What to Look for When Choosing a Journal
Before submitting your research, evaluate journals on these key criteria:
- Scope alignment — ensure the journal covers your specific topic area
- Indexing status — Google Scholar visibility and academic database inclusion
- Peer review speed — look for journals with 2–4 week review timelines
- Open access model — maximise your research's global visibility
- Article Processing Charges (APC) — transparent and affordable fees
- Editorial credibility — active editorial board with clear processes
Recommended Journals — Cluster 6: Business, Management & Entrepreneurship
All journals below are published by Keith Publications — open access, peer-reviewed, and indexed for global discoverability.
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Business and Management Sciences Journal
(BMSJ)
Business administration, management theories, organizational studies, and applied business research.
Business Administration Management Sciences Organizational Behavior Strategic Management -
Columbia Journal of Business and Economic Research
(CJBER)
Business, economics, human resource management, marketing, finance, and interdisciplinary management research.
Business Economics Human Resource Management Financial Management Marketing Research -
Columbia Journal of Entrepreneurship and Management
(CJEM)
Entrepreneurship, innovation, startup ecosystems, SME research, and venture management.
Entrepreneurship Innovation Management Small Business Venture Development -
Journal of Human Resource and Organizational Behavior
(JHROB)
Human resource management, employee performance, organizational behavior, leadership, and workforce development.
Human Resource Management Organizational Behavior Leadership Studies Employee Performance
Fast Publication: All Keith Publications journals complete initial review within 2–5 business days and full peer review within 2–4 weeks. Articles are published online within 5–10 days of acceptance — making us one of the fastest open access publishers in the business and management field.
Why Publish in a Business and Management Journal?
Business and management research shapes how organisations operate, how leaders make decisions, and how economies develop. Publishing in a reputable journal ensures your research reaches practitioners, academics, and policymakers who can apply your findings. Open access journals specifically maximise citations and visibility by making your work freely available globally. Keith Publications' business and management journals are built for impact — with fast peer review, wide indexing, and a global author community.
Types of Research Accepted
Our Cluster 6 journals accept a wide range of research types including original empirical studies, systematic literature reviews, case studies, conceptual frameworks, comparative analyses, and meta-analyses. Whether your research is qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods, there is a suitable journal in the Keith Publications portfolio for your work.
Tips to Maximise Your Acceptance Chances
- Align your topic with the journal's scope — read the aims and scope carefully before submitting.
- Write a compelling abstract — it's the first thing editors and reviewers read. Make it clear, concise, and keyword-rich.
- Ensure strong methodology — clearly describe your research design, data collection, and analysis method.
- Use current and relevant citations — include recent publications (within the last 5 years) alongside seminal works.
- Follow formatting guidelines exactly — non-compliant manuscripts are often desk-rejected without review.
- Write a strong conclusion — summarise key findings, discuss implications, acknowledge limitations, and suggest future research.
- Proofread thoroughly — language errors reduce credibility. Use professional proofreading tools or services.
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