American Research Journal of Business and Management
ISSN (Online): 2379-1047
DOI: 10.46568/arjbm
Author Guidelines
Follow these guidelines when preparing and submitting your manuscript to American Research Journal of Business and Management .
Overview
ARJ Publishing welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications across all disciplines covered by our journals. Authors should read these guidelines carefully before preparing a submission to ensure compliance with editorial, formatting, and ethical standards.
Manuscript Preparation
Language
- Manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English
- American or British English may be used consistently throughout
- Professional language editing is recommended for non-native speakers
- Proofreading services are available upon request
File Format
- Submit as Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX with PDF preview
- Figures and tables as separate high-resolution files when required
- Maximum combined file size: 50 MB per submission
- Do not submit password-protected or read-only files
Article Types
| Article Type | Word Limit |
|---|---|
| Original Research Article | 4,000–8,000 words |
| Review Article | 5,000–10,000 words |
| Case Study / Case Report | 2,000–4,000 words |
| Short Communication | 1,500–3,000 words |
| Editorial / Commentary | 1,000–2,500 words |
Word limits exclude abstract, references, tables, and figure legends unless otherwise stated by the target journal.
Formatting Requirements
Title Page
- Full manuscript title (concise and descriptive)
- Full names and affiliations of all authors
- Corresponding author name, email, and ORCID
- Running title (max. 50 characters)
- Acknowledgments and funding statements
Abstract & Keywords
Abstract
- Structured abstract: 250 words maximum
- Sections: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
- Avoid abbreviations in the abstract
Keywords
- 4–6 keywords listed alphabetically
- Keywords should reflect main topics of the manuscript
References
- Follow APA or Vancouver style as specified by the journal
- Cite references in numerical order in the text
- Include DOIs where available
Smith J, Doe A. Title of article. Journal Name. 2024;12(3):45–52. doi:10.1234/example
Figures & Tables
Figures
- JPEG, PNG, TIFF
- Minimum 300 DPI
Tables
- Editable format
- Numbered sequentially
Ethical Requirements
Authors must confirm:
- Original work
- No simultaneous submission
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Ethical approval (if applicable)
- Informed consent (if applicable)
Submission Process
Track your manuscript at every step through the editorial system.
Learn more about the submission processPeer Review Process
- Double-blind peer review by independent experts
- Initial editorial screening within 7–10 business days
- Review period typically 3–6 weeks
- Decisions: accept, minor/major revision, or reject
Publication Charges
Upon acceptance, an Article Processing Charge (APC) may apply for open access publication. APC waivers are available for authors from eligible countries or in cases of demonstrated financial need.
View APC InformationAccepted Manuscripts
- 1 Receive acceptance letter from the editor
- 2 Complete copyright transfer and APC payment (if applicable)
- 3 Submit final proof corrections within the deadline
- 4 Article published online with DOI assignment
Frequently Asked Questions
Create an account on the ARJ Publishing author portal, select your target journal, upload all required files, and complete the submission checklist.
No. Manuscripts under consideration elsewhere must not be submitted to ARJ Publishing simultaneously.
Initial screening within 7–10 business days. Full peer review typically takes 3–6 weeks.
Yes. Waivers are available for eligible countries and demonstrated financial need. Contact authorsupport@arjonline.org.
Log in to the author portal to view status updates, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions.
Use APA or Vancouver style as specified by your target journal. Check the journal page before submitting.
