Publication Ethics

Authors’ Ethics

Reporting
Authors must present research findings honestly, accurately, and clearly, without data manipulation. All cited sources must be properly acknowledged in accordance with the Journal of Communication and Business Studies guidelines.

Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure that the submitted manuscript is an original work and free from plagiarism in any form. Any relevant previous publications, including the authors’ own works, must be appropriately cited.

Multiple Submission
Authors guarantee that the manuscript has not been previously published and is not under consideration by another journal or publication. If the manuscript was previously submitted elsewhere but not published, a formal withdrawal letter must be provided.

Errors in Writing
Authors must promptly notify the editorial board of any significant errors found prior to publication. Any errors identified after publication remain the full responsibility of the authors.

Source Citation
Authors must ensure that all data and references are accurately cited. Permission must be obtained for the use of any copyrighted material prior to submission.

Conflict of Interest
Authors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial support, employment, institutional affiliations, or other relationships that may influence the research outcomes.

Editors’ Ethics

Objectivity
Editors evaluate manuscripts solely on academic and scientific merit.

Transparency
Editorial decisions regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection must be communicated clearly with justified reasons.

Publication Information and Review Process
Editors ensure that author guidelines and reviewer instructions are readily accessible.

Fair Play
Editorial decisions are made without discrimination based on gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or political affiliation.

Unpublished Manuscripts
Editors must not use unpublished materials for personal or professional purposes without the authors’ consent.

Confidentiality
All manuscripts are reviewed using a double-blind review process. Editors must safeguard the confidentiality of authors and reviewers.

Reviewers’ Ethics

Transparency
Reviewers must provide clear, constructive, and well-reasoned evaluations when recommending acceptance, revision, or rejection.

Objectivity
Manuscripts must be reviewed objectively and professionally without bias.

Originality and Plagiarism
Reviewers should identify potential plagiarism and report it to the editor for further investigation.

Clarity of References
Reviewers ensure that references are properly cited and meet academic standards.

Conflict of Interest
Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest that could affect their objectivity.

Timeliness
Reviewers are expected to complete the review process within the agreed timeframe, no later than two weeks. Any delay must be communicated to the editor promptly.