Information For Authors

Why Publish with JBESM?

The Journal of Business Ethics and Strategic Management (JBESM) offers authors a respected, professionally managed platform to disseminate high-quality research to a global academic audience. We are committed to supporting authors throughout the publication journey with transparent processes, constructive peer review, and rapid dissemination.

Key Benefits for Authors

Rigorous Double-Blind Peer Review All submissions undergo evaluation by at least two independent expert reviewers, ensuring that published work meets the highest standards of scholarly rigor, methodological soundness, and ethical integrity.

Rapid Editorial Process We respect your time. Our streamlined workflow delivers a first editorial decision within 21–28 days, with accepted manuscripts published online within 45–60 days of acceptance.

Global Visibility and Discoverability JBESM articles are indexed in Google Scholar, Crossref, ROAD, PKP Index, and BASE, with applications pending for Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science. Each article receives a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI), ensuring permanent accessibility and citability.

Open Access with Maximum Impact All articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing, enabling unrestricted access, sharing, and reuse. Open access maximizes readership, citations, and societal impact.

Fee Waivers for Developing Regions JBESM waives Article Processing Charges (APCs) for authors from South Asian countries (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan). For authors from other regions, a modest APC of USD 100 applies upon acceptance.

Author Retention of Copyright Authors retain copyright to their work while granting JBESM the right of first publication. You remain free to share, reuse, and build upon your research.

Scope and Article Types

JBESM welcomes submissions across the following thematic areas:

• Business Ethics, Moral Philosophy, and Organizational Values
• Corporate Social Responsibility and Stakeholder Engagement
• Corporate Governance, Board Effectiveness, and Executive Accountability
• Strategic Leadership and Competitive Dynamics
• Sustainable Business Strategy and ESG Integration
• Digital Marketing and Technology-Driven Innovation
• Big Data Analytics Capability and Data-Driven Decision-Making
• Artificial Intelligence Governance, Algorithmic Fairness, and AI Ethics
• Blockchain, IoT, and Emerging Technologies in Business
• Green Supply Chain Management and Responsible Sourcing
• Industry 5.0 and Human-Centric Manufacturing
• Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Enterprise
• Cross-Cultural Business Ethics and Global Strategy

Article Types Accepted:

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Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

General Formatting Requirements

• File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) or OpenDocument Format (.odt)
• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
• Spacing: Double-spaced throughout, including references
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
• Page Numbers: Consecutive numbering, bottom center
• Line Numbers: Continuous line numbering for peer review purposes
• Language: English (British or American spelling, applied consistently)

Title Page (Separate File)

The title page should be submitted as a separate file to facilitate blind review and must include:

• Full article title (concise, informative, maximum 20 words)
• Author names with academic degrees and ORCID iDs
• Institutional affiliations with complete addresses
• Corresponding author designation with email address and phone number
• Acknowledgments (funding sources, contributors, conflicts of interest)
• Word count (excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures)

Main Document (Anonymized)

The main manuscript file must be fully anonymized for blind review:

• Remove author names, affiliations, and any identifying information
• Replace self-citations with "[Author, Year]" or "[Removed for Blind Review]"
• Ensure document properties do not contain author information

Manuscript Structure

Research articles should generally follow this structure:

1. Abstract: Structured or unstructured, 200–300 words, summarizing purpose, methodology, findings, and implications
2. Keywords: 5–7 keywords, separated by semicolons
3. Introduction: Research context, problem statement, objectives, and contribution
4. Literature Review: Theoretical foundations and hypothesis development
5. Methodology: Research design, data collection, sample, and analytical approach
6. Results/Findings: Clear presentation of empirical or analytical results
7. Discussion: Interpretation of findings, theoretical and practical implications
8. Conclusion: Summary, limitations, and directions for future research
9. References: Complete reference list following APA 7th Edition
10. Appendices: Supplementary materials (if applicable)

Tables and Figures

• Tables and figures should be embedded within the text at appropriate locations
• Each table and figure must have a clear, descriptive title
• Tables should be editable (not images) with clear column and row headers
• Figures should be high resolution (minimum 300 dpi) in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format
• All tables and figures must be cited in the text

Reference Style

JBESM follows the American Psychological Association (APA) 7th Edition referencing style. Authors are strongly encouraged to use reference management software (Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote) to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Examples:

Journal Article: Sohu, J. M., & Zhen, L. (2024). How green HRM practices foster green competitive advantage through big data analytics capability. Kybernetes, 53(4), 1234–1256. https://doi.org/10.1108/K-06-2024-1433

Book: Belk, R. W. (2020). The Oxford handbook of consumption. Oxford University Press.

Book Chapter: Gilal, F. G., & Gilal, R. G. (2023). Consumer psychology and sustainable behavior. In A. Smith (Ed.), Handbook of sustainable marketing (pp. 45–72). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-12345-6_3

Submission Process

Step 1: Register and Log In Create an account on the JBESM submission portal at www.sohupub.com/jbesm. If you already have an account, simply log in.

Step 2: Start New Submission Navigate to "Make a Submission" and follow the five-step submission wizard:

1. Select article type and confirm compliance with submission checklist
2. Upload manuscript files (title page and anonymized main document)
3. Enter metadata (title, abstract, keywords, contributors)
4. Upload supplementary files (if applicable)
5. Confirm and complete submission

Step 3: Confirmation Upon successful submission, you will receive an automated confirmation email with your manuscript ID. Use this ID for all correspondence with the editorial office.

Step 4: Editorial Screening The Managing Editor conducts an initial screening for scope, quality, and formatting compliance. Manuscripts that do not meet basic requirements may be returned for revision or declined without peer review (desk rejection).

Step 5: Peer Review Manuscripts passing initial screening are assigned to an Associate Editor who manages the double-blind peer review process. Reviewers are selected based on expertise and availability.

Step 6: Editorial Decision Based on reviewer recommendations, the Editor-in-Chief issues one of the following decisions:

• Accept: Manuscript accepted for publication as submitted
• Minor Revisions: Acceptance subject to minor corrections (no re-review)
• Major Revisions: Substantial revisions required; revised manuscript will undergo re-review
• Reject and Resubmit: Manuscript declined but may be resubmitted as a new submission after significant revision
• Reject: Manuscript declined; resubmission not encouraged

Step 7: Revision and Resubmission Authors receiving revision decisions must submit a revised manuscript along with a detailed response letter addressing each reviewer comment point-by-point.

Step 8: Copyediting and Production Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting, typesetting, and proofreading. Authors will receive galley proofs for final approval before publication.

Step 9: Publication The final article is published online with a unique DOI and included in the next available issue.

Submission Checklist

Before submitting, please ensure:

• The manuscript has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere
• The manuscript file is in .docx or .odt format
• The main document is fully anonymized for blind review
• The title page (separate file) includes all author information and acknowledgments
• The abstract is 200–300 words with 5–7 keywords
• References follow APA 7th Edition style
• All tables and figures are embedded and properly labeled
• Ethical approvals and informed consent statements are included (if applicable)
• Funding sources and conflicts of interest are disclosed
• All authors have read and approved the final manuscript

Publication Ethics

JBESM adheres to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all authors to uphold the highest standards of research and publication integrity.

Originality and Plagiarism Submissions must represent original work. Plagiarism in any form—including self-plagiarism, duplicate publication, and text recycling—is strictly prohibited. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software (iThenticate/Turnitin).

Authorship and Contributorship All individuals listed as authors must have made substantial contributions to the work. Ghost authorship (omitting contributors) and gift authorship (including non-contributors) are unacceptable. We recommend following the ICMJE or CRediT authorship guidelines.

Conflicts of Interest Authors must disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Research Involving Human Subjects Studies involving human participants must comply with the Declaration of Helsinki and applicable institutional and national regulations. Authors must confirm that informed consent was obtained and that ethical approval was granted by an appropriate committee.

Data Availability Authors are encouraged to make research data available in public repositories where appropriate. Data availability statements should be included in the manuscript.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

JBESM operates on a sustainable open-access model with modest Article Processing Charges applied upon acceptance:

APCs are payable only after final acceptance and before publication. No fees are charged for submission, peer review, or rejection.

Payment Methods:

• Bank Transfer (details provided upon acceptance)
• Online Payment via PayPal or Stripe

Waiver Requests: Authors facing genuine financial hardship may request an APC waiver by contacting the editorial office with a brief justification. Waiver decisions are made by the Editor-in-Chief on a case-by-case basis.

Copyright and Licensing

JBESM uses the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

Under this license:

• Authors retain copyright to their work
• Anyone may share, copy, and redistribute the material in any medium or format
• Anyone may adapt, remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, including commercially
• Appropriate credit must be given, and any changes must be indicated

Upon acceptance, authors will be asked to sign a License Agreement granting JBESM the right of first publication while retaining full copyright ownership.

Contact for Author Inquiries

For questions about submissions, manuscript preparation, or editorial processes, please contact:

Email: editor@sohupub.com Phone: +92 333 604 3150 Website: www.sohupub.com