Thank you for your interest in submitting your manuscript to SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business. Please carefully review the following guidelines before submitting your manuscript to ensure that it meets the requirements of our journal. These guidelines are designed to streamline the submission process and to maintain the high quality of content published in our journal.

1. Manuscript Types

SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Research Articles: Original research papers that provide new insights into the fields of economics and business.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews of existing literature that provide critical analysis and synthesis on a particular topic within economics or business.
  • Case Studies: In-depth examinations of real-world business problems or economic phenomena.
  • Short Communications: Brief reports of preliminary findings or innovative ideas that are of immediate interest to the academic community.

2. Submission Process

  • Online Submission: All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal’s online submission system.
  • Registration: Authors must create an account in the submission system to submit manuscripts and track the progress of their submission.
  • File Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format. Do not submit PDFs or any other file types.
  • Cover Letter: A cover letter must accompany your manuscript submission. The cover letter should briefly describe the significance of the work, why it is suitable for SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business, and any potential conflicts of interest.

3. Manuscript Formatting

To ensure a smooth review process, please follow these formatting guidelines:

  • Font: Use Times New Roman, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
  • Margins: Set all margins (top, bottom, left, right) to 1 inch (2.5 cm).
  • Title Page: The title page should include the following:
    • Title of the manuscript (in title case, bold).
    • Author(s) name(s) and affiliation(s).
    • Corresponding author’s contact details, including email address.
    • A short abstract (150-200 words) summarizing the purpose, methods, findings, and significance of the study.
    • Keywords (3-5 keywords that best describe the topic of your paper).
  • Main Text:
    • Introduction: Provide a brief introduction to the research question, background, and objectives of the study.
    • Literature Review: If applicable, discuss the existing body of work related to your topic and explain the gap your research addresses.
    • Methodology: Clearly describe the research methods, data sources, and analytical techniques used in the study.
    • Results and Discussion: Present and discuss your research findings, and explain their implications.
    • Conclusion: Provide a concise conclusion that summarizes the key points and suggests future research directions.
    • References: Follow APA style (7th edition) for citing sources in the text and formatting the reference list. Ensure all references are complete and correctly formatted.

4. Figures and Tables

  • Figures: Figures should be high-quality images (preferably in JPG, PNG, or TIFF format) and should be numbered consecutively (Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). Include figure captions at the bottom of each figure.
  • Tables: Tables should be formatted in simple, easy-to-read style. Each table should be numbered consecutively (Table 1, Table 2, etc.) and have a descriptive title placed above the table.

5. Ethical Considerations

  • Authorship: Only individuals who have contributed significantly to the study should be listed as authors. All authors must approve the final manuscript and be able to take responsibility for the content.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest related to the research.
  • Plagiarism: All submissions must be original works. The journal uses plagiarism detection software to check for potential issues. Manuscripts that show signs of plagiarism will be rejected.

6. Peer Review Process

  • Double-Blind Review: SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business uses a double-blind peer-review process, meaning that both authors and reviewers are anonymous to each other.
  • Review Time: The review process typically takes 4-6 weeks. Authors will be notified of the reviewer’s comments and the decision to accept, revise, or reject the manuscript.
  • Revisions: Authors are expected to address reviewer comments and revise their manuscripts accordingly. Revised manuscripts should be resubmitted along with a detailed response letter outlining the changes made.

7. Publication Fees

  • No Submission Fee: SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business does not charge any submission fees.
  • Publication Fee: Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors may be required to pay a publication fee to cover the costs of editing, typesetting, and hosting the article online. Detailed fee information will be provided upon acceptance.

8. Copyright and Licensing

  • By submitting a manuscript, authors grant SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business the right to publish the manuscript under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This allows the article to be freely distributed, reproduced, and used with appropriate credit.

9. Contact Information

For any questions or inquiries regarding submissions or the submission process, please contact:

 

These guidelines aim to ensure that authors understand the requirements and expectations for submitting manuscripts to SYNERGY Journal of Economics and Business. If any updates or specific details are required, feel free to modify the content accordingly!