Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development

Aims & Scope

The objectives of this journal are as follows: -On an international basis, to provide a bridge between theory and practice of small business and enterprise development. -To disseminate the results and findings of high quality research and best practice. -To assist and inform those responsible for the management of SMEs. -To guide the formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of enterprise policy.

Theoretical research articles and evidence-based case studies seek to explore best practice, investigate strategies for growth, and to assist and inform those responsible for the management of SMEs.

Papers accepted for publication are double-blind refereed to ensure academic integrity.

Editorial criteria: Contributors are encouraged to identify issues and questions raised by their work and to develop the practical and research implications for those involved in the field of small business and enterprise development.

Coverage: -Research in SMEs, entrepreneurship and family-run businesses -Case studies on real-life small business experiences -Small Business growth and successful enterprises -Practical advice from small business advisors -Recruitment, training and development for SMEs -Performance measurement and business improvement -Government initiatives and enterprise policy -SME financing and venture capital.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	3.6

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6681

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	972

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.809

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	92

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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, 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.

• Social entrepreneurship

  Citation: 503

  Authors: Eleanor, Sara

• Clarifying the intrapreneurship concept

  Citation: 490

  Authors: Bostjan, Robert D.

• SME internationalization research: past, present, and future

  Citation: 426

  Authors: Mitja, Robert D., Bostjan

• The impact of entrepreneurship education on entrepreneurial outcomes

  Citation: 303

  Authors: Harry

• An examination of entrepreneurship education in the United States

  Citation: 303

  Authors: George

• The usage of digital marketing channels in SMEs

  Citation: 275

  Authors: Heini Maarit, Heikki

• Entrepreneurial selection and success: does education matter?

  Citation: 274

  Authors: Pat H., George T., K. Mark

• The impact of higher education on entrepreneurial intentions of university students in China

  Citation: 268

  Authors: Sizong, Lingfei

• Entrepreneurial learning: a narrative‐based conceptual model

  Citation: 239

  Authors: David

• Entrepreneurship, small business and economic growth

  Citation: 234

  Authors: Roy, Sander

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