Decision Sciences papers

Pofolia organises Decision Sciences into 2 subfields: 130 papers in total (2004–2026), each with a short summary. The subfields come first, then the most-cited work across the whole field.

Subfields

• Information Systems and Management 24 papers
• Management Science and Operations Research 106 papers

At a glance

• Most cited: Reflecting on reflexive thematic analysis (2019, 17,713 citations).
• The 12 papers listed have 110,402 citations between them.
• 4 of the 4 with a known journal quartile appeared in a Q1 journal.
• 3 have a free full text (open access).
• Most frequent journals: American Journal of Qualitative Research, American Mathematical Society eBooks, Cambridge University Press eBooks.
• Published between 2012 and 2022.

Most cited across the field

Ranked by citation count. Because citations accumulate over time, this list naturally leans towards work published a few years ago; for where the field is now, see “recently added”. How to read the signals

• Reflecting on reflexive thematic analysis

  Qualitative Research in Sport Exercise and Health · 2019 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 596.65 · 17,713 citations

  The authors revise their influential 2006 thematic analysis method, now preferring the term 'reflexive TA', to address conceptual mismatches and confusions observed in published studies.

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• Theory of games and economic behavior

  American Mathematical Society eBooks · 2019 · FWCI 949.89 · 16,943 citations

  This foundational work introduced game theory, a mathematical framework for analyzing economic and social organization based on strategy games.

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• Business Research Methods

  Oxford University Press eBooks · 2022 · FWCI 87.68 · 10,948 citations

  This book introduces new chapters on quantitative methods, visual research, and cutting-edge material on inclusivity, bias, feminist, decolonial, and indigenous research perspectives.

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• The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers

  American Journal of Qualitative Research · 2022 · FWCI 1009.85 · 10,926 citations · Open access

  The fourth edition of The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers is significantly expanded and reorganized, introducing two new coding methods and enhanced digital resources.

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• Case study research and applications design and methods

  2018 · FWCI 692.08 · 9,696 citations

  This book provides a comprehensive guide to conducting case study research, covering its design, data collection, analysis, and reporting.

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• Applied Thematic Analysis

  2012 · FWCI 92.47 · 7,791 citations

  This book introduces 'applied thematic analysis,' a method for analyzing qualitative text data from interviews and focus groups, specifically tailored for research with an applied focus.

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• Using PLS path modeling in new technology research: updated guidelines

  Industrial Management & Data Systems · 2016 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 287.37 · 6,746 citations · Open access

  Partial Least Squares (PLS) path modeling is now a viable method for confirmatory analysis in new technology research, thanks to novel developments like consistent PLS and confirmatory composite analysis.

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• A Beginner's Guide to Structural Equation Modeling

  2015 · FWCI 192.91 · 6,594 citations

  This book offers a comprehensive, accessible introduction to Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), minimizing complex math to focus on conceptual understanding and practical application.

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• Regression Analysis of Count Data

  Cambridge University Press eBooks · 2013 · FWCI 146.19 · 6,472 citations

  This book, now in its second edition, offers a comprehensive and updated guide to regression methods for analyzing event frequency data, integrating theory with practical applications.

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• Taking the Human Out of the Loop: A Review of Bayesian Optimization

  Proceedings of the IEEE · 2015 · Q1 · SJR 5.00 · FWCI 143.09 · 5,943 citations

  Bayesian optimization offers a powerful, increasingly popular approach to automatically tune the numerous configuration parameters in complex Big Data applications, promising significant improvements in both product quality and human productivity.

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• The Motivation to Work

  2017 · FWCI 98.93 · 5,433 citations

  This work challenges the idea that job satisfaction stems from avoiding dissatisfaction, arguing instead that fulfillment arises from achievement and growth within the job itself.

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• Understanding Reliability and Validity in Qualitative Research

  The Qualitative Report · 2015 · Q1 · FWCI 555.39 · 5,197 citations · Open access

  This paper argues that traditional quantitative definitions of reliability and validity, rooted in positivism, need to be redefined for qualitative research's naturalistic approach.

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Journals in this field

The journals that publish most of this field’s papers. Quartile (Q1–Q4), SJR and h-index are from SCImago Journal Rank; “in this field” is how many of the journal’s pooled papers belong here. What is a Q1 journal? · What is the h-index?

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