About the Journal

The International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research is peer-reviewed on a monthly basis and publishes full-length papers with a fast review process. It is to enhance the dissemination of knowledge across the multidisciplinary community. We are particularly interested in papers relevant to all disciplines. The editorial board has kept receiving articles that address all areas. Topics: Arts, Business, Economics, and Management; Current Events and Controversial Issues; Education and Social Work; Health Sciences; Humanities; Natural and Physical Sciences; Social Sciences; and Other Relevant Multidisciplinary. 

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to the International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research (IJMABER) undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the highest standards of quality and scholarly integrity. Our commitment to ethical publishing is guided by the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We operate on a double-blind peer-review model, where the identities of both the authors and the reviewers are concealed from one another throughout the process.

This process is designed to be fair, unbiased, and constructive. Here are the steps your manuscript will go through:

Step 1: Initial Submission & Editorial Office Assessment
After a manuscript is submitted, the Editorial Office performs a preliminary check to ensure it meets the journal's basic requirements. This includes:

Scope and Fit: Does the manuscript align with the journal's scope of applied business and education research?

Plagiarism Check: The manuscript is screened using plagiarism detection software.

Adherence to Guidelines: A check for formatting, language quality, and completeness of all required documents.

Manuscripts that fail this initial check are desk-rejected within 7 days. This quick decision saves authors time and allows them to submit their work elsewhere.

Step 2: Editor-in-Chief Appraisal
The Editor-in-Chief evaluates the manuscript's originality, significance, and overall merit. At this stage, a manuscript may be rejected if it is deemed to lack scientific rigor or is not suitable for the journal. The Editor-in-Chief then assigns a qualified Associate Editor from the Editorial Board to manage the peer-review process.

Step 3: Peer Reviewer Invitation
The assigned Associate Editor invites at least two independent and qualified expert reviewers from our global network. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, publication record, and lack of a conflict of interest with the authors. Reviewers are given 2-4 weeks to complete their review. If a reviewer declines, the editor will invite an alternative.

Step 4: The Review Process
Reviewers critically evaluate the manuscript and provide a detailed report with their recommendation. Their feedback is constructive and focuses on key aspects, including:

Originality and Contribution: Is the research new and does it add value to the field?

Methodology and Data: Are the research methods sound, and is the data valid and reliable?

Clarity and Structure: Is the manuscript well-written, logical, and easy to understand?

References: Are relevant studies cited, and are the citations accurate and appropriate?

Reviewers provide comments for the authors as well as confidential feedback for the editor.

Step 5: Editor Decision & Communication
Once the reviews are received, the Associate Editor makes a final decision based on the reviewers' recommendations. The decision is one of the following:

Accept: The manuscript is ready for publication.

Minor Revisions: The author must make small, specific changes before the manuscript can be accepted.

Major Revisions: The author must address significant concerns raised by the reviewers and editor. The revised manuscript will likely be sent back to the original reviewers for re-evaluation.

Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in the journal.

The editor's decision, along with the anonymized reviewer comments, is communicated to the corresponding author.

Step 6: Revision & Final Submission
If revisions are requested, the authors are given a specific timeframe (e.g., 4-6 weeks) to revise their manuscript. They must submit a revised version along with a point-by-point response to the reviewer comments. The editor then makes a final decision.

Step 7: Production & Publication
Once a manuscript is accepted, it is sent to the production team for final editing, typesetting, and publication. The published article will include a clear history of its provenance, including its acceptance date and online publication date.

Publisher Statement:

This journal is jointly managed through a partnership between the Philippine and Indonesian publishers. FSH-PH Publications serves as the official Philippine publisher and co-publisher of the journal, ensuring adherence to international publishing standards and collaborative scholarly development between both countries.