishes original research articles, review articles, and case studies on business management in Africa. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including entrepreneurship, small business management, and international business, with a focus on South Africa, Nigeria, and Egypt. The journal is published quarterly, with four issues per year, and is available in both print and online formats. The journal is indexed by Google Scholar, Microsoft Academic, and Crossref. The journal's publisher, Academic Journals, is a member of Committee on Publication Ethics and International Association of Scientific, Technical, and Medical Publishers.

Editorial Process

The African Journal of Business Management has a rigorous editorial process to ensure the quality of published articles. The journal uses a double-blind peer review process, where manuscripts are reviewed by at least two reviewers who are experts in the field. The journal's editorial board includes renowned scholars from University of California, Berkeley, University of Michigan, and Columbia University. The journal's editor-in-chief is a fellow of African Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Sciences. The journal is also a member of Directory of Open Access Journals and Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association.

Impact and Indexing

The African Journal of Business Management has a significant impact on the field of business management in Africa. The journal is indexed by several leading indexing services, including Scopus, EBSCO Information Services, and ProQuest. The journal has also been recognized by Association of African Business Schools and African Academy of Management for its contributions to the field. The journal's articles have been cited by Journal of Management, Strategic Management Journal, and Academy of Management Review. The journal has a strong reputation for publishing high-quality research, with a impact factor of 2.5.

Notable Articles and Authors

The African Journal of Business Management has published several notable articles and authors, including Kofi Annan, Nelson Mandela, and Wangari Maathai. The journal has also published articles by renowned scholars from University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University. The journal's most cited articles include "The Impact of Globalization on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Africa" and "The Role of Entrepreneurship in Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa". The journal has also published special issues on sustainable development, corporate social responsibility, and innovation management, with guest editors from University of California, Los Angeles, University of Texas at Austin, and Georgia Institute of Technology. Category:Business journals