Article Types and Manuscript Structure

1. Accepted Article Types

The journal accepts:

1. Original Research Articles
2. Review Articles
3. Systematic Reviews
4. Meta-Analyses
5. Bibliometric Studies
6. Policy-Oriented Research Articles

2. Manuscript Structure by Article Type

2.1. Original Research Articles

Original research articles present new, original research findings based on a clearly defined research question, an appropriate methodology, valid data, rigorous analysis, and well-supported conclusions. The article must demonstrate a contribution to economics, business, management, finance, banking, accounting, auditing, digital business, supply chains, innovation, or related interdisciplinary fields.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Literature Review
6. Theoretical Framework, Research Model, or Hypotheses
7. Research Methodology
8. Research Results
9. Discussion
10. Conclusion
11. Theoretical and Practical Implications
12. Limitations and Future Research Directions
13. Statements and Declarations
14. References
15. Appendices or Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 6,000-9,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.2. Review Articles

Review articles synthesize, evaluate, and interpret previously published academic literature on a given topic, concept, theory, policy issue, or field of research. The article must synthesize and critically analyze research streams in economics, management, business, finance, or economic policy.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Scope and Objectives of the Review
6. Review Approach or Literature Selection
7. Thematic Review
8. Critical Discussion
9. Research Gaps
10. Future Research Directions
11. Conclusion
12. Statements and Declarations
13. References

Recommended length: 7,000-10,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.3. Systematic Reviews

Systematic reviews answer a clearly defined research question through a transparent, reproducible process of searching, screening, selecting, appraising, and synthesizing the literature. The article must clearly present the research question, search process, databases, selection criteria, screening process, and evidence synthesis method.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Research Question(s)
6. Methods
   • Search Strategy
   • Databases
   • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
   • Screening Process
   • Data Extraction
   • Quality Assessment of Studies
7. Results
8. Study Selection Flow Diagram
9. Discussion
10. Research Gaps and Implications
11. Conclusion
12. Statements and Declarations
13. References
14. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 7,000-10,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.4. Meta-Analyses

Meta-analyses use statistical methods to synthesize quantitative results from multiple independent studies in order to estimate a pooled effect, assess heterogeneity, and evaluate the robustness of the evidence.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Research Question or Hypotheses
6. Methods
   • Search Strategy
   • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
   • Data Extraction
   • Effect Size Metrics
   • Statistical Model
   • Heterogeneity Assessment
   • Publication Bias Assessment
7. Results
8. Forest Plot and/or Funnel Plot
9. Discussion
10. Conclusion
11. Statements and Declarations
12. References
13. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 7,500-10,500 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.5. Bibliometric Studies

Bibliometric studies use quantitative methods to analyze publication trends, citation structures, keyword co-occurrence, collaboration networks, knowledge structures, and thematic evolution within a field. The article must clarify publication trends, citation structures, scholarly networks, emerging themes, and future research agendas within economics, business, or management.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Background
6. Data and Methods
   • Database Selection
   • Search Query
   • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
   • Data Cleaning
   • Bibliometric Analysis Tools
7. Results
   • Publication Trends
   • Citation Analysis
   • Keyword Co-occurrence
   • Co-authorship Network
   • Thematic Mapping
8. Discussion
9. Gaps and Future Research Directions
10. Conclusion
11. Statements and Declarations
12. References
13. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 6,500-9,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.6. Policy-Oriented Research Articles

Policy-oriented research articles focus on economic, business, management, or financial issues with clear policy implications for government, enterprises, public institutions, markets, or the economy.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Economic, Management, or Policy Context
6. Research Problem and Policy Objectives
7. Literature Review or Analytical Framework
8. Research Methodology
9. Research Results
10. Discussion
11. Managerial or Policy Implications
12. Policy Recommendations
13. Limitations and Future Research Directions
14. Conclusion
15. Statements and Declarations
16. References
17. Appendices (if any)

Recommended length: 5,500-8,500 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.