Aim and Scope

Review of Management Studies (RMS)
A Journal of SPIDER Publishing

Aim

The Review of Management Studies (RMS) aims to advance high-quality, impactful scholarship that deepens understanding of management theories, organisational practices, and strategic decision-making in an increasingly complex and dynamic global environment. The journal is committed to publishing rigorous theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented research that contributes to academic advancement while offering practical insights for managers, organisations, and policymakers. RMS seeks to foster innovative, interdisciplinary, and context-sensitive research that supports sustainable organisational performance and responsible management practices across diverse economic and institutional settings.

Scope

RMS welcomes original research articles, systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, conceptual papers, and case-based studies that address contemporary and emerging issues in management and related disciplines. The journal adopts a broad, inclusive, and interdisciplinary perspective, covering both established and evolving areas of management research.

Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

1. Organisational Behaviour and Leadership

Research on leadership styles, motivation, organisational culture, employee behaviour, decision-making processes, and change management.

2. Strategic Management and Innovation

Studies focusing on competitive strategy, strategic agility, business model innovation, corporate strategy, and knowledge management.

3. Human Resource Management (HRM)

Topics related to talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and sustainable HR practices.

4. Marketing and Customer Management

Research addressing consumer behaviour, branding, digital marketing, customer experience, and relationship management.

5. Corporate Governance and Business Ethics

Studies on governance structures, board dynamics, ethical decision-making, accountability, and ESG-related practices.

6. Financial and Performance Management

Research on financial decision-making, firm performance, investment strategies, and value creation.

7. Operations and Supply Chain Management

Topics related to operations strategy, logistics, procurement, supply chain integration, resilience, and digital transformation.

8. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystems

Studies on start-ups, SMEs, entrepreneurial orientation, venture creation, and innovation-driven growth.

9. Digital Transformation and Technology Management

Research examining the impact of artificial intelligence, big data, digital platforms, and emerging technologies on organisational performance and strategy.

10. Sustainability and Responsible Management

Studies on corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainable business models, green innovation, and environmental management.

11. Public Sector and Development Management

Research focusing on governance, public administration, institutional performance, and policy implementation in development contexts.

Interdisciplinary and Global Perspective

RMS strongly encourages interdisciplinary research integrating insights from economics, finance, sociology, psychology, public policy, and data science. The journal particularly welcomes contributions from emerging economies and comparative international studies that enrich understanding of management practices across diverse cultural and institutional environments.

Practical and Policy Relevance

In addition to theoretical contributions, RMS prioritises research with clear managerial and policy implications. The journal aims to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world application by promoting evidence-based insights for practitioners and decision-makers.

Quality and Ethical Standards

All submissions to RMS undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure originality, methodological rigour, and scholarly contribution. The journal adheres to the highest standards of academic integrity, transparency, and ethical publishing practices.