Aims and Scope

Policies, Administration and Markets (PAMJ) is a peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary academic journal committed to advancing knowledge at the intersection of public policy, governance, market systems, business administration, and sustainable development. The journal provides a dynamic platform for disseminating original, high-quality research that addresses complex challenges in today’s interconnected and evolving institutional, economic, and social environments.

A. AIMS

The journal’s core objectives are to:

  • Stimulate critical and innovative thinking on the design, implementation, and impact of public policies, business strategies, and regulatory mechanisms.
  • Promote interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral dialogue among scholars, practitioners, and decision-makers across various fields, including public administration, economics, law, business, and digital innovation.
  • Analyze how institutional dynamics, administrative reforms, and market transformations influence economic performance, organizational behavior, and citizen well-being in both developed and developing contexts.
  • Advance scholarly and empirical understanding of digital transformation, consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and sustainable economic development through both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
  • Bridge theoretical frameworks with real-world applications through rigorous academic inquiry, comparative analysis, and case-based research that offer relevant insights for decision-makers in the public and private sectors.

B. SCOPE

PAM Journal welcomes contributions spanning a wide range of disciplines and topics, strongly emphasizing interdisciplinarity, methodological diversity, and global relevance. The journal encourages submissions that explore the dynamic interplay between institutions, actors, and markets, with particular attention to current challenges such as technological disruption, climate change, digital governance, and inclusive economic growth.

1. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNANCE

  • Institutional design and reform, administrative transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
  • The role of bureaucracy and administrative elites in shaping policy outcomes.
  • Innovations in public service delivery, e-governance, and participatory decision-making.
  • Comparative public administration and cross-national governance models.
  • Performance measurement and results-based management in the public sector.

2. PUBLIC POLICY AND REGULATION

  • The life cycle of public policies: from agenda-setting to evaluation.
  • Impact assessment of regulatory frameworks and policy interventions.
  • Governance of complex issues such as health, education, urban development, and digital rights.
  • The political economy of regulation, lobbying, and institutional capture.
  • Strategic foresight and policy design in volatile and uncertain environments.

3. BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

  • Strategic management, business model innovation, and leadership in organizations.
  • Human resource management, talent development, and organizational change.
  • Corporate governance structures, stakeholder engagement, and ethical decision-making.
  • Management practices in public enterprises, NGOs, and hybrid organizations.
  • Knowledge management and innovation systems in the digital economy.

4. MARKETING AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

  • Strategic marketing in the era of data-driven decision-making.
  • Online consumer behavior, trust-building mechanisms, and electronic word-of-mouth.
  • E-commerce development, platform economics, and digital marketplaces.
  • Customer experience management through AI, CRM, and omnichannel strategies.
  • Brand positioning, storytelling, and the role of social media in shaping consumer identity.

5. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION

  • Theories and practices of sustainable development in business and public policy.
  • Green innovation, circular economy models, and environmental regulation.
  • Social innovation, impact investing, and inclusive economic policies.
  • The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their local implementation.
  • Resilience strategies in response to ecological, economic, and public health crises.

6. LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORKS

  • Business law, contract enforcement, and investor protection.
  • Institutional quality and the rule of law as drivers of market development.
  • Legal innovation in the context of digital trade, fintech, and intellectual property.
  • Public procurement law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.
  • Comparative legal analysis of governance systems and administrative courts.

7. QUANTITATIVE MODELING AND METHODOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS

This section focuses on the rigorous application of quantitative and computational methods to understand, simulate, and predict complex phenomena across economic, social, legal, and administrative domains. PAM Journal welcomes contributions that propose or apply innovative modeling frameworks and analytical techniques, particularly those that support evidence-based decision-making and theory-building.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • Econometric modeling for the evaluation of public policies, market behavior, and regulatory impacts.
  • Simulation and system dynamics models to understand institutional processes, administrative performance, and policy interventions.
  • Agent-based modeling for capturing individual behaviors and their collective effects within complex adaptive systems.
  • Data mining, machine learning, and artificial intelligence applied to large-scale public, legal, or commercial datasets.
  • Structural equation modeling (SEM) for examining latent constructs in governance, consumer psychology, or stakeholder relations.
  • Quantitative legal analysis and the use of predictive models in judicial behavior, litigation risks, and compliance.
  • Multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) for policy prioritization, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement.

C. TARGET AUDIENCE

PAMJ is designed to reach a diverse and international readership, including:

  • Academic Scholars and University Professors working in the fields of public administration, law, political science, economics, marketing, and management.
  • PhD and Graduate Students seeking a credible outlet for their research findings or literature reviews.
  • Policy-makers and Government Officials involved in strategic planning, regulation, or institutional reform.
  • Business Professionals and Marketing Practitioners interested in market dynamics, consumer insights, and digital strategies.
  • Legal Experts and Compliance Officers engaged in regulatory analysis and institutional governance.
  • Consultants and NGO Professionals working in development, sustainability, and innovation-focused initiatives.

By fostering a multidisciplinary and policy-oriented approach, Policies, Administration and Markets Journal aims to be a leading platform for the publication and diffusion of cutting-edge research that informs decision-making, encourages critical inquiry, and supports institutional transformation in a rapidly changing world.