AIMS AND SCOPE

Global Challenges and Responsible Solutions (GCRS) is a transdisciplinary, hybrid-access academic journal dedicated to advancing responsible management and global problem-solving through the lens of behavioural economics and social systems thinking. Building on the legacy of Behavioural Economics in Social Systems (BESS®), GCRS seeks to broaden recognition of the 'Second Track' methodology – an innovative approach to navigating complexity in policy and practice – and encourage its wider adoption across disciplines and sectors.

Mission and Vision

GCRS aims to become a leading global journal in general management, bridging academic insight and real-world impact. We invite contributions that challenge conventional economic thinking, especially the limitations of rational-scientific models and instead embrace behavioural, psychological and network-based approaches to understanding and solving wickedly complex problems.

Scope and Focus Areas

We welcome original research, theoretical explorations and applied studies that empower readers to act as agents of economic, social and policy change. Submissions should explore how individuals and institutions behave, interact and make decisions within complex social systems. Preferred methodologies include experimental inquiry, behavioural analysis and transdisciplinary frameworks.

EDITORIAL SCOPE

Global Challenges and Responsible Solutions publishes articles on the following topics:

  • Behavioural economics and experimental economics
  • Social networks and social cognition
  • Judgment and decision-making, including the Second Track process
  • Responsible management and sustainability practices
  • Measurement and accountability of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Global grand challenges and systemic risk
  • Impact of behavioural insights on law reform
  • Influence of artificial intelligence on human decision-making
  • Social systems perspectives on behaviour and change

Audience and Impact

GCRS is designed for scholars, practitioners, policymakers and change-makers who seek actionable insights to navigate complexity and foster responsible solutions. By arming our readers with transformative ideas, we aim to cultivate a community capable of addressing the world’s most urgent challenges – beyond the reach of traditional models.

About Open Forum

GAP was the owner of Behavioural Economics for Social Systems, which was acquired by Emerald. Following the acquisition, the title was re-scoped and renamed Global Challenges and Responsible Solutions to reflect its evolution and expanded focus on responsible management. Open Forum is an independent, non-profit, collaborative think-tank built around an interactive discussion website hosted and moderated by Global Access Partners (GAP) . It provides a platform for focused dialogue on Australian public policy and social issues.

It is registration-based and enables global participants to make connections, share their opinions and concerns, test their ideas, raise and discuss specific topics, suggest solutions and ultimately contribute to policy development and economic outcomes for government and business, as well as the democratic process in general.