Author Guidelines

 
Submission & Style

Author Guidelines (2026)

Journal Economic Business Innovation (JEBI)

Comprehensive instructions for manuscript preparation and submission.

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Mandatory Submission Requirements

Before submitting via OJS, authors MUST prepare the following 5 separate files to ensure ethical compliance and proper peer-review process:

1. Cover Letter Letter to Editor explaining novelty & originality.
2. Blind Manuscript Article text WITHOUT author names/affiliations.
3. Title Page Full author identities, affiliations, and ORCID IDs.
4. Ethics Statement Signed declaration of CRediT roles, COI, & AI usage.
5. Turnitin Report Full PDF report. Similarity + AI Score must be < 12%.
File Format
Microsoft Word (.docx)
Word Count
Max 12,000 words
Language
English (Preferred)
Review Type
Double-Blind Peer Review

Manuscript Structure

 
Title & Abstract

Title max 15 words. Abstract (150-250 words) must be structured: Purpose, Methodology, Findings, Originality, and Implications. Include 3-5 keywords.

 
1. Introduction

Consists of exactly 6 paragraphs covering: Phenomena, Issues, Theoretical Gap, Urgency/Novelty, Objectives, and Structure.

 
2. Literature Review

Discuss Grand Theory and hypothesis development. Do not just list previous studies; analyze and synthesize them to build your argument.

 
3. Research Methods

Detail the Research Design, Data/Sample, Variables, and Analysis Technique. Ensure reproducibility.

 
4. Results & Discussion

Present results clearly (Tables/Figures). Discussion must interpret findings, justify with theory, and compare with prior research.

 
5. Conclusion

Summarize main findings, implications (practical/theoretical), limitations, and future research directions.

Typography & Layout

  • Font: Time New Romance 12pt (Normal) for body text.
  • Spacing: 1.15 line spacing.
  • Paper Size: A4 with 2.5cm margins all around.
  • Headings:
    • Level 1: Bold, Title Case (e.g., 1. Introduction)
    • Level 2: Italic, Not Bold (e.g., 2.1. Theoretical Foundation)

Tables & Figures

  • Placement: Center aligned, placed immediately after valid citation in text.
  • Format: Tables must be editable (Word), not images. Horizontal lines only.
  • Titles:
    • Table: Above the table, Left Aligned (Cambria 10pt).
    • Figure: Below the figure, Center Aligned (Cambria 10pt).

Reference Management

References must be managed using Mendeley or Zotero in APA 7th Edition style.

Requirements:
  • Minimum 20 references.
  • 80% must be from primary sources (Journals/Proceedings) published in the last 10 years.
  • Must cite articles from reputable international journals (Scopus/WoS) or accredited national journals (Sinta 1/2).

Step-by-Step Submission Guide

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Prepare Your Files (Before Logging In)

Do not start the submission process until you have these 5 distinct files saved on your computer:

  • ✔ Cover Letter (PDF)
  • ✔ Blind Manuscript (DOCX)
  • ✔ Title Page (DOCX)
  • ✔ Ethics Statement (PDF)
  • ✔ Turnitin Report (PDF)
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Registration (If you don't have an account)

Click "Register" at the top right corner. You MUST fill in the asterisked (*) fields accurately:

Key Fields to Complete:
• Given Name: Your first name.
• Family Name: Your last name (if single name, repeat first name).
• Affiliation: Format: Department, Faculty, University, Country (e.g., Dept. of Accounting, Universitas Indonesia).
• Country: Select from list.
• Email & Password: Use an active email.
• Privacy Statement: Check "Yes, I agree...".
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Tab 1: Start Submission

Log in and click "New Submission".

  • Submission Language: Choose English (or Indonesian).
  • Submission Requirements: Check ALL boxes to confirm compliance.
  • Comments for the Editor: (Optional) Use this to suggest potential reviewers.
  • Acknowledge Copyright: Check "Yes, I agree".
  • Click "Save and Continue".
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Tab 2: Upload Submission (CRITICAL STEP)

Click "Upload File". A pop-up will appear. You must select the correct "Article Component" for each file:

File Name Select This Component
Blind Manuscript.docx Article Text
Title Page.docx Title Page / Supplementary File
Cover Letter.pdf Supplementary File
Ethics Statement.pdf Supplementary File
Turnitin Report.pdf Plagiarism Report / Supplementary

Repeat "Upload File" until all 5 files are uploaded. Then click "Save and Continue".

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Tab 3: Enter Metadata (Details)

  • Title: Paste your title here. Use "Title Case".
  • Abstract: Paste your abstract text.
  • List of Contributors (Authors): IMPORTANT!
    Click "Add Contributor" to add your co-authors. You must fill in:
    • Full Name & Email
    • Country & Affiliation (University)
    • ORCID iD (Required for indexing)
    • Role: Select "Author"
  • Keywords: Type a keyword and press 'Enter' to lock it. Repeat for all keywords.
  • References: Copy your bibliography list (APA Style) and paste it here.
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Tab 4: Confirmation

Review all your data. If everything is correct, click the final button:
"Finish Submission"

You will receive an email confirmation. If you do not click this button, we will not receive your paper.

© 2026 Journal Economic Business Innovation (JEBI). Published by PT. Inovasi Analisis Data.