A key metric used to determine a scientist’s position in the ranking is the D-index (Discipline H-index). Unlike a general H-index, the D-index isolates and evaluates only those publications and citation metrics pertinent to the specific discipline under examination — in this case, Business and Management. This discipline-focused approach enables a more precise and relevant assessment of scholarly impact within the defined research area.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking analysis encompassed a total of 279,971 scientist profiles identified through a thorough examination of diverse bibliometric data sources spanning all academic disciplines. Within this vast dataset, 63 scientists specializing in Business and Management were identified and evaluated with heightened scrutiny. To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, candidates were required to meet stringent criteria: a D-index of at least 30 and a majority of their tier publications must be situated firmly within the domain of Business and Management.
In addition to bibliometric performance, scientists’ awards and recognitions in the field of Business and Management were factored into the evaluation process, adding a qualitative dimension to the ranking.
The D-index threshold for top researchers is calibrated based on the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline. It is incremented in steps of 10 to maintain proportionality while ensuring that approximately the top 1% of leading scholars are included across fields. Furthermore, eligibility is contingent upon the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index being 30% or less, thereby verifying consistency between their discipline-specific and overall research impact.
Additional Verification Practices
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the Research.com team undertook exhaustive manual verification of all scientist profiles. This process included cross-correlating individual publication records against an extensive range of trustworthy publication sources to validate data accuracy and establish author identity with high confidence.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and respected conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher's ranking position, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of scientific contribution and influence within Business and Management research landscapes.
The final positioning within the ranking is based chiefly on each researcher's verified D-index, calculated from comprehensive information gathered through OpenAlex and CrossRef — the two most prominent and well-established bibliometric databases currently available to the global research community.
Readers interested in a more detailed discussion of the methodology are encouraged to visit our methodology page, which provides comprehensive insights into the analytical and verification procedures employed.
Research.com’s Mission and Agenda
At Research.com, our mission is to motivate researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers around the world to explore where leading experts are focusing their efforts. By providing a transparent and meticulously constructed ranking, we aim to offer the entire scientific community a reliable resource to identify who the preeminent scholars are in specific areas of study, across various countries and within diverse research organizations.
Through this initiative, we seek to foster knowledge exchange, facilitate collaborations, and assist decision-makers in recognizing and supporting scientific excellence. The rigorous and thoughtful approach invested in the creation of this ranking underscores our commitment to credibility, accuracy, and meaningful impact in advancing scientific discovery and innovation.
