Aims & Scope

"Forum for Management"(FM) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing the field of management through the dissemination of high-quality research, insightful reviews, and thought-provoking discussions. The journal provides a platform for academics, practitioners, and policymakers to exchange ideas and contribute to the development of management theory and practice. Our aim is to foster a deeper understanding of the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that managers face in today's dynamic business environment.

Key Areas of Interest Include:

1. Strategic Management:

   • Research on corporate strategy, competitive advantage, and strategic planning.
   • Studies on innovation management, strategic decision-making, and business model innovation.

2. Organizational Behavior:

   • Examination of individual, group, and organizational dynamics.
   • Research on leadership, motivation, team dynamics, and organizational culture.

3. Human Resource Management:

   • Studies on talent acquisition, development, and retention.
   • Research on performance management, employee engagement, and labor relations.

4. Operations Management:

   • Research on production and operations processes, supply chain management, and logistics.
   • Studies on quality management, process improvement, and lean management.

5. Marketing Management:

   • Research on marketing strategy, consumer behavior, and brand management.
   • Studies on digital marketing, market research, and customer relationship management.

6. Financial Management:

   • Studies on corporate finance, investment strategies, and financial planning.
   • Research on risk management, financial markets, and financial performance analysis.

7. Innovation and Entrepreneurship:

   • Research on entrepreneurial ecosystems, startup management, and innovation processes.
   • Studies on venture capital, social entrepreneurship, and innovation policy.

8. Information Technology Management:

   • Research on IT strategy, digital transformation, and information systems management.
   • Studies on cybersecurity, data analytics, and IT governance.

9. Corporate Governance and Ethics:

   • Examination of corporate governance practices, ethical decision-making, and corporate social responsibility.
   • Research on sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and accountability.

10. International Business:

    • Studies on global business strategy, cross-cultural management, and international trade.
    • Research on multinational corporations, foreign direct investment, and global supply chains.

11. Public Sector Management:

    • Research on public administration, policy implementation, and public service management.
    • Studies on governance, public sector innovation, and performance measurement.

12. Healthcare Management:

    • Research on healthcare systems, hospital management, and health policy.
    • Studies on health service delivery, quality management, and healthcare innovation.

13. Educational Management:

    • Examination of educational leadership, policy, and administration.
    • Research on educational innovation, curriculum development, and teaching methods.

14. Sustainability and Environmental Management:

    • Studies on sustainable business practices, environmental policy, and resource management.
    • Research on corporate sustainability, green innovation, and environmental impact assessment.

By encompassing these diverse fields, the "Forum for Management" aims to provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary platform for cutting-edge research and practical insights. We welcome submissions that contribute to the advancement of management knowledge and practice, promoting innovation, and fostering collaboration among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.

Publication Frequency

The journal is published online continuously in annual general issues. Articles included in special issues are published at one time, and the issue is then closed to additional articles.

Peer Review Type

Double anonymized

Reviewer identity is not made visible to author, author identity is not made visible to reviewer, reviewer and author identity is visible to (decision-making) editor.

Open Access Type

Full Gold Open Access

The final version of an article is freely and permanently accessible for everyone, immediately after publication.
No subscription fees are charged for any part of a journal that is fully gold open access.

Archiving Policy

We focus on making content discoverable and accessible through indexing services. Content is also archived to ensure long-term availability. The journal is indexed by the following services:

Google Scholar, the journal is available for harvesting via OAI-PMH.

To ensure the permanency of the journal, we utilize the Portico archiving system to create permanent archives for the purposes of preservation and restoration.

If the journal is not indexed by your preferred service, please let us know by emailing:  office@esdpub.com

 

 

Detailed information on policies and guidelines regarding our open access policy, copyrights and licenses, etc. can be viewed in our resource list.