Google Scholar Metrics
Metric | All | Since 2020 |
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Citations | 1208 | 801 |
h-index | 18 | 14 |
i10-index | 37 | 24 |
Studies and Scientific Researches. Economics Edition (SCECO) is a peer-reviewed, academic, open-access journal that serves as a platform for the dissemination of original research in the fields of economics, business, and public policy. The journal is committed to promoting interdisciplinary inquiry, academic rigor, and the practical relevance of research outcomes, particularly in the context of current global and regional challenges.
SCECO is hosted by the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacau, Romania, and reflects almost three decades of continuous academic activity in advancing knowledge, dialogue, and scholarly contribution within and beyond Central and Eastern Europe.
Our mission is to support and disseminate knowledge that enhances understanding of economic processes, business innovation, and policy-making in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We publish research that not only contributes to academic advancement but also holds practical significance for professionals, institutions, and society at large.
The journal welcomes submissions that fall within the following focus areas, each representing a key pillar of its editorial vision:
Cross-cutting themes include digital transformation, green transition and ESG, social economy, smart governance, and post-crisis adaptation, particularly in the context of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).
SCECO operates under a Diamond Open Access model. Authors are not charged fees for submission or publication. All content is published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. Authors retain full copyright of their work.
First published in 1990, SCECO has grown into an internationally visible journal. Since 2013, it has been published through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform. Full open access was adopted from start, enhancing transparency and accessibility.
All articles are preserved through:
The journal addresses researchers, doctoral students, policymakers, business professionals, and institutional actors engaged in economics, finance, governance, and development.
SCECO adheres to COPE guidelines. All parties involved in publication are expected to follow ethical standards. Plagiarism, data falsification, and duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited.
The journal is institutionally supported by the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacau. No commercial advertisements or sponsorships are accepted.
Email: sceco@ub.ro, bogdan.nichifor@ub.ro
Website: https://sceco.ub.ro
Metric | All | Since 2020 |
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Citations | 1208 | 801 |
h-index | 18 | 14 |
i10-index | 37 | 24 |
SCECO welcomes original research papers for its upcoming issues.
Current focus areas:
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