Author Guidelines

Article Types Accepted 

JINA accepts the following article types, covering diverse scholarly contributions across Management, Social Sciences, Humanities, and interdisciplinary fields within the journal’s scope:

a) Research Papers:  Research Articles present original research conducted by the authors. They may employ qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, historical, textual, interpretive, experimental, observational, or other appropriate research approaches.

Research Articles may include, but are not limited to:

  • Empirical investigations and data-driven studies
  • Qualitative and quantitative research
  • Historical, archival, textual, or interpretive studies
  • Case-based and comparative research
  • Development or testing of theories, models, or frameworks
  • Action, applied, or practice-oriented research
  • Interdisciplinary research

Manuscripts should demonstrate methodological or analytical rigor, clearly explain the research process, and make a meaningful contribution to knowledge.

b) Review Papers: Review Articles provide a critical and integrative examination of existing scholarship on a clearly defined topic within the journal’s scope. Reviews should go beyond description or simple summarisation and provide analytical insight into the state of knowledge.

JINA welcomes: Systematic reviews, Scoping reviews, Narrative and integrative reviews, Bibliometric or science-mapping reviews, and Critical and thematic reviews.

Review Articles should identify major themes, developments, debates, limitations, and knowledge gaps and should demonstrate how the review advances understanding of the field.

c) Conceptual/Theoretical Papers: Conceptual or Theoretical papers develop, extend, integrate, or critically examine concepts, theories, models, frameworks, or scholarly arguments. They may propose new conceptual frameworks, theoretical propositions, philosophical arguments, or alternative interpretations of existing knowledge.

Such articles should demonstrate a strong theoretical foundation, logical coherence, critical engagement with the literature, and a clear contribution to scholarship. Empirical data are not necessarily required.

d) Analytical Case Study: An analytical case study describes practical interventions or experiences within organisations, including real or hypothetical cases used for teaching or learning purposes. Submissions should:

  • Provide a clear background outlining key organisational issues.
  • Present analysis, management strategies, and possible solutions.
  • Highlight lessons learned and insights applicable to practice.
  • Explain any corrections, ambiguities, or inconsistencies logically.

The focus is on practical relevance and critical analysis rather than reporting original research data.

Manuscript Structure  

Submissions must include the following elements, in order:

A) Manuscript Structure - Social Sciences

Submissions must include the following elements, particularly for any empirical research article, in order:

  • Title Page
    Include the article title only. Should be specific, concise (no more than 15 to 20 words), and contain relevant keywords. Avoid jargon and abbreviations. Do not list author names or affiliations to maintain anonymity for peer review. 

  • Abstract (150 words)
    The abstract should be written as a single paragraph without subheadings and must concisely present the essential elements of the study in a logical sequence. It should briefly include the purpose, method, key findings, implications, and originality/value of the study within the specified word limit. 

  • Keywords (3-6)
    Include key terms that reflect the focus of your study.  Should be listed in alphabetical order, with the first keyword capitalised and the remaining in lowercase unless they are proper nouns. 

  • Introduction
    State the research problem, articulate the study’s purpose, and explain its significance

  • Literature Review
    Synthesize current research related to your topic. Identify the theoretical foundations and gaps your study addresses.

  • Methodology
    Describe the research design (precise one, e.g., a case study, a survey research, an experimental research, a convergent mixed methods, etc), participants, data collection tools, and procedures in sufficient detail to ensure reproducibility. 

  • Results and Analysis 
    Present the key findings of the study using text, tables, and/or figures, clearly organized and free of interpretation. Max 2-3 tables, 1-2 figures

  • Discussion
    Interpret the results in relation to the research questions, existing literature, and implications for practice or future research.

  • Conclusion and Implications
    Conclusion and Implications section should synthesise the study’s key findings, outcomes, and scholarly contribution, provide clear takeaways for readers, and, where relevant, highlight its theoretical, practical, societal, or policy implications.

  • Limitations and Future Research 
    Acknowledge limitations and discuss their potential impact on interpretation and generalizability. Offer specific, actionable directions for future research.

  • References (APA 7th Edition)
    List only sources cited in the text, formatted according to APA 7th edition guidelines, and arranged alphabetically.

  • Tables and Figures
    Include relevant visual data with clear titles and captions. Ensure figures are high resolution (300 dpi) and tables are editable.

  • Acknowledgments (if applicable)
    Briefly disclose any conflicts of interest, sources of funding, and acknowledgements of individuals or institutions that contributed to or supported the research.

  • Supplementary Information 
    Describe any supplementary material published online alongside the manuscript (figures, tables, videos, spreadsheets, etc.). Please indicate the name and title of each element as follows: Figure S1: title; Table S1: title, etc.   
  • Author(s) Contributions
    Each author(s) must have made a substantial contribution to the study, including conceptualisation, design, data acquisition, analysis, interpretation, or drafting/revising the manuscript, and must have approved the submitted version. Author(s) also agree to be accountable for their contributions and for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the work. For multi-authored manuscripts, author(s) must provide a brief statement specifying each author's individual contribution using the following format: Example:
     “Conceptualisation, X.X. and Y.Y.; Methodology, X.X.; Software, X.X.; Validation, X.X., Y.Y., and Z.Z.; Formal Analysis, X.X.; Investigation, X.X.; Resources, X.X.; Data Curation, X.X.; Writing – Original Draft, X.X.; Writing – Review & Editing, X.X.; Visualisation, X.X.; Supervision, X.X.; Project Administration, X.X.”
  • Author's Bio 
    Provide a brief academic biography of approximately 70-80 words, including the author's current position, institutional affiliation, academic background, research interests, and relevant scholarly or professional experience. 

  • AI Tools Statement (if applicable)
    Authors may use generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly, QuillBot) responsibly to support idea generation, language refinement, and formatting. Any use of AI must be disclosed clearly in the acknowledgment section and must not compromise academic integrity or originality. See sample acknowledgment here: 

    The authors used generative AI tools (ChatGPT, OpenAI; Grammarly) to assist with language editing and formatting during the manuscript preparation process. These tools were partially used to strengthen research content, analyze data, or draw conclusions. All ideas, interpretations, and findings are the original work of the authors.

    B) Manuscript Structure - Humanities 

    Humanities manuscripts should be structured according to the nature of the research, argument, sources, and disciplinary conventions. The headings below provide a recommended framework rather than a rigid structure; authors may combine, rename, reorder, or adapt sections where appropriate to suit the scholarly requirements of their manuscript. Detailed requirements are provided in the Author Guidelines.

    Title

    The title should be concise, informative, and accurately reflect the central topic, argument, text, phenomenon, or research problem of the manuscript.

    Abstract

    The abstract should concisely present the research problem or topic, purpose or central argument, approach or sources, principal findings or insights, and the scholarly significance or contribution of the study.

    Keywords

    Provide 3–5 relevant keywords representing the central themes, concepts, subjects, or disciplinary focus of the manuscript.

    Introduction

    The Introduction should establish the intellectual context, research problem or central question, purpose or argument, significance, and originality of the study.

    Scholarly Context and Literature

    This section should critically engage with relevant scholarship, establish the intellectual context of the study, and identify significant debates, perspectives, gaps, or unresolved issues relevant to the research.

    Research Approach and Sources

    Authors should clearly explain the approach, sources, materials, or evidence used to develop and substantiate the study. The structure and terminology of this section may vary according to the disciplinary and methodological nature of the research.

    Analysis and Argument

    This section should present the principal analysis and develop the central argument through appropriate evidence, interpretation, critical engagement, and disciplinary perspectives. Authors may organise the analysis under thematic, chronological, textual, theoretical, or other appropriate subheadings.

    Discussion

    Where appropriate, authors should interpret the principal insights of the study in relation to existing scholarship and articulate its originality, significance, and contribution to the relevant field. Analysis and discussion may be combined where appropriate.

    Conclusion

    The Conclusion should synthesise the central argument, principal insights, and scholarly contribution of the study, providing a clear and meaningful takeaway for readers. Broader implications may be discussed where relevant.

    Limitations and Future Research

    Where applicable, authors should acknowledge relevant limitations and identify directions for further scholarly inquiry. This section is not mandatory where such considerations are not meaningful to the nature of the study.

    Work Cited

    Should follow the latest MLA guidelines for in-text citations, quotations, and the Works Cited list

    Additional Information

    Where applicable, authors should provide statements concerning conflicts of interest, funding, acknowledgements, supplementary materials, author contributions, author biography, and AI use disclosure, in accordance with JINA's relevant policies.

 

Note: The detailed manuscript structure is provided in the attached document.  

Formatting Requirements

  • Referencing Style: Manuscripts must follow APA 7th Edition throughout, including in-text citations, references, tables, and figures.

  • Manuscript File: Submit the manuscript in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). PDF files should not be submitted as the main manuscript.

  • Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with single spacing and 1-inch margins on all sides.

  • Tables and Figures: Tables should use Times New Roman, 11-point font, and single spacing. Tables and figures should be numbered consecutively and appropriately titled and cited in the text.

  • Word Count: Full-length articles should contain 5,000–7,500 words, excluding the reference list and supplementary materials.

  • Author Limit: A manuscript may have a maximum of six authors.

  • Corresponding Author: For manuscripts with two or more authors, one author must be clearly designated as the corresponding author during submission.

  • Anonymization: Because the journal follows a double-blind peer-review process, the manuscript file must contain no identifying information, including author names, affiliations, email addresses, acknowledgements, or other information that could reveal the authors’ identities.

  • Headings: Use the APA 7th Edition heading levels consistently throughout the manuscript. 

  • Language: Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise, and grammatically correct academic English.

Upload Instructions

  • Main Manuscript: Single file (no author details, Word file, NO PDFs), include Tables and Figures at the end of the document or wherever they are applicable. Each figure is a JPG or PNG file (300 dpi).

Online Submission Metadata

Enter the following in the system:

  • Title of the paper

  • Abstract

  • Author details: Name, affiliation, country, brief bio

  • Corresponding author

  • Keywords 

  • Full reference list (copy from the document)

Peer Review & Copyright

  • All submissions undergo double-blind peer review.

  • Authors must agree to the journal’s copyright license upon submission.

After Submission

Authors will receive an automated confirmation email containing a manuscript ID. This manuscript ID will be referenced in all future correspondence. If you suspect that the confirmation email is unauthorised or fraudulent, please contact the journal editorial office immediately for verification.

Post- Submission Activities 

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening to assess their alignment with the journal’s aims and scope, submission requirements, ethical standards, and overall scholarly presentation. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be declined or returned to the authors before peer review.

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers for double-blind peer review, whereby the identities of both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. Reviewers assess the manuscript’s originality, methodological rigor, theoretical or practical contribution, clarity, and relevance to the field.

Based on the reviewers’ evaluations and the editor’s assessment, the corresponding author will be notified of one of the following decisions: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.

The journal aims to provide a first editorial decision within approximately 30–45 days of submission, although the actual timeframe may vary depending on the review process.

Authors can monitor the progress of their manuscripts through the online submission system. All official correspondence should include the manuscript ID assigned at the time of submission.

Manuscript Transfer Service

JINA offers a voluntary manuscript recommendation service to assist authors whose submissions are not suitable for publication due to scope, focus, or strategic alignment. At the editorial team’s discretion, authors may receive guidance on alternative journals that better match their research, without any implication of endorsement or acceptance. The service is free of charge, does not influence editorial decisions, and does not affect authors’ ability to submit future manuscripts to JINA.

Proofing and Typesetting

The manuscript will undergo editorial checks, copyediting, and typesetting before galley proofs are sent to the corresponding author for review. This stage allows authors to correct typographical or grammatical errors and verify author details. Requests to rework or rewrite the manuscript cannot be accommodated at this stage.

Support

For authors seeking editing support, professional services are available through Star Scholars Press Editing Services. Contact: publications@starscholars.org

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