About the Journal

The Exponent is the official research journal of the College of Business Administration Education of the University of Mindanao. It is dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality, peer-reviewed research that contributes to the advancement of business and management knowledge. The journal serves as a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with innovative research, theoretical developments, and practical applications that address contemporary challenges and trends in the business world.

Focus and Scope

The Exponent publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, policy analyses, and book reviews in various fields related to business administration, including but not limited to:

  • Business Management and Leadership
  • Marketing and Consumer Behavior
  • Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior
  • Financial Management and Accounting
  • Customs Administration, Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, and CSR
  • Economics and Development Studies
  • Technology and Information Systems in Business

The journal encourages research that bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering insights that inform effective business strategies, management practices, and policy-making.

Open Access Policy

The Exponent adheres to an open access policy, ensuring that all articles published are freely accessible to readers around the world without subscription fees. This policy aligns with our mission to promote the broad dissemination of knowledge, encourage academic collaboration, and enhance the impact of research on business and management practices.

Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with The Exponent retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal a license to publish it. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License, which allows others to share and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors and the source.

Publisher Disclosure

University of Mindanao, Institute of Economy and Enterprise Studies
Room H1C, Dolores P. Torres Building, University of Mindanao Matina Campus,
Ma-a, Davao City 8000, Philippines
(082) 305-0640 local 174 | Email: cbaeresearchoffice@umindanao.edu.ph 

History of the Journal

The Exponent was established in 2014 to promote academic excellence and innovation in the field of business administration and management. Since its inception, the journal has published a wide array of high-impact research, fostering a deeper understanding of business trends, challenges, and solutions.

Privacy Statement

The Exponent is committed to protecting the privacy of its authors, reviewers, and readers. Any personal information collected during the submission and review process is used solely for managing the journal and will not be shared with third parties without consent. We comply with relevant data protection and privacy regulations to ensure confidentiality and data security.

Frequency of Publication

The Exponent is published annually and is proud to be a key part of the University of Mindanao's scholarly community and is dedicated to advancing the field of business administration through impactful and relevant research.

Archival System

The Exponent is included in the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS (Controlled Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) archival systems. This ensures that the journal's content is securely preserved and accessible for future generations, providing a reliable mechanism for backup and retrieval.

Join Us

We invite scholars, practitioners, and researchers in the field of business and management to submit their work to The Exponent. By publishing with us, you will reach a diverse audience and contribute to shaping the future of business research and practice. For more information on submission guidelines, editorial policies, and the editorial board, please visit our journal website.