Complaint and Appeal Policy

The Journal of Management Economics and Financial Accounting (JOMEFA) is committed to handling complaints and appeals in a fair, transparent, and timely manner. This policy provides a mechanism for authors, reviewers, and readers to raise concerns regarding editorial decisions, publication processes, or ethical issues.

1. Complaints

Complaints may relate to:

• Editorial processes or delays
• Peer review procedures
• Publication ethics or misconduct
• Conflicts of interest
• Any other aspect of the journal’s operation

All complaints must:

• Be submitted in writing to the editorial office
• Clearly describe the issue and provide supporting evidence

The editorial team will:

• Acknowledge receipt of the complaint
• Conduct an objective evaluation
• Respond within a reasonable timeframe

2. Appeals

Authors may appeal editorial decisions if they believe:

• The decision was based on a misunderstanding or error
• The review process was not conducted fairly

Appeals must:

• Be submitted in writing with a detailed justification
• Include responses to reviewer comments (if applicable)

The journal will:

• Reassess the manuscript and review process
• Consult additional reviewers or editors if necessary
• Make a final decision based on objective evaluation

3. Investigation Process

All complaints and appeals will be:

• Handled confidentially
• Investigated thoroughly and impartially
• Resolved in accordance with ethical standards

4. Final Decision

Decisions made after investigation are final. The journal reserves the right to:

• Uphold or revise editorial decisions
• Take appropriate actions if misconduct is identified