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Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 21 (2021)

The 21st issue of the journal presents research focused on organizational consulting, quality of work life, and professional competitiveness in various productive sectors. The issue opens with the application of a general consulting approach at an automotive plant in Empalme, highlighting the importance of comprehensive diagnostics for improving industrial processes. It also analyzes the quality of work life of the staff at a public accounting firm in Ciudad Obregón, providing evidence on factors that influence well-being and organizational performance. In the social sphere, the measurement and perception of social impact are examined as a strategic tool for social enterprises, underscoring the importance of evaluating results beyond financial indicators.

The issue also addresses the competitiveness of public accountants in professional development within teaching, based on the case of leaders of academic departments in Mexico, highlighting the role of research in accounting. From an occupational health perspective, burnout levels are studied among nursing professionals at a hospital in southern Sonora, revealing the emotional challenges of the healthcare sector. Finally, the formation of a shrimp cluster in Sinaloa is proposed as a strategy for innovation and sustainable improvement, highlighting productive articulation as an engine of regional competitiveness.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 20 (2020)

The 20th issue of the journal focuses its analysis on the economic, accounting, and financial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a comprehensive view of the challenges faced by organizations. The issue begins with a study of NIF D-5 and its impact on business decision-making during times of crisis, highlighting the importance of financial information in uncertain scenarios. It also examines the tax benefits for social and solidarity economy entities, particularly regarding exemptions and deductions of expenses, as support mechanisms during the crisis. Along these lines, it also addresses the accounting effects of the reallocation of budget items due to the health emergency, revealing adjustments and challenges in financial management.

The issue also includes an analysis of e-commerce and its contribution to sustainable development in the face of the impact of COVID-19, identifying emerging trends and strategies in Mexico. Similarly, the role of banking institutions in the new financial paradigm associated with the pandemic and the context of the so-called Fourth Transformation is studied, highlighting changes in credit and regulatory dynamics. Finally, the financial risks stemming from the lack of accounting culture in small businesses are examined, as well as the effects exacerbated by the health crisis, providing key insights for business resilience and sustainability.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 19 (2020)

The 19th issue of the journal brings together studies that address quality of life, organizational behavior, and business dynamics from various sectoral perspectives. The issue opens with research on the quality of work life of upper secondary education staff in Huatabampo, highlighting factors that influence teacher well-being and performance. In the tourism sector, a conceptual analysis of community-based tourism and the emotional intelligence of its leaders is presented, emphasizing the role of leadership in sustainable projects. A neuromarketing study is also included as a positioning tool for understanding the behavior of young consumers, using Coca-Cola Mexico as a case study, which provides a strategic perspective on emotions and purchasing decisions.

The issue also examines the quality of educational life in public secondary schools in northern Mexico, expanding the discussion on the school environment and its formative impact. In the economic sphere, the relationship between startups and Mexico's Gross Domestic Product is analyzed, underscoring the relevance of entrepreneurship to national growth. Finally, corporate culture is studied as a strategy for innovation in leading brewing companies in Latin America, offering a comparative perspective on how organizational values drive competitiveness and adaptation in dynamic markets.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 9 No. 18 (2019)

The 18th issue of the journal brings together research addressing business management, organizational transformation, and economic challenges in national and international contexts. The issue opens with a case study on warehouse management in a manufacturing company, highlighting the relevance of logistics processes for operational efficiency. It also analyzes the implementation of a competency-based management model in SMEs, underscoring its importance for strengthening performance and competitiveness. In the social and structural sphere, research is presented on the normalization of corruption and its impact on Colombia's structural poverty index, offering a critical reflection on the institutional and economic implications of this phenomenon.

The issue also includes an analysis of artificial intelligence and Industry 4.0, exploring their impact on the jobs of the future and the challenges of human capital adaptation. Along these lines, organizational transformation through the management of commitment, knowledge, and skills is examined as a guide for achieving Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals. Finally, the evolution of macroeconomic indicators in the Pacific Alliance countries during the period 2011–2018 is studied, offering a comparative view of their economic performance and regional integration processes.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 9 No. 17 (2019)

The 17th issue of the journal presents research focused on rural development, entrepreneurship, organizational management, and business competitiveness. The issue opens with a study on family farming and rural food security, based on the case of the Guacavia Agricultural Extension Institute (IEA Guacavia), analyzed from the perspective of its multifunctionality and contribution to peacebuilding, highlighting the role of the agricultural sector in territorial development. It also includes a longitudinal study on the factors within the Mexican entrepreneurial framework that drive innovative entrepreneurship in Mexico, providing evidence on the structural conditions that foster innovation. In the organizational sphere, the influence of identification with employees on loyalty is examined, emphasizing the relevance of job commitment to institutional performance.

The issue also addresses export development and competitiveness in agricultural SMEs in Sinaloa, underscoring the challenges of entering international markets. Similarly, the relationship between continuous improvement and productivity at the company PSF is analyzed, as well as the importance of organizational diagnosis in change processes, through the case of a marketing company in Mérida. Finally, the issue concludes with a review of foreign direct investment and the presence of Japanese companies in Mexico, offering a reflection on its regional, economic and legal implications in the context of globalization.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 8 No. 16 (2019)

The 16th issue of the journal brings together research addressing economic, organizational, and social phenomena from an international and sectoral perspective. The issue opens with an analysis of the effect of Spain's economic policy uncertainty on the profitability of the IBEX 35, providing evidence on the relationship between political context and stock market performance. It also presents a study on the strengthening of post-harvest strategies in sacha inchi cultivation by the Asoproagro association in San José, Guaviare, highlighting the importance of production management for rural development. In the educational field, the relationship between efficiency and organizational climate in higher education institutions is examined, underscoring its impact on academic quality.

This edition also delves into the analysis of emotional intelligence as a tool for professional development, based on the self-perceptions of local public managers. Similarly, the generation of knowledge networks in the shrimp fishing sector of Sinaloa is studied, highlighting its role in the competitiveness of strategic sectors. From a gender perspective, the issue addresses the phenomenon of stereotypes and the "ceiling" for Mexican businesswomen, offering a critical reflection on structural barriers in the business world. Finally, the issue concludes with a review titled "Participating in the Global Economy," which invites reflection on the challenges and opportunities of entering international markets.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 8 No. 15 (2018)

The 15th issue of the journal integrates research focused on educational, economic, and productive analysis from a regional and international perspective. The issue opens with a study on the didactics for financial training in Business Administration programs, highlighting the importance of innovative methodologies for strengthening professional competencies. Subsequently, the trade of cocoa and its productivity and competitiveness in Ecuador, Peru, and Mexico are examined, both in the global and U.S. markets, revealing dynamics of international integration. A regional analysis of Mexico's balance of payments during the period 1993–2016 is also presented, providing a structural view of the country's macroeconomic performance.

This edition also includes a review of the current theoretical state of social sustainability, broadening the conceptual discussion surrounding sustainable development. In the productive sphere, the networks and flows of knowledge transfer in aquaculture in northern Sinaloa are studied, emphasizing collaboration as a driver of sectoral innovation. Furthermore, intellectual capital is analyzed as a key factor for innovation in SMEs, highlighting the relevance of intangible assets to business competitiveness. Finally, the issue concludes with a review of information technologies in the dynamics of business knowledge, offering a reflection on their strategic role in contemporary organizations.
Investigación en Ciencias Administrativas
Vol. 7 No. 14 (2018)

The 14th issue of the journal brings together research focused on professional training, business management, and entrepreneurship, with a particular emphasis on the Latin American context. The issue opens with an analysis of the professional competencies of graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, highlighting the relevance of academic training to the demands of the labor market. It also examines managerial skills as generators of competitive advantage in SMEs in northeastern Mexico, underscoring the importance of strategic leadership. In the area of consumption, a study is presented on the relationship between perceived value and loyalty in the restaurant sector of Ciudad Victoria, providing empirical evidence on customer behavior and its impact on business competitiveness.

The issue also includes an organizational diagnosis of a family business in the tourism sector, highlighting the challenges of professionalization and generational continuity. From a social perspective, social oversight is analyzed as an initiative of community councils in Venezuela, emphasizing citizen participation in public management. In the areas of education and gender, the issue addresses entrepreneurial intention and self-efficacy among students at the Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez, highlighting differences and opportunities in entrepreneurial training. Finally, the issue concludes with a review of the characteristics and challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Mexico City, offering a reflection on female leadership and the contemporary business environment.
Investigación en Ciencias Administrativas
Vol. 7 No. 13 (2017)

The 13th issue of the journal brings together research focused on analyzing digital transformation, financing, and territorial development in the business sector. The issue opens with a study on the use of social media as a marketing strategy in SMEs in Ciudad Victoria, highlighting its impact on competitiveness and market positioning. Along the same lines, an analysis of digital marketing from the user's perspective is presented, considering factors such as trust, security, and knowledge in virtual environments. Bank credit as a financing alternative for SMEs is also addressed, emphasizing its role in business growth and sustainability. A study on the Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) and local development in Sinaloa is also included, using a multi-criteria analysis that links tourism and regional economic dynamism.

This edition also delves into institutional articulation and social inclusion. University-business-government partnership strategies to promote female entrepreneurship in Mexico and Spain are examined, demonstrating the importance of intersectoral cooperation. In addition, an analysis of the management of cultural diversity among agricultural workers in the San Quintín Valley is presented, providing a social and labor perspective on inclusion in productive contexts. Finally, the issue concludes with a review of the financial ratios of companies listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange during the period 2006-2015, offering tools for financial evaluation and strategic decision-making.
Investigación en Ciencias Administrativas
Vol. 6 No. 12 (2017)

The 12th issue of the journal presents a collection of research articles focused on analyzing economic, social, and organizational development in diverse territorial contexts across Latin America. The issue opens with a study on productivity factors in organizations in southern Medellín, providing insights into business performance from both internal and contextual perspectives. This is followed by research on environmental education, community development, and economic and social sustainability in Isla Mujeres, highlighting the importance of social participation and ecological awareness in areas with a strong tourism focus. Along similar lines, the article analyzes tourism governance in certified beaches using the case of the Clean Beaches Committee in Mazatlán and Ahome, emphasizing institutional coordination and the sustainable management of coastal resources.

The issue also delves into the role of productive innovation networks as spaces for learning and collaboration within an endogenous development framework, highlighting cooperation as a driver of regional competitiveness. In the labor sector, the article examines instability in a restaurant company in Culiacán, revealing structural challenges within the service sector. The issue also addresses the multifaceted nature of corporate social responsibility in Mexico, offering an analytical framework for evaluating its implementation within the corporate environment. Finally, it concludes with a review of social responsibility, proposing a comprehensive reflection on CSR and its relevance to contemporary management.
Investigación en Ciencias Administrativas
Vol. 6 No. 11 (2016)

This eleventh edition presents a collection of studies focused on economic and business analysis in Mexico. It begins with an evaluation of public finance performance following the 2011 slowdown, addressing its effects on fiscal stability. It also includes research on the relationship between competitiveness, innovation, and strategic planning in small and medium-sized enterprises in the metalworking sector in San Luis Potosí, as well as a study on the contribution of community-based tourism to sustainable rural development. This section is complemented by a comparative analysis of the agricultural sector in Hidalgo and Tabasco, from a national, sectoral, and competitive perspective.

In the social and educational sphere, this issue includes a study on student perceptions of virtual teaching and learning processes at the Northern University Center, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of digital education. It also examines the relationship between entrepreneurship and self-efficacy, emphasizing the importance of self-confidence for business development. Finally, it includes a review of strategic management from a bibliometric and data mining approach, providing an updated and methodological perspective on this field of study.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 5 No. 10 (2016)

This tenth edition of the journal presents research analyzing contemporary challenges in organizational management, productivity, and leadership, from both theoretical and applied perspectives. The articles address topics such as the semantic and etymological development of the creative construct, the influence of patriarchal leadership on the job performance of family-owned textile businesses, and the design of a standard cost model to improve productivity in a manufacturing company, offering perspectives that combine conceptual reflection with practical application in diverse business contexts.

Also included are studies on job skills and the values that shape organizational culture, the application of the Lean Manufacturing model as a tool for improving production systems, and a comparative analysis of municipal organization in Zacatecas and Nuevo León, all of which contribute to understanding productive and administrative dynamics in Mexico. The edition concludes with a review of Drucker's Everyday Life, reinforcing the importance of strategic thinking and effective management in organizational and public development.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 4 No. 8 (2015)

This eighth edition of the journal brings together research examining various aspects of organizational management, economics, and social development in business and urban contexts. The articles address topics such as knowledge networks in the maquiladora industry of Tehuacán, the influence of managerial functions and formal structure on business growth, and the role of branding in tourist destinations, offering a comprehensive view of innovation, leadership, and positioning processes in different productive sectors.

Also included are studies on transfer pricing for intangible assets in Mexico, the contribution of public transportation to urban quality of life from a city marketing perspective, and the tax incorporation regime applied to family-owned microenterprises, all of which analyze current economic and administrative challenges. The edition concludes with a review of the book *Profile of Industrial MSMEs in Mexico: An Empirical Study*, which complements the analysis of the country's business landscape. Taken together, the presented works strengthen the academic debate surrounding competitiveness, innovation, and sustainable development in Latin America.
Research in Administrative Sciences
Vol. 4 No. 7 (2014)

This seventh edition of the journal brings together research analyzing various factors that influence business competitiveness, organizational management, and economic development. The articles address topics such as differentiation as a competitive advantage in the agribusiness sector, the use of data mining as a strategic tool for improving business management, and the relationship between political legitimacy and competitiveness, offering a comprehensive view of how innovation, information, and governance impact organizational performance.

Studies are also presented on the recognition and disclosure of intangible assets in Colombia in relation to IAS 38, the competitiveness of agro-citrus manufacturing SMEs in Michoacán, and the capital structure of companies listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange. These studies provide relevant empirical evidence for strengthening the productive sector. The edition concludes with a review of the Delphi company in Los Mochis, which complements the analysis of business environments from an economic and organizational perspective. Taken together, the works gathered in this issue promote reflection and academic exchange on the challenges of competitiveness in Latin America.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 6 (2014)

This sixth edition of the journal presents research examining the dynamics of business development, technological innovation, and organizational management in various economic sectors. The articles address topics such as technological capabilities in the television industry in Tijuana, the performance of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Sinaloa, and the relationship between marketing, entrepreneurship, and innovation as factors of competitiveness in the hotel sector, highlighting the importance of adaptation and strategy for boosting regional productivity.

Also included are studies on strategic planning in organizations, the use of the internet and digitization in tax procedures, and the effect of the exchange rate on the Mexican Stock Exchange. These studies provide analytical perspectives on the administrative, financial, and technological processes that influence the national economy. The edition concludes with a review of the proposed tax transparency measures in Sinaloa, reaffirming the journal's commitment to disseminating knowledge and strengthening public and business management in Mexico.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 5 (2013)

This fifth edition of the journal presents research exploring the challenges and opportunities of economic, financial, and organizational development in Mexico. The articles address topics such as competitiveness and productivity in the footwear sector in León, the value of venture capital, financing for export-oriented manufacturing SMEs in Sinaloa, and municipal oversight in the face of international environments, offering analytical perspectives that contribute to understanding the country's business and governmental dynamics.

It also includes reflections on constructing theoretical frameworks in quantitative research and on the renewal of organizational strategies in the commercial relationship between US supermarkets and Sinaloan horticultural producers, along with a review of the book Oppressed Entrepreneurs. Taken together, the works compiled in this issue promote academic dialogue and the generation of knowledge useful for strengthening competitiveness, public management, and innovation in various productive sectors.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 4 (2013)

This fourth edition of the journal presents research addressing fundamental issues for Mexico's economic, social, and academic development from a multidisciplinary perspective. The articles analyze contemporary problems such as socio-intercultural evaluation in investment projects in Wixárika indigenous communities, the role of leadership in organizational modernization processes, and world-class university rankings, highlighting the challenges countries face in their pursuit of greater equity and global competitiveness.

It also includes reflections on Mexican fiscal federalism within a context of demographic and productive inequality, along with applied studies such as the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on foreign currency debt and the advancement of the information society in Mexican businesses. The edition concludes with an article on how to write a thesis in business administration, aimed at strengthening students' research skills. Overall, this publication offers a comprehensive view of the economic, social, and educational processes that shape the national reality.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 3 (2012)

This third edition of the journal brings together research that addresses the challenges and opportunities of economic and business development in Mexico from diverse perspectives. The articles analyze key topics such as the factors limiting access to financing for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Querétaro, the regional rural development strategy, and productive integration for innovation in aquaculture companies in the central-western region of the country, highlighting the importance of management, collaboration, and innovation as drivers of sustainable growth.

Likewise, relevant financial aspects are examined, such as the return on investment of the commercial sector on the Mexican Stock Exchange during periods of crisis and the sources of government financing for SMEs in Sinaloa, providing a comprehensive view of access to capital and business resilience. Finally, theoretical reflections on knowledge creation and a review of theoretical frameworks for the study of economic and administrative sciences are included, contributing to the strengthening of critical and academic thinking in the field of social and economic sciences.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 2 (2012)

This second edition of the journal presents research exploring innovation, sustainability, and organizational management from diverse territorial and business perspectives. The articles address topics such as territorial development through regional innovation systems in Guanajuato, the perception of sustainable development in the government and business sectors of Navojoa, Sonora, and the influence of language in organizations, highlighting the importance of human and communicative factors in work environments.

Key issues such as corporate social responsibility, organizational structures in Sinaloa's horticultural sector, and management strategies in agricultural organizations are also analyzed, demonstrating how cooperation, ethics, and strategic planning are essential for competitiveness and sustainable growth. The edition concludes with a review of credit and collections, providing a practical overview of financial management in companies. Overall, this publication aims to promote critical thinking and the generation of knowledge useful for the country's economic and social development.
Research in Administrative Sciences
No. 1 (2011)

This first edition of the journal presents a selection of works that reflect the diversity and commitment to applied knowledge in various areas of national development. The articles address topics such as the reactivation of tourism through the “Vive México” strategy, the participation of Mexican scientific knowledge in the international arena, and a strategic management model for consulting, engineering, and construction companies. Also included is a study on burnout syndrome among nurses at the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, which highlights the importance of workplace well-being in the health sector.

Other articles analyze leadership in Sinaloan companies and the socioeconomic impact of yellowfin tuna farming in La Paz Bay, demonstrating the relationship between management, economics, and sustainability. The edition concludes with a review of the book 23 Things They Don’t Tell You About Capitalism, which invites readers to question the foundations of the current economic system. Overall, this publication seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and contribute to Mexico’s sustainable development from a critical and proactive perspective.