Submissions

Author Guidelines

International Journal Administration, Business & Organization (IJABO) publishes original, unpublished studies related to management, marketing, business, and public administration. Each paper has to have a certain format in order to be published in the journal. IJABO article masters can be downloaded here (Template of IJABO). All submissions will be initially assessed by the editor for suitability for the journal. Papers deemed suitable are then typically sent to two independent expert reviewers to assess the scientific quality of the paper. Reviewers are expected to respond in 30 days. The Editor is responsible for the final decision regarding acceptance or rejection of articles. The Editor's decision is final. 

1. Language and submission channel

Since April 2025, IJABO accepts manuscripts written exclusively in English. Either American or British English spelling is acceptable, provided it is used consistently throughout the manuscript.

All submissions must be made through the IJABO Submissions platform. Manuscripts sent by email will not be considered. The entire process — submission, tracking, editorial communication, peer review — is conducted exclusively through the online platform. Registration and login are required.

2. Manuscript types

IJABO publishes three types of manuscripts. Select the type before writing and follow the length and reference limits for that category. Word counts exclude abstract, tables, figures, captions, and references.

3. Required submission documents

Each submission comprises two separate documents:

1. Original manuscript in Word or Docx format.
2. Maximum similarity result of 20% in Pdf format.

4. Text Formatting Rules

The following are general rules regarding the style and format of scientific articles that must be followed:

1. Language: Articles can be submitted only in English.
2. Text editor: Word (.doc or .docx format).
3. Paper: A4 (210 mm x 297 mm).
4. Margins: Top 1 cm; bottom 2.75 cm; left and right 3 cm.
5. Font: Times New Roman, size 12pt (except for abstract, tables, and references).
6. Spacing: Single space (1 cm) between lines.
7. Header: After the first page, header contains the author's name arranged according to the following rules a) 1 author - [First Name], [Last Name]; b) 2 authors - [Last Name Author 1] and [Last Name Author 2]; c) more than 2 authors: [Last Name Author 1 et al.]
8. Paragraphs: Justified alignment, except for tables and figures. No indentation in the first paragraph of each new section and for the next paragraph using indentation of 1.27 cm beyond the normal margin.
9. Section and subsection: Section and subsection should not use numerical numbering. Furthermore, when discussing the text in general, it is recommended not to use numbering (1, 2, 3, a, b, c, etc.) or bulleted lists with symbols. Instead, replace them with sentences.
10. Abbreviations: Abbreviations must be explained when they first appear and must be used consistently until the end of the article.
11. Table: The table must have a caption (title) explaining the meaning or intention of the table.
    ● Tables should be numbered in the order of presentation (Table 1, Table 2, etc.)
    ● The table’s title is written above the table in title case and centered position (center justified).
    ● The distance between the table’s title and the contents uses spacing after 6pt.
    ● The font size used is 10pt for both table’s titles and table content.
    ● There is no bold or colored print.
    ● Table content is written on align top left.
    ● There are no perpendicular lines in the table.
    ● The table must include sources at the bottom.
    ● Tables must be clearly legible and screenshots are not permitted.
    ● Tables must be referenced and referenced in the text.
12. Figures: All illustrations, whether diagrams or photographs, are referred to as Figures.
    ● The figures must have a caption (title) explaining the meaning or intention of the figures.
    ● Figures should be numbered in the order of presentation (Figures 1, Figures 2, etc.)
    ● The figure's title is written in the title case and placed below the figure in the middle position.
    ● The font used in the figure title is 10pt.
    ● Present the graph in 2D (not 3D), without shadows or other effects, and without gridlines.
    ● The figures must include sources at the bottom.
    ● Figures must be clearly legible.
    ● If the image displayed is a graph, the manuscript must include analysis and significance of the data displayed for the research activities carried out, and be cited (mentioned) in the analysis description.
13. Pagination: Include the number of pages (in Arabic numerals) in the lower left corner.
14. Citations: Use citation formatting in accordance with the APA 7th edition style (using the author-date system).
15. References: The list of references must be presented at the end of the paper.
    ● References are written in Times New Roman font, size 10 pt, single spacing, and justified alignment.
    ● References should be formatted using the APA 7th edition style.
    ● References must be organized alphabetically based on the author’s last name (and chronologically when applicable).
    ● Ensure that All references mentioned in the Reference List are cited in the text, and vice versa.
    ● It is highly recommended to use references that have been published within the last 10 years.
    ● It is recommended to use a reference management tool.
    ● Authors are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the references.
    ● Examples of complete citation and reference writing can be found in this link.

5. Textual Structure

The following are the rules related to each part of a scientific article that must be followed:

1. Title: must be presented on the first page, title case style, Times New Roman font, size 14pt, in bold, and single space. The title should be as short as possible with no uncommon abbreviations or acronyms. Title does not exceed 3 (three) lines.
2. Author’s profile: all authors should be listed in the column provided, up to a maximum of 4 people. The author's profile should be written in Times New Roman using 12pt font for the author’s name and 10pt font for the affiliation, country, and email address. The corresponding author must be clearly indicated with a superscript asterisk symbol (*). The name of the author should be named in full without academic titles. 
3. Journal of Economic Literature (JEL) classifications codes: must be filled in by the author based on the relevance to the topic of the article. Visit the JEL Codes Guide to see the code. Each manuscript must contain 2-4 JEL codes.
4. Abstract: should be written in Times New Roman font, 10pt, single spacing, and justified alignment. The word 'ABSTRACT' as the title is written with uppercase. Unstructured single paragraph. No citations, no abbreviations. Must state: (a) objective and research question; (b) methods; (c) key findings; (d) conclusions and implications. Statistical figures do not need to be included in the abstract, simply state their meaning. Abstract must be written no more than 250 words. 
5. Abstract’s keywords:  must be in 3 - 5 words/phrases which should be a subset of the title. Keywords should be written as title case and using semicolons (;) as separators.
6. Body text: must include introduction, literature review, research method, research results, discussion, conclusion and references. If there is any acknowledgement, you can add it before the references. The order and naming of this body text must not be changed or removed.
7. Introduction: should briefly place the study in a broad context and highlight why it is important. It must provide a concise and accurate overview of the current state of the research field, supported by key references, and highlight any existing controversies or divergent hypotheses. This section should also present the state of the art, conduct a gap analysis to identify limitations in existing knowledge or solutions, and clarify the novelty of the present work. The introduction should conclude with a brief statement of the study’s main objective and its principal contributions. Throughout, the writing should remain clear and accessible to researchers from other disciplines, avoiding unnecessary technical jargon and overly general literature reviews. Expected length: 500–800 words.
8. Literature review: should discuss the past theoretical and empirical studies which become the basis of the current studies. The authors are encouraged to review recent articles and from reputable journals. Where applicable, model and hypothesis development should be developed and presented. Expected length: 800-1500 words.
9. Research method: should be described with sufficient details to allow others to replicate and build on published results. New methods and protocols should be described in detail while well-established methods can be briefly described and appropriately cited. Expected length: 800-1200 words.
10. Research results: should be arranged in logical order to form a story. The content presents facts/data and does not discuss the results. Tables and images may be used, but there is no need to re-explain the same data in images, tables, and text. To clarify the explanation, you can use subsection. Expected length: 800-1500 words.
11. Discussion: contains basic explanation, relationship, and generalizations shown by the results. The description must answer the research questions. If there are doubtful results then present them objectively. Expected length: 800-1500 words.
12. Conclusions: contains the facts obtained, sufficiently answers the problem, or research objective (do not constitute further discussion). The conclusion should state any possible applications, implications, and relevant speculation. If necessary, provide suggestions for further research. State the conclusion in a single sentence in paragraph form, not in numbered form. In conclusion there should be no references. Expected length: 300-500 words.
13. Acknowledgement (if any): should properly recognize individuals or organizations that contributed to the manuscript’s development but do not meet the criteria for authorship. This includes acknowledging support in areas such as general supervision, funding acquisition, technical assistance, and editorial contributions. 
14. References: must come from at least 10 sources and should be formatted using the APA 7th edition style. It is highly recommended to use references that have been published within the last 10 years. Only references cited within the text should be included.

Section Policy

Articles

Research Papers 

The Research Papers section is dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research articles that contribute new and significant knowledge to the field of business and public administration or management. This section aims to promote the advancement of knowledge through rigorous empirical, theoretical, and methodological studies.

Objectives and Scope

The primary objective of this section is to provide a forum for the dissemination high-quality research in the field of all areas of administration or management fields (see subject coverage). Articles should address a wide range of topics related to business and public administration, including but not limited to management or business theories, management practices and strategies, the impact on organizational performance and other contemporary organization management related issues.

Acceptance Criteria

To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:

1. Originality: The work must be original and unpublished, not having been previously published or under consideration in other journals.
2. Relevance: The topic addressed must be relevant and of interest to the academic and professional community of  all areas of administration or management fields.
3. Methodological Rigor: A high level of methodological rigor and critical analysis is expected in the presented research.
4. Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge, either through the development of new theories, innovative practices, or novel methodologies.
5. Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.

Manuscript Structure and Guidelines

Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic research articles, including the following sections:

1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions.
3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
4. Introduction: Context of the study, research problem, objectives, and relevance of the work.
5. Literature Review: Critical analysis of existing literature, identifying gaps and justifying the need for the study.
6. Methodology: Detailed description of the research design, data collection and analysis methods, and justification of methodological choices.
7. Results: Clear and concise presentation of findings, supported by tables and figures when necessary.
8. Discussion: Interpretation of results in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and study limitations.
9. Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research.
10. References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.

Word Count and References

Research Papers should be concrete, concise, and not exceed 8,000 words, with approximately 30 references (suggestion).

Review Papers 

Review Papers are articles that provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the existing literature on a specific topic within the field of all areas of administration or management fields. (see subject coverage). These articles synthesize findings from previous research, identify trends, knowledge gaps, and propose new directions for future research. Reviews may encompass both narrative reviews and systematic reviews, including meta-analyses.

Objectives and Scope

The primary objective of this section is to publish high-quality reviews that integrate and synthesize existing knowledge in the field of all areas of administration or management fields. Articles should offer a comprehensive overview of a topic, highlight important advances, and identify opportunities for future research. This section accepts reviews addressing relevant theories, methodologies, practices, and empirical studies.

Acceptance Criteria

To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:

1. Comprehensiveness: The review must comprehensively cover the relevant literature on the topic.
2. Relevance: The topic addressed must be pertinent and of interest to the academic and professional community of all areas of administration or management fields.
3. Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and synthesis of the reviewed literature is expected.
4. Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge by providing new perspectives and suggestions for future research.
5. Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.

Manuscript Structure and Guidelines

Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic review articles, including the following sections:

1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, approach, main findings, and conclusions.
3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
4. Introduction: Context of the study, review objectives, and relevance of the topic.
5. Methods: Description of the approach used to select and analyze the literature (especially important for systematic reviews and meta-analyses).
6. Findings: Critical analysis and synthesis of findings from previous research.
7. Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, identification of gaps, and suggestions for future research.
8. Conclusions: Summary of main findings and study contributions.
9. References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.

Word Count and References

Review Papers should not exceed 9,000 words and 50 references (suggestion).

Case Studies

Case Studies are articles that provide a detailed and in-depth analysis of specific situations, events, or phenomena in all areas of administration or management fields.(see subject coverage). These studies focus on practical, real-world examples to extract lessons, identify challenges, and propose innovative solutions. Case Studies are valuable for connecting theory with practice and providing practical insights to professionals and academics.

Objectives and Scope

The primary objective of this section is to publish case studies that offer a detailed understanding of the application of management/administration theories and practices in real-world contexts. Articles should present critical analyses and reflections on how organizations manage performance, the challenges faced, and the solutions implemented. Case studies from various sectors, regions, and organization sizes are accepted.

Acceptance Criteria

To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:

1. Practical Relevance: The case study must address a relevant topic of interest to the academic and professional community of all areas of administration or management fields.
2. Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and reflection on the presented facts is expected.
3. Contribution: The article must offer valuable insights and practical lessons that can be applied in other contexts.
4. Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.
5. Evidence and Documentation: Studies must be well-documented, providing solid evidence to support the conclusions.

Manuscript Structure and Guidelines

Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic case studies, including the following sections:

1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, context, main findings, and conclusions.
3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
4. Introduction: Context of the study, objectives, and relevance of the analyzed case.
5. Case Context: Detailed description of the organizational context, including industry, environment, and involved actors.
6. Methodology: Description of the approach and methods used to collect and analyze case information.
7. Case Analysis: Detailed presentation of key events, decisions, processes, and outcomes of the case.
8. Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and lessons learned.
9. Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research and practice.
10. References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.

Word Count and References

Case Studies should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words, with a maximum of 30 references (suggestion).