A case for ranking tourism journals

Robert Douglas McKercher

doi:10.1016/j.tourman.2004.04.003

A case for ranking tourism journals

Robert Douglas McKercher

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Abstract

This paper argues that the lack of a journal ranking system ultimately works against the best interests of tourism academia. Few tourism journals are included in any ranking system, which in turn, may foster a culture of research mediocrity. The implementation of a fair system will set unambiguous standards and targets for all stakeholders, benefitting the academic community and journal publishers alike.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	649-651
Number of pages	3
Journal	Tourism Management
Volume	26
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tourman.2004.04.003
Publication status	Published - 1 Oct 2005

Keywords

Hierarchy
Journal ranking

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Development
Transportation
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
Strategy and Management

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