Journal of Career Development

Aims & Scope

Journal of Career Development provides the professional, the public, and policymakers with the latest in career development theory, research and practice, focusing on the impact that theory and research have on practice.

Among the topics covered are career education, adult career development, career development of special needs populations, career development and the family, and career and leisure.

Research reports and discussion of theory are welcome, but practical applications must be presented.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.4

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.162

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	61

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	3761

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1046

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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 Business, Management and Accounting, Psychology 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.

• A Cross-Cultural Approach to Understanding Entrepreneurial Intention

  Citation: 434

  Authors: Juan A., Marjan, Mariola, Ute, Kiumars

• The Journey of the Counselor and Therapist: Research Findings and Perspectives on Professional Development

  Citation: 350

  Authors: Michael H., Thomas M.

• Competencies for the Contemporary Career

  Citation: 207

  Authors: Jos, Veerle, Marthe, Roland W. B.

• Understanding Career Decision Self-Efficacy

  Citation: 162

  Authors: Bo Young, Heerak, Eunjoo, Seul Ki, Yedana, Sang Min

• Struggles of the Novice Counselor and Therapist

  Citation: 148

  Authors: Thomas M., Michael H.

• The Contributions of Emotional Intelligence and Social Support for Adaptive Career Progress Among Italian Youth

  Citation: 141

  Authors: Annamaria, Maureen E.

• The Relationship of Career Decision-Making Self-Efficacy, Vocational Identity, and Career Exploration Behavior in African American High School Students

  Citation: 140

  Authors: George V., Kolone R. L., Karen M., Christine P.

• Career Development Strivings

  Citation: 136

  Authors: Bryan J., Adam M., Michael F.

• Career Competencies for the Modern Career

  Citation: 135

  Authors: M. A. C. T., J.

• Career Adaptability, Hope, Optimism, and Life Satisfaction in Italian and Swiss Adolescents

  Citation: 132

  Authors: Sara, Jenny, Shékina, Jérôme, Laura

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