Author Guidelines

Comprehensive guidelines for authors submitting manuscripts to JMRI

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Submission Process

Step-by-step guide to submitting your manuscript

Prepare Your Manuscript

Format your manuscript according to our guidelines and use the provided template.

Online Submission

Submit your manuscript through our online submission system with all required information.

Initial Review

Editorial team conducts initial screening for scope and quality (1-2 weeks).

Peer Review

Double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers (4-8 weeks).

Decision & Publication

Editorial decision communicated with reviewer feedback. Accepted articles proceed to publication.

Manuscript Requirements

Technical specifications for manuscript preparation

Format Requirements

• Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF format
• Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font
• 1-inch margins on all sides
• Page numbers in bottom right corner
• Maximum 8,000 words (including references)

Structure Requirements

• Title page with author information
• Abstract (150-250 words)
• Keywords (3-6 keywords)
• Main text with clear headings
• References in APA 7th edition style

Article Types

Different types of submissions accepted by JMRI

Research Articles

Original empirical research with novel findings (6,000-8,000 words)

Most Common

Review Articles

Comprehensive literature reviews and meta-analyses (5,000-7,000 words)

Case Studies

In-depth analysis of specific organizational cases (4,000-6,000 words)

Conceptual Papers

Theoretical contributions and framework development (4,000-6,000 words)

Short Communications

Brief reports of preliminary findings (2,000-3,000 words)

Book Reviews

Critical reviews of recent management books (1,000-1,500 words)

Ethical Guidelines

Research ethics and publication standards

Originality and Plagiarism

All submissions must be original work. Plagiarism detection software is used to screen all manuscripts. Proper citation is required for all sources.

Data Integrity

Authors must ensure the accuracy and integrity of all data presented. Raw data should be available for verification if requested.

Authorship

All listed authors must have made substantial contributions to the work. Corresponding author is responsible for ensuring all co-authors approve the submission.

Conflicts of Interest

Authors must declare any financial or personal relationships that could influence the work. Funding sources must be acknowledged.

Review Process

Understanding our peer review system

Double-Blind Peer Review

JMRI employs a double-blind peer review process where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to ensure objective evaluation.

1-2

Weeks for initial screening

4-8

Weeks for peer review

2-4

Weeks for final decision

Review Criteria

• Originality and significance of contribution
• Methodological rigor and appropriateness
• Clarity of presentation and writing quality

• Relevance to journal scope
• Theoretical and practical implications
• Ethical considerations and compliance

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