1, different definitions: the classification stars of ABS journals are evaluated according to their academic quality and influence, and are divided into four grades, from high to low, namely A*, a*, B and C; The ranking is based on the impact factors and citation times of journals, and the ranking from high to low is first, second and third.
2. Different evaluation methods: the classification star rating of ABS journals is presided over by the Business School of Sunderland University in the UK, which is updated once a year, and the classification level is determined through comprehensive evaluation of the quality and influence of journals; Ranking is made by famous institutions and academic websites according to different indicators and algorithms.
3. Different evaluation indicators: the classification star rating of ABS journals mainly considers the academic quality and influence of journals, including the quality of papers, the number of citations, the contribution of authors and other indicators; The ranking gives more consideration to the influence and popularity of journals, including impact factors, cited frequency and other indicators.