Aims and Scope

Aims and Scope

Horizons Intermediary Journal of Business Research (HIJBR) is an interdisciplinary platform dedicated to the advancement of scholarly knowledge and practical insights in the broad field of business research. The journal seeks to publish original, high-quality contributions that explore theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and real-world applications relevant to today’s complex business environment. HIJBR aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by encouraging research that is both academically rigorous and practically relevant.

We welcome submissions in the following areas, including but not limited to:

1. Management and Strategy

  • Strategic decision-making in uncertain environments

  • Organizational design and change management

  • Corporate governance, ethics, and stakeholder management

  • Innovation management and knowledge transfer

  • Leadership theories and contemporary practices

  • Competitive advantage in dynamic global markets

2. Marketing and Consumer Behavior

  • Digital marketing and e-commerce strategies

  • Consumer decision-making and behavioral economics

  • Brand management and corporate communication

  • Cross-cultural marketing and global branding

  • Social media marketing and influencer analytics

3. Finance, Accounting, and Economics

  • Corporate finance and financial strategy

  • Investment analysis and portfolio management

  • FinTech, blockchain, and digital currencies

  • International financial markets and institutions

  • Management accounting and performance measurement

  • Behavioral finance and financial decision-making

4. Entrepreneurship and Innovation

  • Startup ecosystems and venture capital

  • Entrepreneurial education and leadership

  • Social and sustainable entrepreneurship

  • Innovation systems, incubators, and accelerators

  • Technology transfer and commercialization

5. Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior

  • Talent acquisition and retention strategies

  • Workplace diversity and inclusion

  • Employee engagement and organizational culture

  • Remote work, hybrid models, and the future of work

  • Motivation, leadership development, and team dynamics

6. International Business and Global Trade

  • Global supply chains and trade policy

  • International market entry strategies

  • Emerging markets and regional development

  • Cultural intelligence and cross-border collaboration

  • Globalization and its impact on SMEs and MNCs

7. Business Analytics, Technology, and Information Systems

  • Business intelligence and data-driven decision making

  • AI and machine learning in business processes

  • Cybersecurity and data privacy

  • Enterprise systems and digital transformation

  • Predictive modeling and operations analytics

8. Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

  • Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting

  • Circular economy and sustainable supply chains

  • Ethical sourcing, green marketing, and sustainability metrics

  • Corporate citizenship and social impact

9. Public Policy, Regulation, and Business Law

  • Policy impacts on entrepreneurship and innovation

  • Regulatory frameworks and corporate compliance

  • Tax policy, corporate law, and institutional governance

  • Public-private partnerships and economic development

10. Interdisciplinary and Emerging Topics

  • Business implications of climate change and geopolitics

  • Digital disruption and future of business education

  • Artificial intelligence and ethical implications in management

  • The role of business research in crisis response (e.g., pandemics, conflict, financial crises)