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International Business Administration Journal — Publication Policies

Publication Policies

International Business Administration Journal (IBAJ)

1. Introduction

The International Business Administration Journal (IBAJ) is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to research in business administration, management, finance, economics, international business, and related disciplines. These Publication Policies are designed in accordance with ISSN guidelines, international scholarly publishing standards, and best practices recommended by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

2. Scope of the Journal

IBAJ publishes:

  • Original research articles
  • Review papers
  • Case studies
  • Conceptual papers
  • Short communications
  • Book reviews

The journal welcomes contributions from academia, industry, and research institutions worldwide.

3. Editorial Policy

3.1 Editorial Independence

  • Editors have full authority over editorial content and decision-making.
  • Decisions are based solely on academic merit and the journal's scope.

3.2 Responsibilities of the Editorial Board

  • Ensure the integrity and quality of publications.
  • Conduct fair and unbiased manuscript evaluations.
  • Maintain confidentiality throughout the review process.
  • Oversee corrections, retractions, and ethical concerns.

4. Peer Review Policy

4.1 Review Model

IBAJ follows a Double-Blind Peer Review system. Identities of authors and reviewers remain confidential.

4.2 Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers must:

  • Provide unbiased, constructive feedback.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Declare conflicts of interest.
  • Review within stipulated timelines.

4.3 Manuscript Decision Criteria

  • Originality and contribution to knowledge
  • Methodological rigor
  • Clarity of research objectives
  • Quality of analysis and interpretation
  • Relevance to journal scope

5. Author Guidelines & Publication Ethics

5.1 Authorship Criteria

Authors must:

  • Contribute significantly to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research.
  • Approve the final version of the manuscript.
  • Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work.

5.2 Ethical Compliance

Authors must ensure:

  • Research integrity and academic honesty
  • No fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism
  • Compliance with ethical standards (e.g., human subjects research approval when applicable)

5.3 Plagiarism Policy

All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with >10–15% uncredited similarity (excluding references) may be rejected.

5.4 Data Availability

Authors must provide raw data upon request. Data must be accurate, authentic, and properly maintained.

6. Submission Guidelines

6.1 Manuscript Format

  • Typed in English
  • Structured abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (5–7)
  • APA / MLA / Chicago citation style (journal's preferred style should be specified)
  • Word count: 4,000–8,000 (articles), 2,000–3,000 (case studies/short papers)

6.2 Originality Requirements

Manuscripts must:

  • Be original and unpublished
  • Not be under review elsewhere
  • Clearly acknowledge all sources of funding and support

7. ISSN Compliance Requirements

To comply with ISSN standards, IBAJ will:

  • Maintain consistent journal title, frequency, and editorial structure
  • Clearly define its scope and publication responsibilities
  • Assign ISSN numbers separately for print and online versions
  • Display the ISSN prominently on the journal website, cover, masthead, and copyright page
  • Ensure regular publication and proper archiving of all issues

8. Conflict of Interest Policy

All contributors must declare:

  • Financial interests
  • Professional associations
  • Personal relationships that may influence research

Undisclosed conflicts may result in manuscript rejection or retraction.

9. Open Access & Copyright Policy

9.1 Open Access Statement

IBAJ may follow:

  • Gold Open Access (open upon publication) or
  • Hybrid Model

Usage rights are governed by Creative Commons licensing, depending on journal policy.

9.2 Copyright

  • Authors retain copyright unless otherwise specified.
  • Journal retains rights for distribution and archiving.

10. Retractions, Corrections, and Withdrawal

10.1 Retractions

A paper may be retracted for:

  • Proven plagiarism
  • Fabricated data
  • Unethical research practices
  • Legal issues

10.2 Corrections

Corrections (Errata/ Corrigenda) will be issued for minor errors not affecting research integrity.

10.3 Withdrawal

Withdrawals are allowed only before acceptance and must be formally requested by the corresponding author.

11. Archiving Policy

IBAJ uses:

  • Institutional repositories
  • Digital long-term archives
  • National and international library databases

Issues remain permanently accessible.

12. Publication Frequency

(Define as per your journal)

  • Quarterly / Biannual / Annual

Consistency with the stated frequency is essential for ISSN compliance.

13. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy

  • Advertising has no influence on editorial decisions.
  • Sponsored content must be clearly indicated.

14. Confidentiality Policy

The journal ensures confidentiality of:

  • Manuscripts
  • Reviewer identities
  • Author personal data
  • Editorial decisions

15. Compliance With International Standards

The Journal adheres to:

  • ISSN International Centre Guidelines
  • COPE Code of Conduct
  • ICMJE Recommendations
  • Open Access Publishing Best Practices

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