Peer Review Process

The Asian Journal of Professional and Business Studies (AJPBS) follows a rigorous and transparent peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the articles published.

1. Initial Submission
   • Upon submission, manuscripts are initially reviewed by the editorial team to ensure they meet the journal's scope, formatting requirements, and basic quality standards.
2. Peer Review Assignment
   • Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent experts in the relevant field for peer review. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and knowledge of the subject matter.
3. Single-Blind Review
   • The journal uses a single-blind review. In this process, the reviewers know the identity of the author(s), but the authors do not know the identity of the reviewers.
4. Reviewer Feedback
   • Reviewers assess the manuscript for originality, scientific rigor, relevance, clarity, and contribution to the field. They provide detailed feedback and recommendations regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection.
5. Decision and Communication
   • Based on reviewer feedback, the editorial team decides on the manuscript. Authors are notified of the decision, and if revisions are required, they are given specific feedback on what improvements need to be made.
6. Revisions and Final Decision
   • Authors are expected to address reviewer comments and resubmit the revised manuscript. If revisions are substantial, the manuscript may be sent back to the reviewers for a second round of evaluation.
7. Acceptance and Publication
   • Once the manuscript is deemed suitable for publication after peer review and revision, it is accepted and scheduled for publication. Authors receive an acceptance letter confirming their paper's acceptance for an upcoming issue.

By following this rigorous peer review process, the AJPBS ensures that only high-quality, impactful research is published, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Editorial Decision
Once peer reviews are complete, the editorial team makes a final decision. Authors will be notified of the decision within 2-4 weeks of submission. The possible decisions are:

• Accept: The article is accepted for publication without further revisions.

• Minor Revisions: The article is accepted, but minor revisions are requested before final acceptance.

• Major Revisions: The article requires significant revisions, and the authors must resubmit the revised manuscript for further review.

• Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in our journal.