International Journal of Event Management Research (IJEMR)

ISSN: 1833-0681 

1. Introduction

The International Journal of Event Management Research (IJEMR) welcomes high-quality scholarly submissions that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in event management, tourism events, sport events, cultural festivals, corporate events, and related interdisciplinary fields. All manuscripts must present original work that has not been previously published and is not under consideration elsewhere.

Submissions are evaluated through a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure academic integrity, quality, and relevance.

2. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The journal considers the following categories:

• Original Research Articles (6,000–8,000 words)

• Review Articles (6,000–9,000 words)

• Conceptual/Theoretical Papers (5,000–7,000 words)

• Case Studies (4,000–6,000 words)

• Research Notes / Short Communications (2,500–4,000 words)

• Book Reviews (1,000–1,500 words)

Word count includes references, tables, and appendices.

3. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

3.1 Language

• Manuscripts must be written in clear academic English.

• Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to seek professional language editing before submission.

3.2 File Format

• Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

• Use A4 page size.

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt.

• Line spacing: 1.5 or double spaced.

• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.

4. Manuscript Structure

Authors should organize their manuscript in the following order:

4.1 Title Page (Submitted Separately)

• Title of the manuscript

• Full names of all authors

• Institutional affiliations

• ORCID ID (if available)

• Corresponding author’s email address

• Acknowledgements (if any)

• Conflict of interest statement

4.2 Main Manuscript (Blind Review Version)

• Title (without author details)

• Abstract (150–250 words)

• 4–6 Keywords

• Introduction

• Literature Review

• Methodology

• Results / Findings

• Discussion

• Conclusion and Implications

• Limitations and Future Research

• References

• Appendices (if applicable)

Do not include any identifying author information in the main manuscript file.

5. Abstract and Keywords

• Abstract must clearly summarize objectives, methodology, findings, and implications.

• Provide 4–6 keywords separated by commas.

• Avoid abbreviations and citations in the abstract.

6. Referencing Style

IJEMR follows the APA (7th Edition) referencing style.

In-text citation examples:

• (Smith, 2021)

• (Brown & Lee, 2020)

• (Johnson et al., 2019)

Reference list example:

Smith, J. (2021). Event sustainability strategies. Journal of Tourism Studies, 15(2), 45–62. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Authors must ensure:

• All cited works appear in the reference list.

• All references in the list are cited in the text.

• DOI numbers are included where available.

7. Tables, Figures, and Illustrations

• Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively (Table 1, Figure 1, etc.).

• Provide clear titles and source information (if applicable).

• Figures should be high resolution (minimum 300 dpi).

• Indicate placement within the text (e.g., Insert Table 1 here).

• Ensure permission is obtained for copyrighted material.

8. Ethical Considerations

Authors must confirm:

• The manuscript is original and not under review elsewhere.

• Proper citation and acknowledgment of all sources.

• Ethical approval for research involving human participants (if applicable).

• Informed consent has been obtained.

• Disclosure of any financial or personal conflicts of interest.

Plagiarism (including self-plagiarism) is strictly prohibited. All submissions may be screened using plagiarism detection software.

9. Submission Process

Manuscripts should be submitted via the journal’s online submission system or to the editorial email (if applicable).

Authors must submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Title Page (separate file)

3. Main Manuscript (blinded)

4. Any supplementary materials

The cover letter should include:

• Confirmation of originality

• Statement that manuscript is not under review elsewhere

• Brief explanation of the contribution of the paper

10. Peer Review Process

• Initial editorial screening (scope, format, plagiarism check)

• Double-blind peer review by at least two reviewers

• Editorial decision: Accept / Minor Revision / Major Revision / Reject

• Revised manuscripts must include a response-to-reviewers document

The average review period is approximately 6–10 weeks.

11. Publication Ethics & Malpractice Statement

IJEMR follows internationally recognized publication ethics standards. Any evidence of misconduct, data fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or unethical research practices will result in immediate rejection and possible notification to the author’s institution.

12. Copyright & Licensing

Upon acceptance:

• Authors may be required to sign a copyright transfer or licensing agreement.

• Authors retain moral rights to their work.

• Open access policy (if applicable) should be reviewed on the journal website.

13. Article Processing Charges (If Applicable)

If applicable, publication fees or Article Processing Charges (APC) will be clearly communicated after acceptance. No submission fees are charged.

14. Contact Information

For submission inquiries, contact:

Editorial Office

International Journal of Event Management Research