About the Journal

Journal Aim & Scope

Journal of Entrepreneurship and Development Economics (JEDE)is an international, double blind peer-reviewed journal aiming to contribute substantively to the existing body of knowledge within the fields of entrepreneurship, economics, management, finance, accounting, and marketing. This contribution is twofold:

Theoretical Contribution:

Articles should aim to advance theoretical understanding by introducing new concepts, frameworks, or perspectives. These could be in the form of conceptual papers that propose new theories or expand upon existing ones.
Theoretical contributions can include innovative ideas, hypotheses, or models that address gaps in current knowledge.

Practical Relevance:

Beyond theoretical contributions, articles should also provide practical recommendations. This involves applying theoretical insights to address real-world economic and social issues encountered in these fields.
Case studies, empirical research (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods), or analyses that demonstrate practical implications for industry, policy, or practice are encouraged.

Journal Scope:

The scope of an article accepted by the journal encompasses a wide range of research types and topics within the specified fields. This includes but is not limited to:

Theoretical (Conceptual) Papers:

Exploring new concepts, proposing theories, or expanding existing frameworks.

Empirical Papers:

Utilizing qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods to investigate phenomena within the specified fields.
The empirical research should provide valuable insights into practical and theoretical aspects of the studied issues.

Case Studies:

Addressing theoretical gaps and highlighting significant economic and social issues within the specified fields.
These case studies should rigorously demonstrate their relevance to both theory and practice.

Criteria for Acceptance:

Articles should demonstrate a strong rationale for the study, strictly follow and justify the scientific methods employed, wisely interpret findings with both theoretical and practical implications, and adhere to academic integrity standards.

In essence, the aim and scope of an article for this journal revolve around contributing substantively to the theoretical understanding within these fields while providing practical insights and recommendations that address real-world economic and social challenges. Each article is expected to align closely with the journal's focus on rigorous research and the dissemination of knowledge with practical relevance.

Main research areas

The main areas of publication for the JEDE are diverse within the broader studies in business, economics, and management. These areas include:

Entrepreneurship:

Exploration of entrepreneurial theories, practices, innovation, and strategies.
Studies on start-ups, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Economics:

Analysis of economic theories, trends, policies, and their implications.
Research on macroeconomics, microeconomics, international economics, and development economics.

Management:

Examination of management theories, organizational behavior, leadership, and strategy.
Studies on human resource management, organizational culture, and change management.

Finance:

Investigation into financial theories, markets, instruments, and institutions.
Research on corporate finance, investment analysis, financial markets, and banking.

Accounting and Audit:

Exploration of accounting principles, practices, standards, and auditing.
Studies on financial reporting, managerial accounting, auditing methodologies, and forensic accounting.

Marketing:

Analysis of marketing theories, consumer behavior, branding, and market strategies.
Research on digital marketing, advertising, market segmentation, and marketing analytics.

Additionally, the journal encourages interdisciplinary studies that bridge these main areas. These interdisciplinary studies involve topics that intersect or overlap across multiple disciplines, fostering a holistic understanding of various business and economic phenomena. The breadth of these main areas accommodates a wide range of research topics and methodologies, ensuring a comprehensive coverage of diverse subjects within the business and economics domain.

Frequency of publication

There are 4 quarterly issues a year, with at least 5 papers in each issue.

Open Access Policy

All articles accepted for publication are made available on the journal's website and indexed in databases. The archives are accessible to the public free of charge. Published issues can be accessed in the designated archive section on the official website.

Peer-Review process

The review process for the scientific journal is designed to ensure a rigorous evaluation of submitted manuscripts. The process is structured to maintain high academic standards while providing constructive feedback to authors. Here's an overview of the review process:

Submission and Initial Assessment:

Authors submit their manuscripts electronically to the journal.
Upon submission, the manuscripts undergo an initial assessment by the editor-in-chief.
Papers that meet the basic criteria and align with the journal's scope proceed to the review process.

Desk Rejection or Further Review:

Manuscripts may face desk rejection if they fail to meet the journal's standards or fall outside the scope.
If selected for further review, the papers proceed to the peer review stage.

Double-Blind Peer Review:

The selected manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.
At least two independent referees with expertise in the manuscript's field are assigned by the editor.
Referees assess the paper's quality, validity of research methods, relevance, originality, and contribution to the field.

Reviewer Recommendations:

Referees provide recommendations based on their assessment, which typically fall into categories such as acceptance, minor revision, major revision, or rejection.

Author Revision and Resubmission:

Upon receiving the referee reports, authors are notified of the recommendations.
If revisions are required, authors are given an opportunity to revise their manuscripts based on the referees' feedback.
Authors are typically allowed one round of revisions and resubmission.

Final Decision:

The editor-in-chief evaluates the revised manuscript and reviews the changes made by the authors.
Based on the revisions and recommendations, the editor makes the final decision on acceptance or rejection.

Timelines:

The review process is time-bound, typically allowing around four weeks for each round of review.

This review process ensures that manuscripts undergo a thorough evaluation by experts in the field, maintaining the integrity and quality of the journal's publications. Additionally, it offers authors the opportunity to enhance their work based on constructive feedback before publication.

Founder

SDU University, Business School

Author fee

Publication in JEDE is free, that is, the journal does not require any payment of submission or publication charges by authors unless it is prescribed by the University Policy on Scientific Publications. JEDE is an open-access journal, that is all content is freely available over the Internet to any reader.

Disclosure and Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must not use unpublished content from a manuscript they are reviewing in their own research without the author's explicit written permission. Information or ideas learned during the peer review process should be treated as confidential and not exploited for personal gain. Additionally, reviewers should avoid evaluating manuscripts where they have conflicts of interest due to competitive, collaborative, or other associations with any authors, organizations, or institutions related to the submissions.

Plagiarism detection

The journal has adopted the use of Turnitin, a sophisticated tool designed to assess the originality of scholarly papers submitted by scholars. This strategic incorporation of Turnitin underscores the journal's commitment to upholding the principles of academic integrity and maintaining the credibility of scholarly discourse within its publications. By employing Turnitin's plagiarism detection functionalities, the journal aims to meticulously scrutinize submitted manuscripts, thereby mitigating the risk of inadvertent or deliberate plagiarism. This proactive approach not only serves to safeguard against unethical practices but also fosters an environment conducive to the dissemination of original and credible research findings. In essence, the utilization of Turnitin underscores the journal's unwavering dedication to ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the scholarly literature it publishes.

Preprint and postprint Policy

Before being accepted and published in JEDE, authors can post their submissions as preprints on their own or public websites. During the submission process, authors must verify that the manuscript has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere. Once an article is published in JEDE, we recommend using the link to the article on the journal's website for sharing on personal or public websites.