A scientist's position within the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric tailored to assess research impact specifically within a given discipline. Unlike the traditional H-index, the D-index incorporates only those publications and citations that are relevant to the examined field, in this case, Business and Management. This discipline-specific approach guarantees a precise and meaningful appraisal of a researcher’s contribution to their core area of expertise.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking comprehensively examined a total of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from an extensive array of bibliometric data sources spanning all academic disciplines. Within this pool, 1,000 scientists specializing in Business and Management were scrutinized in detail.
To qualify for inclusion, researchers were required to meet a minimum D-index threshold of 30, ensuring that only those with a substantial and impactful body of work in Business and Management are considered. Additionally, the majority of a qualifying scientist's publications had to be tier-ranked and predominantly situated within the Business and Management discipline. Beyond bibliometric performance, scientists’ awards and notable achievements in the field were also taken into consideration to further validate their standing.
The D-index qualification thresholds are dynamically calibrated, increasing in increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of active scholars within each discipline. This methodology ensures that the ranking reliably incorporates the top 1% of leading scholars in their respective fields. Furthermore, a proximity criterion was applied, requiring a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index to differ by no more than 30%, thereby reinforcing the focus on discipline-specific excellence.
Additional Verification Practices
Recognizing the inherent limitations of relying solely on raw bibliometric data, the Research.com team has implemented a rigorous manual verification process. All scientist profiles were meticulously reviewed and cross-correlated against a wide variety of trustworthy publication sources to confirm accuracy and authenticity.
While not directly influencing the positional outcome within the ranking, the volume of papers published in high-impact journals and prestigious conference proceedings serves as an important secondary indicator of a researcher’s scholarly contributions within their field. This nuanced assessment underscores the ranking’s commitment to a balanced and comprehensive evaluation.
The final positioning of each researcher in the ranking is based on their D-index, derived from the meticulously curated data obtained from OpenAlex and CrossRef—the two most prominent and widely respected bibliometric databases currently accessible to the scientific community.
For more detailed information about the methodology underpinning this ranking, please visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Agenda
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire and empower researchers, institutions, and policymakers worldwide by illuminating the trajectories of leading experts across diverse scientific domains. We strive to provide a transparent, credible, and accessible platform that enables the global scientific community to identify and engage with preeminent scholars—whether at the country level, within specific disciplines, or across research organizations.
By highlighting the top Business and Management scientists in Croatia through this carefully crafted ranking, we aim to foster collaboration, spotlight excellence, and drive informed decision-making among stakeholders invested in advancing research and innovation.
