The bibliometric data used to calculate the citation-based metrics were gathered on January 12, 2026. A scientist’s position within this ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that considers only the scholar’s publications and citations within the specific discipline under examination—in this case, Business and Management. This methodology ensures that the ranking accurately reflects scientific impact relevant to the field.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
In constructing the ranking, a total of 279,971 scientist profiles compiled from a wide array of bibliometric data sources were examined across all disciplines globally. From this comprehensive dataset, 25 scientists specializing specifically in Business and Management in Norway were identified.
To qualify for the ranking, a researcher must have a D-index of at least 30 in Business and Management, with the majority of their tier publications concentrated in this discipline. Additionally, scientists’ awards and professional achievements within the Business and Management field were taken into consideration to provide a well-rounded evaluation beyond purely quantitative metrics.
The threshold for the D-index is adjusted in increments of 10 depending on the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline, ensuring that approximately the top 1% of leading experts are included. Furthermore, a proximity criterion of 30% or less between the researcher’s general H-index and their D-index was applied, confirming a strong alignment between their overall scholarly influence and domain-specific impact.
Additional Verification Practices
We are fully cognizant that raw bibliometric data alone cannot comprehensively represent a scholar’s research contributions, nor serve as an absolute evaluation tool. Therefore, all scientist profiles included in the ranking were manually verified and cross-correlated against publications from a broad spectrum of reputable academic sources and databases to ensure accuracy and legitimacy.
While the quantity of publications in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s ranking position, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of scientific impact and engagement within the discipline. The ranking position itself is computed strictly based on the D-index, leveraging information collected from OpenAlex and CrossRef.
For further details regarding the methodologies employed in creating this ranking, we encourage readers to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Purpose
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers worldwide to engage with and understand the trajectory of leading experts in their respective fields. By providing transparent, reliable rankings, we aim to facilitate broader recognition of scientific excellence and connect the global scientific community with the foremost specialists in Business and Management across countries and institutions.
Through meticulous data collection, verification, and analysis, this ranking serves as a credible resource that underscores outstanding research contributions, promotes academic collaboration, and fosters informed decision-making in science policy and institutional development.
