The Journal of Finance and Management is committed to publishing high-quality, impactful research across the diverse fields of finance and management. To ensure the scholarly rigor and consistency of all publications, we kindly request that all authors meticulously review and adhere to these guidelines for the preparation and submission of their manuscripts. Strict compliance with these standards is paramount for a successful evaluation process and the eventual publication of your article.
1. Aims & Scope and Types of Articles
The Journal of Finance and Management, under the patronage of the GAFM Global Academy of Finance and Management, publishes original research articles that contribute significantly to theoretical understanding and practical application in the following key thematic areas: Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Economics, Risk, International Negotiations, Governance, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing, Logistics, Leadership, Data Analysis, Auditing, and Corporate Sustainability.
We primarily accept empirical or theoretical research reports with novel findings and scientific meta-analysis articles. The submission of a well-executed meta-analysis study, when relevant to the research topic, is highly encouraged and will be viewed favorably during the review process. Please note that all submissions should advance scholarly discourse within our stated scope.
2. Originality and Exclusivity
All submitted manuscripts must be original and unpublished, not having been previously published nor currently under consideration for publication elsewhere. Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is strictly prohibited. Plagiarism, in any form, will result in the immediate rejection of the manuscript and a permanent ban on future submissions to this Journal.
3. Research Ethics and Conflict of Interest
The Journal adheres to the highest standards of research ethics. Authors must ensure their studies were conducted in accordance with all applicable ethical guidelines, including obtaining informed consent, securing Institutional Review Board (IRB) or ethics committee approval (where required), and protecting participant privacy. Any research involving human subjects or animals must comply with international and national ethical norms.
Furthermore, authors are required to disclose any financial or non-financial conflict of interest that could potentially influence the research outcomes or their interpretation. This declaration must be explicitly stated in a dedicated section within the manuscript.
4. Manuscript Preparation
Manuscripts must be prepared according to the following specifications, aligned with best practices for high-impact journals:
File Format: Only files in .doc or .docx (Microsoft Word) format will be accepted.
Language: Articles must be written exclusively in English. Authors are encouraged to provide a high-quality English version suitable for peer review.
Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, 12pt font size, with double spacing throughout the manuscript.
Margins: Maintain 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins on all sides.
Word Count: Limit the main body of the text to 7,000 words (excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures).
Structure: Manuscripts should adhere to the standard scientific article structure:
Title Page: Article title, full names of all authors, complete institutional affiliations, ORCID for all authors, and corresponding author's email.
Abstract and Keywords: Abstract (maximum 250 words) and 3-5 keywords. Both should be provided in English.
Introduction: Contextualization, research problem, objectives, and justification.
Literature Review: (May be integrated into the introduction or presented as a separate section).
Methodology: Detailed description of methods, participants, instruments, and procedures.
Results: Clear presentation of data and findings.
Discussion: Interpretation of results, comparison with existing literature, and implications.
Conclusion: Synthesis of key findings, limitations, and suggestions for future research.
Acknowledgements: (Optional, to be included in the final accepted version).
Conflict of Interest Statement: Explicit declaration.
References: Must strictly follow the APA (American Psychological Association) 7th Edition style. Utilize reference management software (e.g., Mendeley, Zotero) to ensure accuracy.
Tables and Figures: Must be embedded within the text and also submitted as separate, high-resolution files (preferably editable formats like .eps, .tiff, or .jpeg with 300 dpi, and in black and white or grayscale for publication), with clear, sequentially numbered captions.
5. Double-Blind Peer Review Process
To ensure impartial evaluation, the Journal employs a double-blind peer-review system. This means that the identities of both authors and reviewers will remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process. To facilitate this, authors must:
Remove any identifying information (names, affiliations, acknowledgements, etc.) from the main body of the manuscript and the Word file properties.
Cite previous works by the authors themselves in the third person or in a manner that does not reveal authorship.
6. Submission Process via the OJS Platform
The submission process is entirely managed through our Online Journal System (OJS) platform. Please follow these steps carefully:
Registration: The corresponding author must have a complete and active profile on the Journal of Finance and Management OJS platform.
Login: Log in to the platform.
New Submission: Initiate a "New Submission" and follow the 5-step process:
Start: Select the appropriate journal section, confirm you have read the guidelines, and accept the terms.
Upload Submission: Upload the main manuscript file (the anonymized version, without author identification).
Enter Metadata: Carefully complete all metadata fields, including title, abstract, and keywords (all in English). Crucially, add all authors with their respective affiliations and ORCIDs. Ensuring correct ORCID for all authors is mandatory.
Upload Supplementary Files: Upload figures, tables (if submitted separately), research instruments, and any other complementary materials. Note: If a meta-analysis is part of your submission or required, it must be uploaded here.
Confirmation: Review all information and confirm the submission.
7. Article Processing Charge (APC)
To cover the costs of editorial processing, platform maintenance, and dissemination, the Journal of Finance and Management levies an Article Processing Charge (APC) of US$ 89.00 (Eighty-Nine US Dollars) per article accepted.
Purpose: This fee is allocated to cover operational costs of the editorial process, including platform management, technical support, dissemination, and maintaining the necessary infrastructure for publication.
Non-Refundable: The APC is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the article's evaluation (acceptance, rejection, or withdrawal). Payment only guarantees the initiation of the evaluation process.
Payment Method: Payment of the APC will be processed via a secure payment link provided by the platform after your manuscript has successfully completed peer review and been accepted for publication. Please use the following example link to make the payment: https://payment.example.com/journal-finance-management (this is an example link and should be replaced with the Journal's actual payment link).
Payment Deadline: The submission process is considered complete and the article will proceed to final publication only after confirmation of APC payment. Authors will be notified regarding the payment status and instructions.
No Waivers: The Journal of Finance and Management does not offer waivers for the Article Processing Charge.
8. Post-Submission
Tracking: Authors can monitor the status of their submission at any time through the OJS platform.
Communication: All communication regarding the manuscript will be conducted via the OJS system and the corresponding author's registered email address.
Editorial Decision: The editorial decision (acceptance, rejection, or request for revision) will be formally communicated through the platform.
Submission Preparation Checklist
All submissions must meet the following requirements.
This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
The manuscript is original and unpublished, having not been previously published or submitted for evaluation to another journal. Authors declare no simultaneous submission to any other publication.
Any research involving human subjects or animals was conducted in accordance with applicable ethical guidelines (with informed consent and ethics committee/IRB approval, when necessary).
An explicit conflict of interest statement has been included in the manuscript.
The file is in .doc or .docx (Microsoft Word) format.
The manuscript is written exclusively in English.
The font used is Times New Roman, 12pt size, with double spacing.
Margins are 1 inch (2.5 cm) on all sides.
The main body of the text (excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures) is up to 7,000 words.
The manuscript follows the standard structure: Title Page, Abstract and Keywords, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, (Acknowledgements - optional), Conflict of Interest Statement, and References.
The Title Page includes: Article title, full names of all authors, complete institutional affiliations, ORCID for ALL authors, and corresponding author's email.
The Abstract (max. 250 words) and 3-5 keywords are in English.
All references are formatted according to APA (American Psychological Association) 7th Edition style.
Tables and Figures are embedded within the text and, if necessary, ready to be submitted as high-resolution supplementary files.
All information that could identify the authors (names, affiliations, acknowledgements, etc.) has been REMOVED from the main body of the manuscript and the Word file properties.
References to previous works by the authors themselves have been cited in the third person or in a manner that does not reveal authorship.
The corresponding author is duly registered on the Journal's OJS platform.
All metadata has been carefully completed on the platform, including title, abstract, and keywords in English.
All authors have been added to the platform with their affiliations and correct ORCIDs.
The main manuscript file (anonymized) has been uploaded.
All supplementary files (figures, tables, etc.) have been uploaded in the correct step, including the proof of payment for the Article Processing Charge (APC).
The meta-analysis was included as a supplementary file.
Understands that the Article Processing Charge (APC) of US$ 89.00 is due at the time of submission.
Understands that the APC is non-refundable, regardless of the final publication status.
Understands that the Journal does not offer waivers for the APC.
