AuthorGuidelines

Author Guidelines for Azzukhruf: Journal of Accounting and Finance

1. Scope and Focus
Azzukhruf: Journal of Accounting and Finance accepts high-quality, original research articles, reviews, and case studies in the fields of accounting, finance, and related disciplines. The journal emphasizes innovative contributions that provide practical and theoretical insights into these areas.

2. Manuscript Submission

  • Language: Articles must be written in clear, professional English.
  • Format: Manuscripts should adhere to the journal's formatting guidelines, including font size, margin settings, and citation style.
  • Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 8,000 words, including references and appendices.
  • Submission Process: Authors must submit manuscripts via the journal’s online submission system. Submissions by email or other methods are not accepted.

3. Structure of Manuscripts
Manuscripts should follow this general structure:

  • Title Page: Include the title, author names, affiliations, and contact details of the corresponding author.
  • Abstract: Provide a concise summary (150–250 words) outlining the research purpose, methods, key findings, and contributions.
  • Keywords: List 4–6 keywords relevant to the study.
  • Main Text:
    • Introduction: State the background, objectives, and significance of the research.
    • Literature Review: Summarize previous research and highlight gaps addressed by the study.
    • Methodology: Describe the research design, data collection, and analytical methods.
    • Results and Discussion: Present findings and interpret their implications in the context of the research question.
    • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings, contributions, and recommendations.
  • References: Use the APA (7th Edition) citation style for all references.

4. Plagiarism Policy
Manuscripts submitted must be original and free from plagiarism. The journal employs plagiarism detection tools, and submissions found to have significant overlap with other works will be rejected.

5. Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review to ensure the quality and integrity of published articles. Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers' feedback.

6. Copyright and Open Access
Authors retain copyright to their articles but must agree to the terms of open access publication. Articles are freely available online under a Creative Commons license.

7. Ethical Considerations
Research must comply with ethical guidelines, including approval for studies involving human subjects. Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

For detailed instructions, visit the journal’s or contact the editorial office.