International Journal of Management and Sustainability (IJMS) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing knowledge on the role of management, business, governance, and innovation in achieving sustainable development. The journal publishes high-quality theoretical, empirical, and review research that explores how organizations, institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders contribute to economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental sustainability.
IJMS aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application by promoting interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses contemporary sustainability challenges at local, national, and global levels. The journal particularly encourages research aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), sustainable business practices, responsible leadership, and sustainable economic development.
The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, conceptual papers, case studies, and policy analyses that contribute to advancing sustainability knowledge and practice. Areas of interest are as follows:
🟦 Management, Business, and Organizational Sustainability
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Strategic management for sustainability
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Sustainable business models
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Corporate governance and sustainability
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Corporate social responsibility (CSR)
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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices
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Responsible leadership and ethical management
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Human resource management and sustainability
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Organizational resilience and change management
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Organizational studies and sustainable performance
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Sustainability reporting and integrated reporting
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Business ethics and stakeholder management
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Sustainable entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship
🟩 Economics, Finance, and Sustainable Development
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Sustainable economic development
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Development economics and public policy
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Sustainable finance and green investment
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Climate finance and financial inclusion
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Economic impacts of environmental and social policies
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Sustainable economic growth and resource allocation
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Globalization and sustainable development
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Inclusive growth and poverty reduction
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Public-private partnerships for sustainable development
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Sustainable development goals (SDGs) and economic transformation
🟨 Environment, Energy, and Resource Management
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Environmental management and conservation
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Climate change adaptation and mitigation
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Renewable and sustainable energy systems
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Energy policy and energy management
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Water resource management
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Sustainable use of natural resources
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Circular economy and resource efficiency
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Recycling, waste management, and resource recovery
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Sustainable consumption and production
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Life cycle assessment and sustainability measurement
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Environmental policy and governance
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Biodiversity conservation and ecosystem sustainability
🟪 Innovation, Technology, and Sustainable Operations Management
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Artificial intelligence and sustainability
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Digital transformation and the digital economy
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Innovation management for sustainable development
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Smart technologies and sustainable solutions
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Industry 4.0 and sustainable business practices
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Sustainable manufacturing systems
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Operations and production management
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Green supply chain and logistics management
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Resource optimization and operational efficiency
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Technology adoption for sustainability
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Data-driven decision-making and sustainability analytics
🟧 Society, Governance, and Sustainable Human Development
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Social sustainability and community development
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Human rights and social justice
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion
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Health, well-being, and sustainable societies
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Education for sustainable development
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Cultural diversity, globalization, and sustainability
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Environmental governance and institutional frameworks
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Public sector management and sustainable governance
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Sustainable urban and regional development
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Disaster risk reduction and resilience management
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Policy and governance for sustainable development
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Comparative, cross-national, and interdisciplinary sustainability studies
Types of Contributions
IJMS publishes:
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Original Research Articles
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Review Articles
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Conceptual and Theoretical Papers
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Case Studies
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Policy and Practice Papers
All submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere. Manuscripts are subject to a rigorous peer-review process and should demonstrate significant theoretical, methodological, practical, or policy contributions to the fields of management and sustainability.