For Authors
For Authors
Everything you need to prepare and submit your manuscript to JMP — from guidelines to the submission portal.
Process Overview
Submission in Four Steps
Prepare Your Manuscript
Format your manuscript per JMP style requirements — double-spaced, Times New Roman 12pt, APA 7th references. Remove author details for blind review.
Review Submission Guidelines
Check that your work falls within JMP’s scope and meets word limits before proceeding.
Register & Submit
Create an account on the OJS portal (or log in if you have one), then complete the online submission form.
Track Your Submission
Log back into OJS at any time to monitor the status of your manuscript through review and editorial decision stages.
Resources
Author Resources
Submission Guidelines
Word limits, file formats, language requirements, cover letter, and pre-submission checklist.
APC & Charges
JMP currently charges no article processing or submission fees. All articles are freely available under CC BY 4.0.
Peer Review Process
Double-blind peer review. Typically two independent reviewers per submission. Target decision within 8–10 weeks.
Before You Submit
Pre-Submission Checklist
- Manuscript is within scope of JMP (management, organisational studies, innovation, strategy)
- All author details removed from manuscript file (blind review)
- Abstract of 150–250 words with 5–7 keywords
- Manuscript does not exceed word limit for the chosen article type
- References formatted in APA 7th edition
- All figures and tables are numbered, labelled, and cited in text
- Similarity report below 20% (excluding references)
- All co-authors have approved the submission
- ORCID iDs listed for all authors (strongly encouraged)
- Conflict of interest declaration included in cover letter