International Journal of Management

The International Journal of Management (IJM) values the essential contribution of reviewers in maintaining the quality, integrity, and credibility of scholarly publishing. Reviewers play a vital role in evaluating the originality, scientific merit, and overall quality of submitted manuscripts while supporting authors through constructive and objective feedback.

Single-Blind Peer Review

IJM follows a single-blind peer review process. In this review model, reviewers are aware of the identities of the authors, while the identities of the reviewers remain confidential throughout the editorial process. This ensures an independent, objective, and unbiased evaluation of each manuscript.

All manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo an initial editorial screening before being assigned to at least two independent reviewers with expertise relevant to the manuscript's subject area.

Role of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

• Evaluate the originality, significance, and relevance of the research.
• Assess the quality of the research methodology, data analysis, and interpretation of results.
• Determine whether the manuscript fits the aims and scope of the journal.
• Provide clear, constructive, objective, and evidence-based comments to help authors improve their work.
• Recommend one of the editorial decisions: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
• Complete the review within the agreed review period.
• Maintain confidentiality of all manuscript information before, during, and after the review process.
• Declare any actual or potential conflicts of interest before accepting a review assignment.
• Report any suspected plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, data falsification, unethical research practices, or other forms of publication misconduct to the editorial office.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers should:

• Accept review invitations only when they have the necessary expertise.
• Conduct reviews fairly, objectively, and without personal bias.
• Base recommendations solely on academic quality and scientific merit.
• Avoid using unpublished information for personal or professional advantage.
• Respect the confidentiality of manuscripts and supporting materials.
• Inform the Editorial Office immediately if they identify any conflict of interest or are unable to complete the review on time.

Ethical Standards

Reviewers are expected to uphold the highest standards of publication ethics. The International Journal of Management follows the ethical principles and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Reviewers should perform their duties with honesty, integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and impartiality.

Become a Reviewer

Researchers, academicians, and professionals with expertise in management or related disciplines are invited to join the journal's reviewer panel.

Prospective reviewers should possess:

• A postgraduate degree (preferably a PhD or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated research experience with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Subject expertise aligned with the journal's scope.
• A commitment to providing timely, ethical, and constructive reviews.

Interested individuals may send their curriculum vitae (CV), institutional affiliation, research interests, ORCID iD (if available), and a list of recent publications to the Editorial Office for consideration.

Email: submission@ijmanagement.co.uk

Guide for Peer Reviewers

When reviewing a manuscript, reviewers are encouraged to consider the following questions:

• Is the manuscript original and relevant to the journal's scope?
• Does the title accurately reflect the content of the manuscript?
• Is the research question or objective clearly defined?
• Is the study design and methodology appropriate and scientifically sound?
• Are the data and analyses accurate, valid, and adequately presented?
• Are the conclusions supported by the findings?
• Has the relevant literature been appropriately cited?
• Are ethical standards and research integrity adequately addressed?
• Does the manuscript require revisions to improve clarity, quality, or scientific contribution?

Constructive, respectful, and detailed feedback is strongly encouraged to assist both the authors and the editorial team in making informed publication decisions.