Publication Ethics

Introduction:

"Journal of Management Science Research Review" (JMSRR) is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in scholarly publishing. This policy outlines the expectations for authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication process. It is based on the principles of integrity, transparency, and fairness, and adheres to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Responsibilities of Authors:

• Originality and Authorship: Authors must ensure the originality of their work and that all co-authors have made significant contributions to the research and manuscript. Plagiarism or self-plagiarism will not be tolerated.
• Research Ethics: Authors must adhere to ethical research practices, including obtaining informed consent from participants and following relevant research regulations.
• Data Integrity and Reporting: Authors must present their data accurately and without manipulation. All findings and interpretations should be supported by evidence.
• Confidentiality: Authors must maintain the confidentiality of data and participants, unless explicitly authorized to disclose information.
• Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as financial or personal relationships, that could influence their research or its interpretation.
• Authorship Disputes: Any disputes regarding authorship should be resolved promptly and collaboratively.

Responsibilities of Reviewers:

• Objectivity and Expertise: Reviewers should provide objective and constructive feedback based on their expertise in the relevant field. Personal opinions or bias should not influence the review.
• Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat the manuscript and any associated information as confidential. They should not discuss the manuscript with anyone except the editor and other authorized individuals.
• Timeliness: Reviewers should provide thoughtful reviews within the agreed-upon timeframe.
• Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as personal or professional relationships with the authors or their institutions.

Responsibilities of Editors:

• Editorial Independence: Editors are responsible for making publication decisions based on the scientific merit of the manuscript and the journal's scope, without interference from publishers or sponsors.
• Fairness and Transparency: Editors should ensure a fair and transparent peer-review process. They should select qualified reviewers and strive for diversity in the reviewer pool.
• Handling Misconduct: Editors are responsible for investigating and addressing allegations of misconduct, such as plagiarism, fabrication, or falsification. They should follow COPE guidelines for resolving such cases.
• Confidentiality: Editors must keep reviewer identities and manuscript information confidential.
• Retraction Policy: Editors have the authority to retract or correct published articles if serious errors or ethical violations are identified.