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Research Submission Standards
IMDR's Journal of Management Development and Research is committed to publishing high-quality
research that contributes to studies across diverse management disciplines. To maintain the integrity
and excellence of our publication, we have established a set of quality benchmarks and selection
criteria that all submitted papers must meet. These criteria ensure that our journal remains a reputable
source of valuable insights and innovative research.
Quality Benchmarks:
• Papers must present original research that contributes new knowledge or perspectives to one or
more management disciplines.
• Research should address significant issues or challenges within management disciplines.
• Studies must employ appropriate research methodologies with well documented data collection
and analysis methods.
• Papers must be well-written, clearly structured, and logically organized.
• Research must adhere to ethical standards, including proper citation of sources and avoidance
of plagiarism.
Selection Criteria:
• Submissions must align with the journal's scope and theme.
• Papers should make a meaningful contribution to the field, providing insights, solutions, or new
avenues for research.
• Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise, and academic language. Proper grammar,
punctuation, and formatting are essential.
• Papers will undergo a rigorous blind peer-review process. Feedback from reviewers will be
considered in the final decision.
• Authors must provide sufficient detail on data sources, collection methods, and analysis
procedures to ensure data transparency.
• Research should have practical implications for managers, policymakers, or practitioners in
various management disciplines.
By adhering to these quality benchmarks and selection criteria, IMDR's Journal of Management
Development and Research ensures the publication of high-caliber research that advances the field of
management. We are dedicated to fostering a scholarly environment where innovative and impactful
research thrives, benefiting academics, practitioners, and the broader business ecosystem.
