About the Journal

The Journal of State Management (JSM) (ISSN: 2815-6021) is an international peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by the Academy of Public Administration and Governance (APAG), Vietnam. The Journal serves as a global platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that advances theoretical understanding and practical innovation in public administration, state management, governance, and public policy.

JSM publishes original research articles, review papers, policy analyses, comparative studies, and evidence-based case studies addressing contemporary challenges in public governance at national, regional, and international levels. The Journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary research integrating perspectives from administrative science, political science, economics, law, public management, digital government, sustainability, and public sector innovation.

Committed to academic excellence, transparency, and research integrity, JSM employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process conducted by independent experts. All accepted articles are assigned Crossref DOIs, published under an Open Access model, and permanently archived to ensure global accessibility and long-term preservation.

As Vietnam continues to deepen administrative reform and international integration, JSM aims to become a leading international journal connecting scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and public leaders who seek to improve governance systems and public sector performance worldwide.

Journal at a Glance
Full Title Journal of State Management
Abbreviation JSM
ISSN 2815-6021
Publisher Academy of Public Administration and Governance
Country Vietnam
Publication Language English
Publication Frequency Quarterly (4 issues per year)
Access Diamond Open Access
DOI Registration Crossref
Peer Review Double-blind
APC No Article Processing Charges
Scope & Focus Areas

JSM particularly encourages interdisciplinary research connecting the following fields:

Administrative Science Political Science Economics Law Public Management Digital Government Sustainability Public Sector Innovation Public Policy State Management Governance National Governance
Academic Recognition

Pursuant to Decision No. 26/QĐ-HĐGSNN dated July 11, 2025, issued by the State Council for Professorship, the Journal of State Management is accredited by seven disciplinary and interdisciplinary Professorial Councils across its three publication formats.

0.75 Academic Score — Highest tier
Interdisciplinary Council for History – Archaeology – Ethnology (all three editions).
Interdisciplinary Council for Philosophy – Sociology – Political Science (all three editions, for Philosophy and Political Science).
Council for Economics (Vietnamese print and electronic editions).
Council for Law (Vietnamese print edition).
0.50 Academic Score — Mid tier
Council for Security Sciences (all three editions).
Council for Economics (English edition).
0.25 Academic Score — Base tier
Interdisciplinary Council for Culture – Arts – Physical Education and Sports (all three editions).
Council for Educational Sciences (all three editions).