About the Journal

TAJMA Journal of Psychometric Science (TAJMA Journal) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to the advancement of research, theory, and applied practice in psychometric science, psychological measurement, and behavioral assessment. The journal provides an academic platform for the dissemination of high-quality empirical and theoretical contributions related to the development, validation, standardization, and application of psychometric instruments across diverse populations and settings.

TAJMA Journal is committed to promoting scientific excellence in psychological and educational assessment, with particular emphasis on culturally responsive and contextually relevant measurement frameworks, especially within Malaysia, Asia, and the broader Global South. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary scholarship that bridges traditional psychometric methodologies with emerging innovations in digital assessment, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.

Aim and Scope

The primary aim of the journal is to foster rigorous academic discourse and practical innovation in the field of psychometric science. The journal publishes original research and scholarly works in, but not limited to, the following areas:

  • Psychometric Theory and Measurement Models
    Including classical test theory, item response theory (IRT), Rasch measurement models, factor analysis, scale development, reliability, and validity studies.
  • Psychological and Personality Assessment
    Covering personality inventories, emotional intelligence, behavioral profiling, leadership assessment, and psychological diagnostics.
  • Educational and Counseling Measurement
    Including student assessment, academic aptitude evaluation, mental health screening, counseling outcome measures, and educational diagnostics.
  • Career and Talent Psychometrics
    Encompassing vocational interest assessment, talent identification, workforce competency evaluation, and human capital analytics.
  • Cross-Cultural and Indigenous Psychometrics
    Focused on culturally adapted instruments, indigenous psychological constructs, and comparative validation studies across populations.
  • Digital Assessment and AI-Driven Psychometrics
    Including adaptive testing, online assessment systems, psychometric software development, learning analytics, and artificial intelligence applications in measurement science.

Mission

The mission of TAJMA Journal of Psychometric Science is to advance the science and ethical practice of psychological measurement by supporting evidence-based, culturally grounded, and methodologically robust research. The journal seeks to serve as a bridge between academic scholarship and practical implementation in education, counseling, organizational development, and public policy.

Vision

To become a leading regional and international reference journal in psychometric science, contributing significantly to the development of innovative, reliable, and inclusive assessment practices worldwide.

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The journal accepts the following categories of scholarly contributions:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Systematic Reviews and Literature Reviews
  • Instrument Development and Validation Studies
  • Methodological and Technical Papers
  • Case Studies and Applied Reports
  • Short Communications
  • Book and Assessment Tool Reviews

Target Audience

TJPS serves a diverse readership including:

  • Psychologists and psychometricians
  • Counselors and mental health professionals
  • Educational researchers and assessment specialists
  • Human resource and organizational development practitioners
  • Data scientists and behavioral analysts
  • Graduate students and emerging scholars