International Journal of Management

The International Journal of Management (IJM) is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and accountable editorial process. The journal provides authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders with the opportunity to submit complaints or appeals regarding editorial decisions, publication ethics, or the conduct of the editorial process. All complaints and appeals are handled in accordance with the recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and internationally recognized best practices in scholarly publishing.

Appeals Against Editorial Decisions

Authors who believe that a manuscript has been rejected based on a misunderstanding, factual error, or procedural concern may submit a written appeal to the Editorial Office. Appeals should provide a clear and detailed explanation of the reasons for the appeal, supported by relevant evidence where appropriate.

The Editor-in-Chief, or another qualified editor not involved in the original decision, will review the appeal objectively. Additional reviewers or Editorial Board members may be consulted if necessary. The decision reached after the appeal review shall be considered final.

Submitting an appeal does not guarantee that the manuscript will be accepted or re-enter the peer review process.

Complaints

The journal welcomes complaints concerning matters such as:

• Editorial procedures and decision-making.
• Delays in the peer review or publication process.
• Alleged breaches of publication ethics.
• Reviewer or editor misconduct.
• Conflicts of interest.
• Authorship disputes.
• Research misconduct.
• Copyright or intellectual property concerns.
• Any other issue related to the journal's editorial or publishing practices.

Complaints should be submitted in writing to the Editorial Office with sufficient details and supporting documentation to enable a fair investigation.

Investigation Procedure

All complaints and appeals are acknowledged promptly and investigated confidentially, fairly, and impartially. The Editorial Office may request additional information or supporting documentation from the parties involved before reaching a decision.

Where appropriate, the journal follows the COPE Flowcharts and guidance when investigating complaints involving publication ethics or research misconduct.

Resolution

Following the investigation, the journal may take one or more appropriate actions, including:

• Providing clarification or explanation.
• Correcting editorial or administrative errors.
• Reconsidering an editorial decision where justified.
• Issuing a correction, expression of concern, or retraction.
• Taking appropriate action in cases of ethical misconduct.
• Referring serious matters to the relevant institutions or authorities where necessary.

The complainant or appellant will be informed of the outcome once the investigation has been completed.

Confidentiality

The International Journal of Management (IJM) treats all complaints and appeals with strict confidentiality. Information relating to an investigation will be shared only with individuals directly involved in resolving the matter or where disclosure is required by law.

Commitment to Fair Practice

The International Journal of Management (IJM) is committed to resolving complaints and appeals promptly, fairly, and transparently. By following the recommendations of COPE, the journal ensures that all concerns are handled professionally while safeguarding the integrity, independence, and credibility of its editorial and publication processes.