Journal of Business Ethics

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Business Ethics publishes only original articles from a wide variety of methodological and disciplinary perspectives concerning ethical issues related to business that bring something new or unique to the discourse in their field.

Since its initiation in 1980, the editors have encouraged the broadest possible scope.

The term `business' is understood in a wide sense to include all systems involved in the exchange of goods and services, while `ethics' is circumscribed as all human action aimed at securing a good life.

Systems of production, consumption, marketing, advertising, social and economic accounting, labour relations, public relations and organisational behaviour are analysed from a moral viewpoint.

The style and level of dialogue involve all who are interested in business ethics - the business community, universities, government agencies and consumer groups.

Speculative philosophy as well as reports of empirical research are welcomed.

In order to promote a dialogue between the various interested groups as much as possible, papers are presented in a style relatively free of specialist jargon.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	6.7
2024	5.90

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	693

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	11031

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	3.039

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	277

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities, Business, Management and Accounting, Economics, Econometrics and Finance and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Corporate Social Responsibility Theories: Mapping the Territory

  Citation: 2304

  Authors: Elisabet, Domènec

• The Circular Economy: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of the Concept and Application in a Global Context

  Citation: 2214

  Authors: Alan, Keith, Kathryn

• The Influence of Green Innovation Performance on Corporate Advantage in Taiwan

  Citation: 1743

  Authors: Yu-Shan, Shyh-Bao, Chao-Tung

• Corporate Social Responsibility as a Conflict Between Shareholders

  Citation: 1682

  Authors: Amir, Amir

• The Impact of Board Diversity and Gender Composition on Corporate Social Responsibility and Firm Reputation

  Citation: 1544

  Authors: Stephen, Noushi, Corinne

• Gender Diversity in the Boardroom and Firm Financial Performance

  Citation: 1463

  Authors: Kevin, Antonio

• Concepts and Definitions of CSR and Corporate Sustainability: Between Agency and Communion

  Citation: 1383

  Authors: Marcel

• Corporate Social Responsibility and Resource-Based Perspectives

  Citation: 1357

  Authors: Manuel Castelo, Lúcia Lima

• The Driver of Green Innovation and Green Image – Green Core Competence

  Citation: 1248

  Authors: Yu-Shan

• Measuring Corporate Social Responsibility: A Scale Development Study

  Citation: 1141

  Authors: Duygu

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