Author Guidelines

Requirements for authors

The journal invites submissions in Economics, Econometrics, Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, Public Policy, Governance, Law, and multidisciplinary research at the intersection of social sciences, computer science, and digital transformation. Manuscripts should demonstrate academic relevance, methodological rigour, and contribute to current scientific and professional discussions.

The editorial board upholds rigorous scientific ethical standards and implements protocols to prevent plagiarism and conflicts of interest. Additional information is available in the “Publication Ethics” section.

Copyright and licensing All articles are published under the Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 license. Authors retain copyright while granting the journal the rights to publish and distribute their work. Submission of manuscripts constitutes a declaration of originality and acceptance of the journal’s open-access policy by the authors.

Archiving and access The journal ensures long-term digital preservation through the PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN) and OpenAIRE, in addition to institutional repositories and recognised indexing databases. All journal content is freely accessible, with no charges imposed on readers or authors.

Fees No submission or publication fees are required.

An ORCID iD is required for all authors

Authors using the system for the first time should complete their profile information and connect and authenticate their ORCID iD. When adding co-authors to a submission, authors should ensure that each co-author has an authenticated ORCID iD.

Data Availability Statement

Authors submitting manuscripts that include data from empirical research should complete the Data Availability Statement field during submission, indicating whether and under what conditions the data supporting the study's findings are available.

Depending on the circumstances, authors may use or adapt one of the following statements:

  • Publicly available data: The data supporting the study's findings are publicly available in [repository/source] at [DOI/URL].
  • Data available upon request: The data supporting the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author on reasonable request.
  • Restricted data: The data supporting the findings of this study are not publicly available due to [confidentiality, personal data protection, contractual, or ethical restrictions].
  • Publicly available secondary data: This study uses publicly available data from [source(s)]. The relevant data sources are identified in the manuscript.
  • Data included in the publication: All data supporting the study's findings are included in the article and/or its supplementary materials.
  • Not applicable: Data availability is not applicable because no new data were generated or analysed in this study.

Further information is available in the journal's Research Data and Data Availability Policy.

Types of Manuscripts and Length

Articles: According to the journal's policy, "Articles" are focused scholarly publications of up to 20 standard pages (approximately 6,000 words).

Research Studies: In accordance with the journal's policy, "Research Studies" consist of in-depth theoretical or empirical research papers of up to 35 standard pages (approximately 10,000 words).

Review Articles: A review article is a publication that analyses and critically evaluates existing literature on a specific issue, typically 7,000–15,000 words and citing 40–60 references.

Discussion: A Discussion is a formalised scholarly dialogue regarding a publication in the Journal, which may include the following parts:
– a Commentary of 1,500–3,500 words;
– a Response from the author(s) of 1,000–3,000 words.

*Note: The word count includes the abstract, tables, figures, and references.

Language: English

Manuscript Structure

Submit manuscripts as MS Word files and adhere to the following requirements:

  1. Title (bold, TNR 12 pt, center): Provide a concise and informative title.
  2. Author information (TNR 12 pt, center): Include full name and email address after the title of the paper. List the academic position, academic degree, institutional affiliation, and ORCID iD as a footnote (TNR 10 pt, justified).
  3. Abstract (TNR 11 pt, justified): Provide a 150–200 word abstract that clearly states the purpose, methodology, findings, and conclusion.
  4. Keywords (TNR 11 pt, justified): List 5–8 keywords.
  5. JEL Classification (TNR 11 pt, justified): Include at least one code from the JEL Classification System (American Economic Association: JEL Guide).
  6. Structure: Follow the IMRaD structure (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion when applicable, Conclusion). Format each section title in TNR 12pt, bold, and left-centred.
  7. Acknowledgements/Funding: When applicable, disclose financial support or grants, including the project title and the relevant program or organisation.
  8. References: Use APA Style and at least ten sources.

Technical Requirements

  1. File type: MS Word (.doc / .docx).
  2. Margins: A4 size, 2.0 cm on all sides.
  3. Main text font: TNR, 12 pt, justified.
  4. Line Spacing: 1.5 lines.
  5. Tables and figures: number consecutively. Provide a caption (TNR 11 pt, centered) and source (TNR 11 pt, left) below each. Ensure all images are high resolution.
  6. Formulas: ensure all formulas are editable using Equation Editor. Do not use images.

The template file can be downloaded here.

Submissions that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted.

Review Process, Revisions and Final Decision on Publication

  • All submitted manuscripts undergo evaluation through a double-blind peer review process.
  • Possible outcomes of the review process include acceptance, acceptance with revisions, resubmission after major revisions, or rejection.
  • Revised manuscripts must be resubmitted within two weeks of receiving reviewer feedback. All changes should be clearly indicated using Track Changes or highlighted text.
  • A separate document titled “Response to Reviewers’ Comments” must accompany the revised manuscript. This document should be clearly structured and systematically organised. Each reviewer's comment should be quoted, followed by a specific response. If a recommendation is not accepted, provide a concise and well-supported explanation. All responses must remain professional, well-reasoned, and respectful.
  • The Editorial Board makes the final publication decision, considering reviewer feedback, the manuscript’s novelty, relevance, and overall quality.