Editorial Process

Overview

The International Journal of Business, Management & Financial Insight (IJBMFI) is committed to a transparent, ethical, and rigorous editorial process that ensures the publication of high-quality, original research. Each manuscript undergoes a structured workflow designed to uphold scholarly integrity, disciplinary relevance, and global academic standards in the fields of business, management, and finance.

Below is a comprehensive outline of the editorial journey from submission to publication:

1. Manuscript Submission

Authors must submit their manuscripts via the IJBMFI online submission system. Submissions should comply with the journal’s author guidelines, including formatting, referencing, and ethical considerations.

2. Initial Screening

Upon submission, each manuscript is reviewed by the editorial office to verify its alignment with IJBMFI’s aims and scope. A plagiarism check is conducted using industry-standard tools. Manuscripts with a similarity index exceeding the acceptable threshold (typically 10–15%) may be desk-rejected or returned to authors for revision.

3. Editorial Assignment

Manuscripts that pass the initial check are assigned to an Associate Editor or Section Editor with subject-matter expertise. The editor assesses the manuscript’s relevance, conceptual rigor, and potential contribution to the academic and professional community.

4. Double-Blind Peer Review

Eligible manuscripts are sent for double-blind peer review to at least two independent reviewers. Both the authors’ and reviewers’ identities remain anonymous to ensure impartial and unbiased evaluation.

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on criteria such as:

  • Originality and contribution to the field

  • Theoretical and methodological soundness

  • Practical implications and relevance

  • Clarity, coherence, and academic presentation

5. Reviewer Feedback and Recommendations

Based on their assessments, reviewers make one of the following recommendations:

  • Accept with no changes

  • Accept with minor revisions

  • Revise and resubmit (major revisions required)

  • Reject

Constructive comments are provided to guide the authors in revising or improving their manuscript.

6. Editorial Decision

The handling editor reviews the peer reports and makes a decision—often in consultation with the Editor-in-Chief. Authors are informed of the outcome along with detailed feedback. In cases of major revision, a resubmission is required and may be subject to an additional round of review.

7. Revisions and Resubmission

Authors are given a specific timeframe to address reviewers’ and editors’ comments. All revised manuscripts must include a response letter clearly outlining the changes made. The revised submission is evaluated for compliance with the requested revisions.

8. Final Acceptance

Once revisions are deemed satisfactory, the manuscript receives final approval. A formal acceptance notification is sent to the corresponding author.

9. Copyediting and Proofing

Accepted manuscripts undergo professional copyediting for grammar, formatting, clarity, and citation consistency. Authors receive proofs to review and approve before publication.

10. Online Publication

Finalized articles are published in the upcoming issue of IJBMFI and made freely available under the journal’s open access policy. Each article is assigned a DOI for permanent identification and citation.

11. Post-Publication Promotion

To enhance research visibility, the editorial team promotes published articles through indexing databases, professional networks, academic platforms, and social media channels. Authors are encouraged to share their work within their institutions and research communities.

IJBMFI remains committed to fostering an efficient, fair, and ethical editorial process that supports authors and enriches scholarly communication in business, management, and financial research.