Guidelines and Policies
1. Manuscript Submission Guidelines
1.1 Submission Types
• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Case Studies
• Book Reviews
• Research Notes
1.2 Formatting
• Manuscripts should be prepared in Microsoft Word format.
• Use 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.
• Follow the APA (7th edition) citation style.
1.3 Length
• Although no strict word limits apply, authors are encouraged to maintain clarity and conciseness. Excessively long manuscripts may undergo additional review to justify length, as the journal values well-structured, focused, and engaging articles, emphasizing a balance between comprehensiveness and brevity.
1.4 Abstract
• Include an abstract of 150-250 words summarizing the key points.
1.5 Keywords
• Provide 4-6 keywords to help index your article.
2. Submission Process
2.1 Electronic Submissions
• Submit manuscripts electronically online or through mrs@ame-ng.org
2.2 Refereeing Fee
• Refereeing fee of N5,000 (USD 10) is charged per submission, payable by bank to: Management Resources Network (First City Monument Bank, 1002253015)..
2.3 Authorship
• Clearly list all authors and their contributions.
• Include an acknowledgment section if necessary.
3. Peer Review Process
3.1 Blind Peer Review
• All submissions undergo double-blind peer review.
3.2 Reviewers' Feedback
• Authors will receive feedback and recommendations from reviewers.
4. Publication Ethics
4.1 Plagiarism
• Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
4.2 Authorship
• Ensure proper authorship credit, and avoid ghost or gift authorship.
4.3 Conflict of Interest
• Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
5. Copyright and Licensing
5.1 Copyright
• Authors retain copyright of their work.
5.2 Open Access
• Management Research Spectrum is an open-access journal.
6. Ethics and Malpractice
6.1 Ethical Guidelines
• Follow ethical standards for research and reporting.
7. Article Publication Charge (APC)
7.1 Fees
• APC of N25,000 (USD35) applies.
8. Appeals and Complaints
8.1 Appeals
• Authors may appeal review decisions.
8.2 Complaints
• Address complaints to the Editor-in-Chief (mrs@ame-ng.org).
By submitting your manuscript to Management Research Spectrum, you agree to adhere to these guidelines and policies. We appreciate your commitment to scholarly research and look forward to your contributions.