Guidelines

  1. Peer Review Process Guidelines:
    1. All submissions to the Journal of Accounting and Control undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process prior to publication.
    1. Peer reviewers are expected to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript, suggest improvements for its quality, and assess its relevance and originality.
    1. The review process ensures high standards of publication and scholarly integrity.
  2. Referee Communication and Information:
    1. Referees are appreciated for their dedication and are encouraged to notify any changes in contact details, availability, holidays schedule, and research interests promptly.
    1. Communication regarding manuscript review and feedback is conducted through the International Blind Peer Review, ensuring confidentiality and efficiency.
  3. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest:
    1. Manuscripts under review must be treated as confidential documents, and referees should not share or discuss them with anyone else.
    1. Referees are expected to disclose any conflicts of interest that may arise during the review process.
  4. Ethical Standards:
    1. Referees should report any suspected ethical violations, such as plagiarism or fraud, to the Chief Editor with appropriate evidence and maintain confidentiality regarding such matters.
    1. Unpublished information from submitted manuscripts should not be used for personal gain without the author’s consent and if found doing so, strict criminal action will be taken.
  5. Review Criteria:
    1. Referees are advised to evaluate the Manuscript’s Novelty, Adherence to Journal Guidelines, Clarity of Writing, Accuracy of Data and Analysis, and Relevance of the Topic.
    1. The structural elements of the manuscript, including Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Conclusion, Graphics/Tables, and Language Quality, should be reviewed thoroughly.
    1. Checklist
  6. Originality: Manuscripts should be original and contribute significantly to the respective field of research.
    • Layout Format: The formatting of the manuscript must adhere to the Author Guidelines provided in the Journal’s website.  
    • Language: The language used should be understandable for readers.
    • Title: The article title should clearly reflect the content and purpose of the article.
    • Abstract: The abstract must cover all mandatory aspects of the article and provide a concise summary.
    • Methodology: Accuracy in data collection and reporting is essential. Detailed presentation of new methodologies, if used is required.
    • Statistical Error: Careful attention should be paid to common statistical errors to ensure accuracy in data analysis.
    • Graphics and Tables: Tables and graphics should follow a uniform format throughout the article and accurately represent the data.
    • Results: Clearly state the results obtained from the research.
    • Conclusion/Discussion: Ensure consistency between findings and author expectations. Claims made should be reasonable and supported by results.
  • Decision Making and Recommendations:
    • Referees receive an Evaluation Form at Manuscript Submission to provide detailed comments and recommendations.
    • Decision options include acceptance as is, Acceptance with Minor or Major Revisions, Rejection with Resubmission, or Rejection with no Resubmission, with clear criteria for each decision category.

By following these guidelines and standards, the Journal of Accounting and Control maintains a rigorous and fair peer review process, ensuring the quality and integrity of published research in the field of accounting and control.

  1. Article Withdrawal, Publishable Corrections, and Retraction Policy:
  2. Article Withdrawal: If an article needs to be withdrawn due to fake authorship, fraudulent data use, or plagiarism, Journal reserves the right to withdraw so.
  3. Publishable corrections: Publishable corrections are essential for ensuring the accuracy and credibility of printed articles. These corrections are directly linked to the original paper. Either the publisher or the author to rectify errors or provide additional information, maintaining the integrity of the publication process, can make corrections.
  4. Conflict of Interest: Authors must acknowledge financial or non-financial contributions clearly. The corresponding author must submit a conflict of interest statement on behalf of all authors.
  5. Data and Materials Availability: Data sets and materials must be available for readers. Authors must disclose Data Restrictions, Patents, and Deposition of Specimens in Public Repositories. A Data Availability Statement is required upon acceptance.
  6. Peer Review System:
    1.  International Double-blind Peer Review: Authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other.
    1. Timely Review: Prompt response is encouraged, and delays should be communicated to keep authors informed.
  7. Plagiarism: Authors are urged to provide a Plagiarism Certificate with their submission. Manuscripts may be screened for originality using modern software. Significant cases may lead to corrections or retractions. Authors are advised on correct citation practices and paraphrasing to avoid plagiarism and copyright infringements, with complete details necessary in the reference section.