All bibliometric data underpinning the citation metrics were collected on January 12, 2026, ensuring the ranking reflects the most current and relevant research impact metrics. A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), which is a specialized variation of the H-index focused exclusively on papers and citation metrics within the specific discipline under evaluation, in this case, Business and Management. This discipline-specific focus ensures precise, contextually relevant assessment of research output and influence.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking methodology entailed a systematic examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across all academic disciplines from a diverse set of bibliometric data sources. Within this extensive pool, 4,000 scientists specialized explicitly in Business and Management were evaluated.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist was required to have a minimum D-index of 30. Additionally, a majority of their highly tiered publications needed to be situated within the field of Business and Management. Beyond bibliometric performance, recognition of a scientist’s awards and documented achievements in the field was incorporated into the evaluation to further validate their standing.
The threshold for the D-index is dynamically set as increments of 10, calibrated according to the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline, ensuring inclusion of the top 1% of leading experts. Furthermore, a proximity criterion was applied, whereby a scientist's general H-index and their D-index exhibit a difference of 30% or less, assuring consistency and relevance of disciplinary impact relative to overall scholarly output.
Additional Verification Practices and Methodological Transparency
Understanding that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully encapsulate the multifaceted contributions of researchers, the team behind the ranking undertook exhaustive manual verification of all scientist profiles. Cross-correlation against verified publications from a wide array of trusted sources supplemented the quantitative data, reinforcing the accuracy and reliability of the presented rankings.
While not a component directly affecting ranking positions, the volume of papers published in prestigious journals and conference proceedings serves as an important secondary indicator of a scientist’s contributions within their field. The primary metric driving ranking placement remains the D-index, sourced from the authoritative databases OpenAlex and CrossRef, recognized as leading and trusted repositories by the global research community.
For a comprehensive understanding of the methodology and data handling practices employed in this ranking, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Agenda
At Research.com, our overarching mission is to inspire and inform researchers, academic institutions, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide by providing clear visibility of where leading domain experts are focusing their research efforts. Our rankings offer a transparent pathway for the global scientific community to identify and engage with top experts across specific fields of study, geographic regions, and research organizations.
By systematically curating and presenting this information, we aim to foster collaboration, guide investment in scientific endeavors, and support informed decision-making, thereby advancing progress in science and innovation worldwide. This ranking reflects our commitment to meticulous, credible, and data-driven evaluation to recognize true excellence in Business and Management scholarship in Poland.
