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International Journal of Bibliometrics in Business and Management

International Journal of Bibliometrics in Business and Management (IJBBM)

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International Journal of Bibliometrics in Business and Management (5 papers in press)

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  • Nobel Laureates and New Institutional Economics: a Bibliometric Analysis of Douglass North, Ronald Coase, Elinor Ostrom, and Oliver Williamson   Order a copy of this article
    by Márcio Mengue Knau, Mikael Jhordan Lacerda Cordeiro, Júlia Ziero Uhr, Daniel Uhr 
    Abstract: This article proposes a bibliometric analysis of the literature on new institutional economics (NIE). The analysis employed the Web of Science database and the software tools VOSViewer and Sci2 from 1956 to 2023. The results revealed that the USA has the highest involvement in NIE literature concerning citations and co-authorship. Moreover, US universities demonstrate significant representation in this field of knowledge, occupying 8 out of the top 10 positions among the most relevant institutions in NIE literature. Among the most cited authors, economist Elinor Ostrom stands out, and the most cited publication is The Problem of Social Cost by Ronald Coase. This study elucidates the preeminent academic institutions that serve as benchmarks within the field of NEI research. Additionally, it undertakes the task of mapping representing publications, catering to individuals aspiring to make substantive contributions to cognate topics within this realm in prospective scholarly investigations.
    Keywords: new institutional economics; NIE; North; Coase; Ostrom; Williamson; institutions; bibliometric; nobel laureates; institutionalism.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2024.10068769
     
  • Research Quality Framework for Universities and Research Institutions   Order a copy of this article
    by Kiran Tatoree, Dinesh Kumar Hurreeram 
    Abstract: The objective of this study was to develop a framework to perform research quality assessment of universities and research institutions operating in Mauritius. The methodology involved the use of both exploratory and descriptive research designs. The assessment of the national research status and review of literature on Research Quality Frameworks (RQF) led to the identification of four (4) main research quality dimensions and sixteen (16) new indicators relevant for Mauritius. The main contribution of the study is the development of a standard RQF with 42 indicators to assess research quality for Mauritian universities and research institutions. In addition to the RQF, a software for institutional research quality assessment and for associated policy decision making was developed. The use of the RQF was found to be a vital tool of national importance, for use by research institutions and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in making strategic choices while pursuing their research agenda.
    Keywords: Research Quality; Research Quality Framework; Research Assessment; Bibliometrics; Universities; Research Institutions.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2024.10069400
     
  • Investigating Customer Involvement, Customer Engagement Dimensions, and Customer Loyalty in the Smartphone Industry: a Social Exchange Theory Perspective   Order a copy of this article
    by Pinki Rani, Savita Ubba 
    Abstract: This study examines how customer involvement influences customer engagement and loyalty in the smartphone industry, focusing on the mediating role of engagement dimensions. Using Social Exchange Theory (SET) as a framework, the research analyzes data from 222 smartphone users in Rajasthan, India, employing SmartPLS 4.0 for analysis. The findings reveal that customer involvement significantly impacts loyalty both directly and through cognitive, emotional, and behavioral engagement, with emotional engagement emerging as the most influential mediator. The study offers valuable insights for managers and suggests areas for future research. The study's originality lies in highlighting emotional engagement as a crucial mediator in the involvement-loyalty relationship within the smartphone sector, grounded in Social Exchange Theory (SET).
    Keywords: Customer Involvement; Cognitive Customer Engagement; Emotional Customer Engagement; Behavioral Customer Engagement; Customer Loyalty; Smartphone.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10071542
     
  • The Evolution of Hybrid Work: from Early Telecommuting to Post - Pandemic Trends   Order a copy of this article
    by Mythrayee Prabakar, Raamkhumar M. H. H, Swamy T.N.V.R 
    Abstract: The evolution of work modalities has been significant over the past century and hybrid work has emerged as a pivotal model in recent years. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the development, current state, and future trajectories of hybrid work practices through a systematic bibliometric analysis. The findings reveal the dynamic nature of hybrid work, influenced by technological advancements, organisational shifts, and socioeconomic factors. This study highlights the most prolific institutions and countries that contribute to this field and maps the collaborative networks that have shaped hybrid research. Furthermore, this study discusses potential future directions and areas that require further investigation, offering valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers aiming to navigate and influence the future of their work.
    Keywords: hybrid work; science mapping; performance mapping; trend mapping; future pathways; stock analysis.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10071721
     
  • Exploring Accounting Research Repository for Innovation in Higher Education Curriculum and Contemporary Market Demand   Order a copy of this article
    by Kaneez Fatima Sadriwala  
    Abstract: With technological advancement, the accounting profession landscape is rapidly evolving. This has created an immediate need to align higher education accounting curricula with the contemporary market demand. Through a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis, this work identifies current trends and highlights critical gaps, particularly in the integration of technical and soft skills, advanced technology, and data analytics. A detailed analysis of 210 documents authored by 201 researchers from 40 countries published in the SCOPUS database for the last 25 years (1997-2024) has been reviewed and analyzed with VOSviewer software. The analysis identified 884 unique keywords, citation count of 11, 212 reflecting the scholarly impact of this research domain offering insight on emerging themes of AI, sustainability, IFRS along with unexplored areas like Blockchain, data analytics, Fintech, cryptocurrency. It provides insights for researchers, educators and policymakers by bridging the gap between education and accounting profession.
    Keywords: Accounting; Education; Accounting curriculum; Job; bibliometric analysis.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10071933
     

 

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