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Journal of Innovation and Business Strategy (JIBS)

Peer-Reviewed | Open Access | Quarterly Publication

About the Journal
The Journal of Innovation and Business Strategy (JIBS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original research and critical reviews in business and management. JIBS focuses on fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and the application of advanced business strategies in an evolving global landscape. The journal provides a platform for academics, researchers, and professionals to contribute impactful findings and analyses that advance knowledge and practice in modern business strategies.

Aims and Scope
JIBS publishes high-quality research in various domains, including:

  • Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Strategic Management and Leadership
  • Consumer Behavior and Marketing Strategies
  • Financial Management and Corporate Governance
  • Human Resource Development and Organizational Behavior
  • Technological Integration in Business Strategy
  • E-Commerce, Digital Transformation, and Business Analytics

The journal welcomes contributions from both academia and industry professionals, ensuring a balance between theoretical exploration and practical application.

Article Selection Process
JIBS implements a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to uphold the highest academic standards. Each manuscript undergoes:

  1. Initial Screening: Evaluation by the editorial team for relevance, originality, and adherence to the journal’s scope.
  2. Expert Review: Two or more independent reviewers assess the manuscript’s methodological rigor, originality, and contribution to the field.
  3. Feedback and Revisions: Reviewers provide constructive feedback, and authors are invited to make necessary improvements.
  4. Final Decision: The editorial board makes the final decision on acceptance based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the quality of revisions.

Publication Frequency
JIBS is published quarterly (March, June, October, and December) and accepts submissions in English to ensure accessibility to an international audience.

Open Access and Licensing Policy
JIBS is committed to open access, ensuring free and immediate access to all published articles. All content is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). This license allows users to share and adapt articles for non-commercial purposes, provided proper credit is given to the authors.

Submission Guidelines

  • Format: Single-spaced on A4 paper, 12-15 pages (including references).
  • References: Minimum 30 references, 80% from recent journal articles (last 5 years) and 20% from books (last 10 years), with active DOIs.
  • Reference Management: Use software such as Mendeley or Zotero.
  • Language: Articles must be written in English.

Article Structure

  1. Title: Maximum 12 words.
  2. Authors: Full names without academic titles, including affiliations and email addresses.
  3. Abstract: 130-150 words summarizing research background, methodology, and key findings.
  4. Keywords: 3-5 keywords or phrases, separated by semicolons.
  5. Main Sections:
    • Introduction
    • Literature Review and Hypotheses (if applicable)
    • Research Methodology
    • Results and Discussion
    • Conclusion and Implications
  6. References: Alphabetically arranged with complete citation details.

Ethics and Declaration
Authors must adhere to ethical publishing standards and submit an Author Declaration Form covering ethics, plagiarism, conflict of interest, and copyright compliance. The maximum acceptable similarity index is 20%, excluding bibliographic data.

Repository Deposit Policy
JIBS encourages authors to deposit manuscripts in institutional or other repositories:

  • Accepted Manuscripts: May be deposited without restrictions.
  • Published Articles: May be deposited after publication.
  • Submitted Versions: Depositing accepted or published versions is recommended for broader dissemination.

Contact Information
For further information, submission guidelines, or inquiries, please visit the JIBS online platform or contact the editorial office.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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