Peer-Review Process
Manexia: Journal of Business, Management, and Creative Economy applies a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and academic rigor of published manuscripts. The identities of authors and reviewers are concealed throughout the evaluation process to maintain objectivity and fairness.
Initial Editorial Screening
All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial assessment by the Editorial Team to evaluate scope alignment with the journal, basic methodological soundness, originality (including plagiarism screening), and compliance with the author guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be rejected without external review.
Double-Blind Review Procedure
Each manuscript passing the initial screening is assigned to at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on theoretical contribution, methodological rigor, clarity of argumentation, and relevance to the field of management and creative economy. Reviewers provide detailed comments and recommendations to support editorial decision-making.
Editorial Decision Flow
Based on reviewer reports, the Editor-in-Chief or Managing Editor will issue one of the following decisions:
- Accept without revision
- Minor revision
- Major revision
- Reject
Authors are expected to submit revised manuscripts within the timeframe specified by the editorial office.
Reviewer Ethics and Responsibilities
Reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality of submitted manuscripts, provide objective and constructive feedback, declare any potential conflicts of interest, and avoid using unpublished material for personal research. The journal follows internationally recognized ethical standards in peer review practices.
Final Acceptance and Publication
After revisions are completed and approved, manuscripts proceed to copyediting, layout editing, and final publication through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform.
