Peer Review Policy

Peer Review Policy for FULafia International Journal of Business and Allied Studies (FIJBAS):

  1. Overview: FULafia International Journal of Business and Allied Studies (FIJBAS) operates under a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality, relevance, and integrity of the research articles it publishes. Peer review is a critical component of scholarly publishing, allowing for the evaluation of manuscripts by experts in the field prior to publication.

  2. Types of Review: FIJBAS employs the Double Anonymous Peer Review process for research articles submitted to the journal. This means that both the identities of the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential throughout the review process. Double anonymous peer review helps to minimize biases and ensures that the evaluation of manuscripts is based solely on the merit of the research.

  3. Selection of Reviewers: Reviewers for FIJBAS are selected based on their expertise, experience, and academic credentials in the relevant field of study. The editorial team strives to identify reviewers who possess the necessary knowledge and qualifications to provide thorough and constructive feedback on submitted manuscripts.

  4. Review Criteria: Reviewers are asked to evaluate manuscripts based on various criteria including but not limited to:

    • Originality and significance of the research
    • Methodological rigor and validity of the study design
    • Clarity and coherence of writing
    • Contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the field
    • Ethical considerations and adherence to academic standards

  5. Confidentiality: Reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of the peer review process and refrain from disclosing any information about the manuscript or their review to third parties without explicit permission from the journal.

  6. Timeliness: FIJBAS is committed to ensuring timely review and publication of manuscripts. Reviewers are requested to submit their evaluations within the stipulated timeframe to facilitate efficient processing of submissions.

  7. Reviewer Feedback: Reviewers are encouraged to provide detailed and constructive feedback to authors, highlighting strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript and offering suggestions for improvement where necessary.

  8. Editorial Decision: Based on the feedback received from reviewers, the editorial team makes a decision regarding the acceptance, revision, or rejection of the manuscript. Authors are notified of the editorial decision along with any recommendations for revisions.

  9. Appeals Process: Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions if they believe there are compelling reasons to do so. Appeals are considered by the editorial team in accordance with the journal's policies and procedures.

  10. Continuous Improvement: FIJBAS is committed to continuously improving its peer review process to uphold the highest standards of academic publishing. Feedback from authors, reviewers, and readers is welcomed and used to inform enhancements to the peer review system.