Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By submitting a manuscript, registering as an author, reviewer, or reader, or using the services of the Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.

2. Scope of the Journal

JSMI publishes original, high-quality scholarly work in strategic management, innovation, entrepreneurship, business administration, public policy, leadership, and related interdisciplinary fields. The Editorial Board reserves the right to determine whether a submission falls within the journal's scope.

3. Originality of Manuscripts

Authors must ensure that:

  • The submitted manuscript is original and has not been published previously.
  • The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal or publisher.
  • All data, findings, and conclusions presented are accurate and authentic.
  • Appropriate citations and references are provided for all sources used.

4. Authorship Responsibility

All listed authors must have made a significant scholarly contribution to the research and approve the final version of the manuscript before submission. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors have reviewed and consented to the submission.

5. Peer Review Process

All eligible manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer-review process. Editorial decisions are based on reviewers' recommendations, scientific merit, originality, and relevance to the journal's scope. The Editor-in-Chief's decision on publication is final.

6. Publication Ethics

JSMI maintains the highest standards of publication ethics. The journal does not tolerate:

  • Plagiarism
  • Data fabrication or falsification
  • Duplicate or redundant publication
  • Citation manipulation
  • Undisclosed conflicts of interest
  • Any form of academic misconduct

Confirmed violations may result in rejection, retraction, notification of affiliated institutions, or other appropriate actions.

7. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright to their work while granting JSMI a non-exclusive license to publish, archive, and distribute the accepted manuscript. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to use copyrighted material owned by third parties.

8. Open Access Policy

Where applicable, articles published by JSMI are made freely accessible to readers under the journal's Open Access Policy. Authors should review the journal's licensing terms before publication.

9. Article Processing Charges

Any submission, review, publication, or article processing charges (if applicable) will be clearly communicated to authors before publication. Payment of applicable fees does not guarantee acceptance for publication.

10. Editorial Independence

The Editorial Board maintains complete independence in editorial decision-making. Acceptance or rejection of manuscripts is based solely on academic quality, originality, ethical compliance, and relevance to the journal.

11. Corrections and Retractions

JSMI reserves the right to publish corrections, expressions of concern, or retract published articles where significant errors, ethical breaches, or research misconduct are identified.

12. Confidentiality

Editors and reviewers shall maintain strict confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and shall not disclose or use unpublished material for personal advantage.

13. Author Responsibilities

Authors agree to:

  • Respond promptly to editorial correspondence.
  • Submit revisions within the requested timeframe.
  • Cooperate during copyediting and proofreading.
  • Approve publication proofs before final publication.
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest or funding sources.

14. Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers agree to:

  • Conduct objective, fair, and timely reviews.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Declare any conflicts of interest.
  • Provide constructive recommendations that improve manuscript quality.

15. Limitation of Liability

JSMI, its Editorial Board, reviewers, publishers, and affiliated institutions shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from the use of published information. Opinions expressed in published articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the journal.

16. Privacy

Personal information submitted to JSMI, including names, email addresses, and institutional affiliations, will be used solely for editorial and publication purposes and handled in accordance with the journal's Privacy Policy.

17. Changes to These Terms

JSMI reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated versions will be published on the journal's official website and become effective upon publication.

18. Governing Principles

These Terms and Conditions shall be interpreted in accordance with internationally recognized principles of scholarly publishing, publication ethics, and academic integrity.

19. Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms and Conditions should be directed to the Editorial Office of the Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) using the official contact details provided on the journal's website.