Journal profile
Small Business International Review
ISSN 2531-0046 · Asociación Española de Contabilidad y Administración de Empresas (AECA), Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT) · Spain
Small Business International Review: diamond open access (no APC); no APC; median 136 days to acceptance (20 articles, last 24 months); acceptance rate 34% (journal website); 10 articles in 2025.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Small Business International Review is published by Asociación Española de Contabilidad y Administración de Empresas (AECA), Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences, Innovation and Knowledge Management and Firm Innovation and Growth, together about 41.8% of its articles. Its main subfields are Strategy and Management. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Small Business International Review (ISSN 2531-0046) is an international journal committed to the open-access publication of research articles that enhance knowledge and understanding of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The journal covers a wide range of topics related to SMEs, including but not limited to: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Growth and Development Strategies Human Resource Management and Leadership Finance and Capital Structure Marketing and Communication International Trade and Globalization Family Business Dynamics and Governance Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility Technology and Digital Transformation Knowledge Management Organizational Culture and Diversity Business Ethics and Corporate Governance Small Business International Review encourages a diversity of approaches and methodologies that contribute to SME research, as outlined below. Theoretical and Empirical Studies on Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises: Small Business International Review aims to be the leading publication outlet for high-quality theoretical, review, and empirical research on a broad range of topics influencing and shaping SMEs. The journal welcomes contributions from young researchers exploring new areas of SME research, as well as from more experienced researchers expanding on previous work or exploring new paradigms. Interdisciplinary Approach to SME Research: Small Business International Review publishes top-tier research on SME-related topics across various disciplines, including management, organizational behavior, sociology, anthropology, psychology, social psychology, and industrial relations. As an international platform, the journal transcends regional, geographical, and disciplinary boundaries to reach a wide audience. A Range of Perspectives and Styles: The journal publishes both quantitative and qualitative research, case studies, and mixed-methods studies. These contributions are designed not only to advance academic knowledge but also to influence public policy and business practice. Regardless of the methodological approach, all research published in Small Business International Review meets the highest standards of rigor and excellence. The journal's methodological orientations cover a spectrum from micro to macro analyses, conceptual frameworks, literature reviews, empirical studies, and experimental methods, all aimed at making a meaningful impact on public policy. Additionally, Small Business International Review accepts
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Editor-in-chief Ph.D. GregorioPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named Spain 20, United States 6, Belgium 6, Netherlands 2, Portugal 2 (43 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Entrepreneurship Studies and InfluencesBusiness, Management and Accounting18%
- Innovation and Knowledge ManagementBusiness, Management and Accounting13.8%
- Firm Innovation and GrowthEconomics, Econometrics and Finance10.1%
- International Business and FDIBusiness, Management and Accounting5.3%
- Management and Organizational PracticesBusiness, Management and Accounting4.2%
- Human Resource and Talent ManagementBusiness, Management and Accounting3.7%
- Global trade and economicsEconomics, Econometrics and Finance3.2%
- Environmental Sustainability in BusinessBusiness, Management and Accounting3.2%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
DOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
ESCIScopusPublisher website
Other: Google Scholar
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- h-index
- 15OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 28OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 2.67OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 101 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 10 | 136 |
| 2025 | 10 | 10 | 157 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 | 160 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 | 154 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 100 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 | 80 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Review time from article dates manuscript dates registered with Crossref · to
136 daysMedian, submission to acceptance · P25–P75 72 days – 176 days
- Acceptance to online
- median 44 days (20 articles)
- Submission to online
- median 188 days
- Sample
- 20 articles with submission and acceptance dates (23 in the window); the latest was accepted on
Only articles that were accepted and published are counted, not the time spent on rejected manuscripts, so this usually runs longer than a publisher's "time to first decision".
Other sources
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 20 weeksLetPub ·
- Acceptance rate (publisher)
- 34%Publisher website ·
- Desk decision
- 4 daysPublisher website ·
- Submission to acceptance
- 170 daysPublisher website ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 20 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Diamond open access (no APC)DOAJ
Every article is open access and authors pay no article processing charge.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | No APC | No | CC BY-NC-SA | |
| LetPub | No APC | No | — | |
| Publisher website | Yes, amount not published | — | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare4 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- 150–200 words
- Keywords
- ≤ 6
- Manuscript length
- ≤ 8,000 words
- Reference style
- APA
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Authorship, Data availability, Publication ethics, Open access, Peer review, Plagiarism, Self-archiving
- AI use Commitment to Responsible AI Use
SBIR is dedicated to fostering ethical and transparent AI usage in academic publishing. By adhering to this policy, all participants help safeguard the rigor, integrity, and credibility of scholarly research.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Authorship Firm characteristics and credit constraints among SMEs in the Philippines
John Paul Flaminiano, Jamil Paolo Francisco 2021-05-31 View PDF
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Data availability Data Sharing Policy
Small Business International Review (SBIR) is committed to fostering a more open and transparent research environment. We support faster and more effective knowledge discovery by promoting reproducibility and the verification of data, methods, and reporting standards. To that end, we encourage authors to share the research data associated with their publications. This may include, but is not limit…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics Ethical Considerations for All Contributors
AI systems can produce plausible yet incorrect or entirely fabricated information, a phenomenon known as "AI hallucination." All contributors—authors, reviewers, and editors—must critically evaluate any AI-generated output and ensure its accuracy. Furthermore, all AI use must respect ethical norms related to data privacy, informed consent, and bias mitigation.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open Access Policy
No fees (APCs) will be charged for any part of the editorial process under any circumstances.Open access refers to the immediate, unrestricted access—without registration, subscription, or payment requirements—to digital material of various types, including educational, academic, scientific, or other content, primarily scientific research articles from specialized, peer-reviewed journals. Small Bu…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review
Language: articles must be written in English. Model summary
All articles published in SBIR must be written in English.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Plagiarism Plagiarism policy
AECA and UPCT (publishing entities) adhere to a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism in all its possible forms. The editors will include a scan using Turnitin Software as part of the internal review process for articles submitted through the platform. If authors have access to any anti-plagiarism tools, it is advisable for them to use such tools before submitting their article to avoid any unp…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Self-archiving Self-archiving Policy
The journal Small Business International Review allows and encourages authors to electronically disseminate all their works in each of the following versions: Submitted version: The original version submitted to a journal for peer review (also known as a pre-print). Accepted version: The final version created by the author that incorporates the reviewers' comments and is accepted for publication (…
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Asociación Española de Contabilidad y Administración de Empresas (AECA), Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT)
- Country or region
- Spain
- Language
- English, Spanish
- ISSN
- 2531-0046
- Print ISSN
- 2255-078X
- Official links
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Small Business International Review
How long does peer review take at Small Business International Review?
Based on the dates recorded on 20 articles published between November 2024 and November 2026 (the last 24 months), the median time from submission to acceptance is 136 days (interquartile range 72–176 days); authors report an average review time of about 20 weeks; the journal's website gives an acceptance rate of 34%. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Small Business International Review?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: 150–200 words; Keywords: ≤ 6; Manuscript length: ≤ 8,000 words; Reference style: APA. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Small Business International Review based?
Of the 43 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Spain (20), United States (6) and Belgium (6). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Small Business International Review?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Small Business International Review is indexed in DOAJ. The journal's website also lists ESCI and Scopus; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is Small Business International Review open access, and what is the APC?
Small Business International Review is a diamond open-access journal (no APC). It charges no article processing charge.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex, DOAJ; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-25). Last updated: .