What to Look for When Choosing a Journal
Before submitting your research, evaluate journals on these key criteria:
- Specific scope covering HRM topics (talent management, employee engagement, workforce development)
- Acceptance of applied and theoretical HR research
- Fast review for time-sensitive practitioner research
- Open access for broad dissemination to HR practitioners
- CrossRef DOI assignment for academic citability
- Ethical publishing standards (COPE membership)
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 HRM Research is Critical in 2026
The workplace is undergoing unprecedented transformation — driven by remote work, AI adoption, generational shifts, and evolving employee expectations. HRM research in 2026 is more important than ever in helping organisations navigate these challenges. Publishing in a reputable HRM journal puts your research at the heart of these critical conversations, informing HR policies and practices globally.
HRM Research Topics Covered
Our HRM journals cover topics including: talent acquisition and retention, employee motivation and engagement, performance management systems, workplace diversity and inclusion, HR analytics, compensation and benefits, training and development, organisational culture, leadership and management style, remote workforce management, employee wellbeing, and HR technology.
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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