Peer Review Process
Journal of Law and Business (Shirkah) follows a double-blind peer review policy. This paper is sent to several reviewers (experts in their respective fields) for review in accordance with journal guidelines and displays a quality research paper. For papers requiring amendments, the same reviewers will be used to ensure that the quality of the revised paper is acceptable.
Journal of Law and Business (Shirkah) maintains peer review standards while increasing the efficiency of the process.
All research articles published in the Journal of Law and Business (Shirkah) undergo full peer review, the main characteristics are as follows:
At least two qualified experts review
all research articles.
The Editor-in-Chief makes all journal publication decisions based on the reviews provided
Members of the international Editorial Board provide the Editor-in-Chief with general insight, advice and guidance and assist with decision making on specific manuscripts.
Managing Editors and Editorial Assistants provide administrative support that enables the journal to maintain the integrity of peer review while providing rapid turnaround and maximum efficiency for authors, reviewers, and editors.
Journals also benefit from referencing manuscripts from high-quality peer reviews conducted by established journals.
Peer review of refereed papers:
The Journal of Law and Business (Shirkah) will immediately decide whether to accept, reject, or request revisions to the refereed paper based on reviews and editorial insights from supporting journals. Additionally, Editors will have the option to request additional reviews if necessary. Authors will be notified when the Editor determines further review is necessary.
Peer review of novel submissions:
At least two qualified experts will thoroughly review articles submitted directly to the Journal of Law and Business (Shirkah) in the field selected by the Editor-in-Chief. The Editor-in-Chief or designated Editorial Board member will then decide whether to accept, reject, or request revisions based on the reviews and comments received.
The editor will decide whether each submission reports well-conducted research with conclusions supported by the data presented in the paper. Priority judgment will not be a factor in decision making, but all papers should make new additions or additions to the literature.