8.1 Research on economic growth and employment
IGU stands out with its strong academic structure that encourages interdisciplinary research in the fields of economic growth and employment. Academics at the university conduct high-quality research at national and international levels on sustainable development, the transformation of labour markets, entrepreneurship, the digital economy, informal employment, and gender inequality. These studies not only contribute to the production of theoretical knowledge but also provide guiding scientific evidence for policy-makers.
Through its research centres, master's and doctoral programmes, industry collaborations, and scientific publications, IGU is building a comprehensive knowledge ecosystem focused on economic growth and employment. The university further strengthens sustainable academic development through projects and funding mechanisms that support young researchers in contributing to scientific output in these fields.
8.1.1. Decent Work and Economic Growth: CiteScore
IGU regards enhancing the quality and impact of all academic work as one of its core institutional priorities. In this context, the University motivates faculty members to publish in highly ranked journals indexed in international citation databases, provides the necessary infrastructure for such work, and offers financial incentives. The proportion of publications appearing in journals within the top 10% according to the CiteScore metric is a key indicator of the University’s research excellence and global academic visibility. IGU remains firmly committed to strengthening the quality of academic outputs, supporting interdisciplinary research, and increasing the production of knowledge that contributes to sustainable economic growth and the goal of decent work for all.
8.1.2. Decent Work and Economic Growth: Publications
IGU directly contributed to SDG 8 through the scientific studies it conducted in the fields of economic growth and employment throughout 2025. According to analyses conducted through the Elsevier Scopus database, 55 publications produced by the University are aligned with this goal. These studies address topics including the effects of digitalisation on the workforce, informal employment, sustainable economic development, occupational health and safety, women’s employment, and social entrepreneurship.
IGU’s publications in this field reflect not only academic productivity but also its commitment to contributing to sustainable and inclusive development policies. Indexed internationally and published as open access, these studies strengthen the University’s research capacity and reinforce an approach to academic production that prioritises social impact.
Although the 2025 data indicate a numerical decline compared with previous years, IGU’s research focus on SDG 8 has continued steadily. The University’s 55 publications demonstrate its ongoing commitment to producing sustainable and impactful academic contributions in areas such as economic growth, employment, the transformation of labour markets, and decent working conditions.