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Theory and Decision

Impact, Factor and Metrics, Impact Score, Ranking, h-index, SJR, Rating, Publisher, ISSN, and More

Last Updated on June 27, 2025

Impact Score

2024-2025

1.24

h-Index

2024-2025

 48

Rank

2024-2025

 12039

SJR

2024-2025

 0.478

Note: The impact score or impact index shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.

Important Metrics and Factor

Title Theory and Decision
Abbreviation Theory Decis.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) (Q1); Decision Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous) (Q2); Social Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Applied Psychology (Q3); Computer Science Applications (Q3); Developmental and Educational Psychology (Q3)
h-index 48
Overall Rank/Ranking 12039
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.478
Impact Score 1.24
Publisher Springer Netherlands
Country Netherlands
ISSN 15737187, 00405833
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1970-2025




Aim and Scope


The field of decision has been investigated from many sides. However, research programs relevant to decision making in psychology, management science, economics, the theory of games, statistics, operations research, artificial intelligence, cognitive science and analytical philosophy have remained separate. Theory and Decision is devoted to all aspects of decision making belonging to such programs, but addresses also possible cross-fertilizations between these disciplines which would represent effective advances in knowledge. The purpose of the journal is to let the engineering of choice gradually emerge both for individual and for collective decision making.


About Theory and Decision


Theory and Decision is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) (Q1); Decision Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous) (Q2); Social Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Applied Psychology (Q3); Computer Science Applications (Q3); Developmental and Educational Psychology (Q3). It is published by Springer Netherlands. The overall rank of Theory and Decision is 12039. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.478. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come. SJR acts as an alternative to the Journal Impact Factor (or an average number of citations received in last 2 years). This journal has an h-index of 48. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Theory and Decision journal is 15737187, 00405833. An International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic. Theory and Decision is cited by a total of 197 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2024).


Theory and Decision Impact IF 2024-2025


The Impact IF 2024 of Theory and Decision is 1.24, which is computed in 2025 as per its definition. Theory and Decision IF is increased by a factor of 0.06 and approximate percentage change is 5.08% when compared to preceding year 2023, which shows a rising trend. The impact IF, also denoted as Journal impact score (JIS), of an academic journal is a measure of the yearly average number of citations to recent articles published in that journal. It is based on Scopus data.

Table Setting

Theory and Decision Impact IF 2025 Prediction


Impact IF 2024 of Theory and Decision is 1.24. If the same upward trend persists, Impact IF may rise in 2025 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Theory and Decision. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 1.24
2023 1.18
2022 0.62
2021 0.93
2020 1.01
2019 0.89
2018 0.69
2017 0.62
2016 0.64
2015 0.81
2014 0.82

Theory and Decision h-index


  Table Setting

Theory and Decision has an h-index of 48. It means 48 articles of this journal have more than 48 number of citations. The h-index is a way of measuring the productivity and citation impact of the publications. The h-index is defined as the maximum value of h such that the given journal/author has published h papers that have each been cited at least h number of times.




Theory and Decision ISSN


The ISSN of Theory and Decision is 15737187, 00405833. ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number.

An ISSN is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic.

Table Setting

Theory and Decision Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Theory and Decision is 12039. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.478. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come.

SJR of Theory and Decision by Year


Year SJR
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 0.478
2023 0.499
2022 0.417
2021 0.488
2020 0.602
2019 0.779
2018 0.929
2017 0.583
2016 0.558
2015 0.785
2014 1.230

Ranking of Theory and Decision by Year


Year Ranking
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 12039
2023 10816
2022 12109
2021 10235
2020 8395
2019 6132
2018 4802
2017 8084
2016 8450
2015 6057
2014 3206

Theory and Decision Publisher


Table Setting

Theory and Decision is published by Springer Netherlands. It's publishing house is located in Netherlands. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1970-2025. The organization or individual who handles the printing and distribution of printed or digital publications is known as Publisher.


Call For Papers


Visit the official website of the journal/conference to check the further details about the call for papers.


Abbreviation


The IS0 4 standard abbreviation of Theory and Decision is Theory Decis.. This abbreviation ('Theory Decis.') is well recommended and approved for the purpose of indexing, abstraction, referencing and citing goals. It meets all the essential criteria of ISO 4 standard.

ISO 4 (International Organization for Standardization 4) is an international standard that defines a uniform and consistent system for abbreviating serial publication titles and journals.


How to publish in Theory and Decision


If your research field is/are related to Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) (Q1); Decision Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous) (Q2); Social Sciences (miscellaneous) (Q2); Applied Psychology (Q3); Computer Science Applications (Q3); Developmental and Educational Psychology (Q3), then please visit the official website of this journal.


Acceptance Rate


The acceptance rate/percentage of any academic journal/conference depends upon many parameters. Some of the critical parameters are listed below.

  • The demand or interest of researchers/scientists in publishing in a specific Journal/Conference.
  • Peer review complexity and timeline.
  • The mix of unsolicited and invited submissions.
  • The time it takes from manuscript submission to final publication.
  • And Many More.

It is essential to understand that the acceptance rate/rejection rate of papers varies among journals. Some Journals considers all the manuscripts submissions as a basis of acceptance rate computation. On the other hand, few consider the only manuscripts sent for peer review or few even not bother about the accurate maintenance of total submissions. Hence, it can provide a rough estimation only.

The best way to find out the acceptance rate is to reach out to the associated editor or to check the official website of the Journal/Conference.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What's the latest impact IF of the Theory and Decision?

Theory and Decision latest impact IF is 1.24. It's evaluated in the year 2024. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 1.24 (2024) and 0.62 (2022), respectively, in the last 11 years. Moreover, its average IS is 0.86 in the previous 11 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.478, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2025. In the past 11 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 1.230 in 2014 and the lowest being 0.417 in 2022. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Theory and Decision over the previous 11-year period stands at 0.86.


What's the latest h-index of the Theory and Decision?

The latest h-index of the Theory and Decision is 48.


Who's the publisher of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision is published by the Springer Netherlands, with its country of publication being the Netherlands.


What's the current ranking of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision is currently ranked 12039 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 11 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 3206 in 2014 and its lowest position of 12109 in 2022.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Theory and Decision?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Theory and Decision is Theory Decis..


Is the "Theory and Decision" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Theory and Decision is classified as a journal that the Springer Netherlands publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision encompasses the following areas:

  • Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
  • Decision Sciences (miscellaneous)
  • Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous)
  • Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
  • Applied Psychology
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Developmental and Educational Psychology

For a more comprehensive understanding of its scope, check the official website of this journal.


What's the ISSN of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 15737187, 00405833.


What's the best quartile of the Theory and Decision?

The best quartile for the Theory and Decision is Q1 (2024).


What's the coverage history of the Theory and Decision?

The Theory and Decision coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1970-2025.


Credits and Sources


  • Scimago Journal & Country Rank (SJR), https://www.scimagojr.com/
  • Journal Impact Factor, https://clarivate.com/



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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Theory and Decision

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 1.24
2023 1.18
2022 0.62
2021 0.93
2020 1.01
2019 0.89
2018 0.69
2017 0.62
2016 0.64
2015 0.81
2014 0.82



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