Editorial Policies

Editorial Policies for the Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR)

The Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in the academic publishing process. Our editorial policies outline the roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards that guide the operation and governance of our journal. These policies ensure transparency, fairness, and ethical treatment in the publication of scholarly articles.

  1. Editorial Independence:

    • The Editorial Board of Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) operates independently of its publisher to ensure unbiased, fair peer review and decision-making processes. Editorial decisions are based solely on the academic merit and relevance of manuscripts, without interference from the journal's publisher or other external bodies.

  2. Peer Review Process:

    • Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process to maintain the quality and credibility of the research we publish. All submissions are initially screened by the Editor-in-Chief for suitability and then reviewed by at least two independent experts in the field.
    • The identity of both reviewers and authors is kept confidential to facilitate an unbiased evaluation.

  3. Ethics in Publishing:

    • Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) adheres to the ethical standards outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We handle all potential conflicts of interest disclosed by authors, reviewers, or editors carefully and transparently.
    • Allegations of unethical conduct, whether discovered during the review process or after publication, are investigated thoroughly in accordance with COPE guidelines.

  4. Diversity and Inclusion:

    • Our editorial policies actively promote diversity and inclusion. We encourage submissions from authors all around the world, regardless of their geographic, social, ethnic, or institutional background.
    • The Editorial Board and reviewer pool reflect a broad spectrum of expertise and backgrounds, contributing to a diverse and balanced review process.

  5. Decision-Making and Appeals:

    • Editorial decisions to accept or reject a manuscript are based on the manuscript’s importance, originality, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s scope.
    • Authors may appeal editorial decisions by providing a detailed explanation of their concerns. The Editor-in-Chief will consider the appeal, consulting with members of the Editorial Board as necessary.

  6. Conflicts of Interest:

    • All participants in the editorial and peer review process must disclose any relationships that could be viewed as potential conflicts of interest. If a conflict is identified, steps are taken to ensure that manuscript handling is reassigned to ensure unbiased review.

  7. Confidentiality:

    • All manuscripts received are treated as confidential documents. Editors and reviewers are required to handle these documents with care, and not to disclose any information about submitted manuscripts to anyone other than the authors, reviewers, potential reviewers, and the publisher, as appropriate.

  8. Corrections, Retractions, and Expressions of Concern:

    • Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) takes responsibility for maintaining the integrity of the published record. Corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern are published when significant errors in published work are identified, or when issues regarding ethics or misconduct need clarification.

These editorial policies are designed to ensure that Lamadjdo Accounting Journal (LAJUR) upholds the principles of scholarly publishing and continues to foster a rigorous, fair, and ethical publication process. Our commitment to these standards supports the integrity of our academic record and the advancement of the accounting field.