Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics – Journal of Business Management

The Journal of Business Management is firmly committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against any publication malpractices. This ethical guideline applies to all parties involved in the publication process: authors, editors, peer reviewers, and journal managers.

These ethical principles are based on the guidelines from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and widely accepted standards in scientific publishing.

1. Responsibilities of Authors

Authors are responsible for the integrity, originality, and accuracy of their submitted work. Authors must adhere to the following principles:

a. Originality and Plagiarism

  • All submitted manuscripts must be original and have not been published or submitted elsewhere.

  • Proper citations and acknowledgments must be provided for all referenced sources.

  • Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited and will result in rejection.

b. Data Accuracy and Research Integrity

  • Authors must present research data honestly and accurately, without fabrication or manipulation.

  • All data and methods used in the research must be clearly documented and made available upon request for review.

c. Multiple and Redundant Submissions

  • Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal at the same time (no simultaneous submissions).

  • Manuscripts that have already been published elsewhere are not eligible, except in cases of academic summaries or translations with proper permission and citation.

d. Authorship and Contributions

  • Only individuals who have made significant contributions to the research and writing process should be listed as authors.

  • The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors have read and approved the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

e. Conflict of Interest

  • Authors must disclose any financial, academic, or personal conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of their manuscript.

2. Responsibilities of Editors

Editors play a critical role in maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. Editors must:

a. Publication Decision

  • Make decisions based on the manuscript’s scientific merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Evaluate submissions without discrimination based on gender, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or political beliefs of the authors.

b. Confidentiality

  • Maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and related correspondence.

  • Refrain from using unpublished materials for personal research or gain.

c. Ethical Oversight

  • Take appropriate actions if ethical concerns are raised about a submitted or published paper.

  • Act in accordance with COPE guidelines when handling suspected misconduct or ethical breaches.

3. Responsibilities of Peer Reviewers

Peer reviewers assist editors in evaluating the scientific quality of manuscripts and offer constructive feedback to authors. Reviewers must:

a. Objectivity and Timeliness

  • Provide fair, objective, and timely reviews.

  • Refrain from personal criticism and focus on the content of the manuscript.

b. Confidentiality

  • Keep all information obtained through peer review confidential.

  • Not use information from the manuscript for personal advantage or to discredit others.

c. Conflict of Interest

  • Decline the review if they have any conflicts of interest with the manuscript or its authors.

4. Responsibilities of the Journal Management

The journal management team is responsible for:

  • Maintaining transparency and accountability in the editorial and publication processes.

  • Providing clear and accessible guidelines for authors, editors, and reviewers.

  • Ensuring the quality and credibility of the journal and addressing any ethical concerns or complaints.

5. Handling of Ethical Misconduct

If there is evidence of unethical behavior, such as:

  • Plagiarism

  • Data falsification or fabrication

  • Duplicate submission/publication

  • Misrepresentation of authorship

The journal will take appropriate actions, which may include:

  • Rejection or retraction of the article

  • Notification to the author’s institution

  • Banning authors from future submissions

  • Issuing public correction or retraction statements

6. Retraction Policy

The Journal of Business Management may retract published articles when:

  • Serious ethical violations are identified

  • The findings are unreliable due to misconduct or honest error

  • The article was previously published elsewhere without proper disclosure

  • Plagiarism or data manipulation is confirmed

Retraction notices will be published and linked to the original article with an explanation for the retraction.

Conclusion

The Journal of Business Management is committed to promoting academic honesty, transparency, and responsibility in the publication process. All parties involved are expected to follow this code of ethics to uphold the integrity of scholarly publishing.