Peer Review Policy

1. Introduction

Accounting & Management Research Review (AMRR) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic rigor and publishing impactful research in accounting and management fields. A central element of this commitment is our double-blind peer review process, which ensures the quality and relevance of published articles. This policy outlines the principles and procedures governing peer review for AMRR submissions.

2. Reviewer Selection

• Reviewers are chosen for their expertise in the subject matter of the manuscript, considering the manuscript's specific research area, theoretical framework, and methodology.
• AMRR strives to maintain a diverse pool of reviewers with varying academic backgrounds and affiliations to ensure an objective and well-rounded evaluation process.
• Editors have the final authority in selecting reviewers based on their suitability and potential for providing constructive feedback.

3. Double-Blind Review Process

• All manuscripts submitted to AMRR undergo a double-blind review process. Authors' identities are concealed from reviewers, and reviewers' identities are withheld from authors.
• Authors are required to submit separate title pages and manuscripts, ensuring anonymity throughout the review process.
• Reviewers are instructed to provide fair and unbiased assessments of the manuscript based on its originality, significance, methodological soundness, clarity, and contribution to the field.

4. Review Criteria

• Reviewers are provided with a set of criteria to guide their evaluation. These criteria typically include:
  • Originality and contribution to the field
  • Research question and hypothesis development
  • Literature review and theoretical framework
  • Methodology and research design
  • Data analysis and results
  • Discussion and interpretation of findings
  • Conclusion and implications
  • Writing style and clarity
• Reviewers are encouraged to provide constructive feedback to help authors improve their manuscripts.

5. Review Timeline

• Reviewers are expected to submit their completed reviews within a specified timeframe, typically 4-6 weeks.
• Authors are notified of the editorial decision once all reviews have been received and considered.
• The editorial decision may be one of the following:
  • Accept
  • Revise and resubmit
  • Reject

6. Reviewer Confidentiality

• AMRR maintains the confidentiality of reviewer identities. Reviewer comments are shared with authors anonymously.
• Reviewers are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and avoid plagiarism or sharing confidential information.