A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined using their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that focuses exclusively on papers and citations within a specific discipline. This approach guarantees that only discipline-relevant scholarly contributions influence the ranking outcome, providing a precise evaluation of expertise in Business and Management.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
The ranking process involved the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles spanning all academic disciplines, with 2,483 researchers identified specifically within the Business and Management domain. To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, scientists must have a D-index of at least 30, and a majority of their tier publications must be in Business and Management. Additionally, awards and notable achievements in the field are factored into the evaluation process to enhance the robustness of the ranking.
The D-index threshold is dynamically adjusted in increments of 10, reflecting the total number of researchers estimated per discipline, while ensuring that the top 1% of leading scholars are comprehensively captured. Furthermore, eligibility requires a close alignment between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index, with a maximum allowable gap of 30% to confirm consistent impact within the discipline.
Verification Practices and Methodological Transparency
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully capture the nuances of research impact, all scientist profiles included in the ranking were manually verified. This process involved cross-correlating recorded publications against a wide range of trustworthy and peer-recognized sources to validate accuracy and relevance.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly affect ranking position, it serves as an important secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution to their field. The final ranking is established using the D-index calculated from data curated from OpenAlex and CrossRef, two of the most prominent and widely accepted bibliometric databases available to the scientific community.
For further details on the rigorous methodology employed in constructing this ranking, we encourage readers to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to understand where leading experts are directing their efforts. By providing transparent and meticulously developed rankings, we aim to foster greater awareness of who the foremost authorities in specific areas of study are—whether within countries, disciplines, or research institutions.
This ranking serves as a trusted resource to facilitate informed decision-making and collaboration across the global research ecosystem, thereby advancing knowledge and innovation in Business and Management and beyond.
