Publication Ethics

Multitech Publisher releases the peer-reviewed International Journal of Applied Economics, Accounting, and Management (IJAEAM) on a monthly basis. The journal is officially registered under No. AHU-036359.AH.01.30.Tahun 2023 and is based in Berastagi, North Sumatera, Indonesia. It operates as an open-access journal, ensuring online availability. The following section outlines the ethical responsibilities of authors, the editorial board, reviewers, and the publisher in the publication process. These guidelines align with the COPE Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Publication Ethics Guidelines

Publishing an article in IJAEAM is a crucial step in establishing a reliable and credible body of knowledge. It reflects the quality of research conducted by authors and their affiliated institutions. Peer-reviewed publications uphold scientific integrity and methodology. The publisher of IJAEAM recognizes its ethical responsibilities throughout the publication process. Multitech Publisher ensures that editorial decisions remain independent of advertising, reprinting, or commercial interests.

Publication Decisions

The editor of IJAEAM is responsible for selecting manuscripts for publication based on their scholarly merit and significance to the research community. Editorial decisions are guided by the journal’s policies and must adhere to legal requirements regarding plagiarism, copyright, and libel. Editors may consult other experts or reviewers when making these decisions.

Fair Review Process

Editors evaluate submissions solely on their academic and intellectual merit, without discrimination based on the author’s gender, race, sexual orientation, political beliefs, citizenship, or religion.

Confidentiality

Editors and editorial staff must maintain strict confidentiality and may only share manuscript-related information with the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, editorial board members, and the publisher when necessary.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Editors must not use unpublished material from submitted manuscripts for their personal research without explicit written permission from the author.

Authors' Responsibilities

  1. Accurate Reporting
    Authors should present an objective and accurate account of their research findings, ensuring that data is truthfully represented and sufficiently detailed for replication. False or misleading statements are considered unethical.

  2. Data Access and Retention
    Authors may be required to provide raw research data for editorial review and should be prepared to make it publicly available whenever possible. Data should be preserved for a reasonable period after publication.

  3. Originality and Plagiarism
    Authors must ensure that their work is completely original and that any referenced content is properly cited or quoted.

  4. Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Submissions
    Submitting the same research to multiple journals simultaneously is unethical and unacceptable.

  5. Acknowledgment of Sources
    Proper credit must be given to previous research and influences, ensuring that all referenced works are cited appropriately.

  6. Authorship Criteria
    Authorship should be limited to individuals who have significantly contributed to the concept, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. Co-authors should be included when appropriate, while those with minor contributions should be acknowledged separately. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all listed co-authors have approved the final manuscript.

  7. Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
    Authors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of their research. Sources of funding should also be acknowledged.

  8. Corrections and Retractions
    If an author discovers a significant error in their published work, they must notify the journal immediately and cooperate with the editor to issue a correction or retraction.

  9. Ethical Concerns in Research
    If a study involves hazardous materials, human or animal subjects, authors must explicitly state any potential risks in the manuscript.

Editors' Responsibilities

  1. Fair Evaluation
    Editors must assess manuscripts based on their academic value rather than personal attributes or beliefs of the authors.

  2. Confidentiality
    Editors must ensure that all submitted manuscripts remain confidential, sharing them only with relevant parties involved in the review process.

  3. Handling Plagiarism
    Editors must ensure that all submitted works are original and appropriately referenced, using plagiarism detection tools when necessary.

  4. Avoiding Redundant Publications
    Editors must prevent duplicate submissions and reject any work that has been simultaneously submitted to multiple journals.

  5. Proper Source Acknowledgment
    Editors should verify that authors have properly cited influential works in their research.

  6. Authorship Integrity
    Editors should ensure that only those who have significantly contributed to the research are credited as authors.

  7. Conflict of Interest Disclosure
    Any financial or other conflicts of interest that may bias editorial decisions should be disclosed.

  8. Correction of Errors
    If errors or ethical concerns arise in a published article, editors must ensure prompt corrections or retractions.

  9. Addressing Ethical Concerns
    If a manuscript contains research involving hazardous substances, human or animal subjects, editors must ensure that ethical standards are met.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

  1. Supporting Editorial Decisions
    Peer reviewers play a crucial role in assisting editors with publication decisions and helping authors improve their work.

  2. Timeliness
    Reviewers who feel unqualified to assess a manuscript or unable to provide a review promptly should notify the editor and decline the review.

  3. Objectivity and Constructive Criticism
    Reviews should be objective and free of personal bias. Criticism should be constructive and supported by arguments.

  4. Confidentiality
    Manuscripts under review must be kept confidential and not shared with others unless authorized by the editor.

  5. Conflict of Interest
    Reviewers should decline to review manuscripts if they have competing, financial, or collaborative relationships with the authors or institutions involved.

  6. Identifying Plagiarism and Misconduct
    Reviewers should highlight any uncited sources, duplication, or ethical concerns and report substantial similarities with other published works to the editor.