Waiver-Eligibility
1. Introduction
The "Journal of Management Science Research Review" (JMSRR) recognizes that unforeseen circumstances or exceptional situations may impact an author's ability to meet all manuscript submission and publication requirements. To address such situations, JMSRR offers a limited waiver program, providing flexibility in specific circumstances. This policy outlines the eligibility criteria and process for requesting a waiver.
2. Eligibility Criteria
Waivers may be granted for the following reasons:
- Medical emergencies: Serious illness, injury, or hospitalization of the author or immediate family member directly impacting the author's ability to complete the manuscript within the stipulated timeframe.
- Death: Death of the author or immediate family member significantly impacting the author's ability to fulfill submission or publication requirements.
- Natural disasters: Natural disasters directly affecting the author's location, hindering their ability to access resources or complete the manuscript on time.
- Professional obligations: Exceptional and unforeseen professional commitments, such as job change, relocation, or unexpected workload increase, significantly impacting the author's ability to meet submission deadlines.
- Visa or travel restrictions: Unexpected visa or travel restrictions preventing the author from attending necessary conferences or workshops related to the manuscript.
3. Exclusions
Waivers will not be granted for the following reasons:
- Negligence or lack of effort on the part of the author.
- Poor planning or time management issues.
- Minor inconveniences or challenges.
- Funding issues or lack of resources.
- Disagreements with editorial decisions or reviewer feedback.
4. Waiver Request Process
To request a waiver, authors must submit a formal written request to the JMSRR editorial office outlining the specific reason for the waiver and providing supporting documentation. The supporting documentation may include medical certificates, official documents related to natural disasters, professional appointment letters, visa rejection notices, etc.
The editorial board will review each waiver request on a case-by-case basis, considering the severity of the circumstances, supporting documentation, and potential impact on the review and publication process. The decision of the editorial board is final and binding.
5. Types of Waivers Offered
- Extension of submission deadline: The editorial board may grant a reasonable extension of the submission deadline for the manuscript.
- Expedited review process: In exceptional cases, the editorial board may prioritize the review of the manuscript to expedite the publication process.
- Reduced publication fees: For authors facing financial hardship due to unforeseen circumstances, the editorial board may consider a partial or full waiver of publication fees.
6. Communication and Transparency
JMSRR is committed to transparent communication with authors throughout the waiver request process. Authors will be notified of the editorial board's decision within a reasonable timeframe. If the waiver request is denied, the editorial board will provide feedback explaining the rationale behind the decision.