Editorial Team

The International Journal of Business and Economics Insights (IJBEI) is supported by a distinguished and globally representative editorial team that embodies the journal’s commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and scholarly innovation. Our editorial team brings together a diverse group of academics, practitioners, economists, and industry leaders from renowned institutions across continents. Their expertise spans multiple domains of business and economics, ensuring that IJBEI serves as an authoritative platform for rigorous, interdisciplinary research.

The editorial structure of IJBEI has been carefully designed to uphold the highest standards of peer review, academic integrity, and publishing ethics. Collectively, the team ensures that each submission is evaluated with objectivity, methodological rigor, and international relevance, thereby reinforcing IJBEI’s role as a hub for impactful and high-quality research.

Editorial Structure and Roles

Editor-in-Chief

At the helm of IJBEI is the Editor-in-Chief, who provides the strategic direction and oversees the journal’s long-term vision. This role is central to shaping IJBEI’s identity within the global scholarly landscape. The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for:

·         Setting the academic mission and defining the journal’s scope

·         Making final decisions regarding manuscript acceptance and rejection

·         Maintaining editorial independence and ensuring ethical compliance

·         Serving as the journal’s ambassador at international conferences and symposia

·         Collaborating with the publisher and advisory board to enhance the journal’s global reach

The Editor-in-Chief is an established scholar with a distinguished record of research, citations, and leadership in business or economics. Their role symbolizes the intellectual leadership and credibility of the journal.

Managing Editor

The Managing Editor serves as the operational backbone of IJBEI, coordinating all aspects of the submission and review process. Their role bridges communication between authors, reviewers, and the editorial board, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Core responsibilities include:

·         Conducting manuscript triage and compliance checks before peer review

·         Assigning manuscripts to Associate Editors and reviewers based on expertise

·         Overseeing timely communication of review outcomes to authors

·         Managing editorial board meetings, documentation, and strategic planning

·         Supporting applications for indexing, journal metrics, and citation tracking

·         Coordinating thematic issues and invited contributions

By ensuring consistency and efficiency across workflows, the Managing Editor plays a crucial role in upholding IJBEI’s reputation for high-quality and timely publication.

Associate Editors

IJBEI’s team of Associate Editors represent diverse subfields of business and economics, bringing specialized knowledge and experience to the review process. Each Associate Editor is tasked with overseeing peer review within their domain, identifying expert reviewers, synthesizing evaluations, and providing recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief.

Areas of specialization include, but are not limited to:

·         Corporate Finance and Investment

·         International Business and Trade

·         Entrepreneurship and Innovation

·         Strategic Management and Marketing

·         Business Analytics and Information Systems

·         Development Economics and Public Policy

·         Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Strategy

·         Behavioral Economics and Decision Sciences

The Associate Editors play a vital role in safeguarding subject-specific depth and ensuring that accepted papers meet IJBEI’s scholarly and methodological standards.

International Editorial Advisory Board

The International Editorial Advisory Board provides strategic oversight and guidance for IJBEI. Comprised of senior academics, policymakers, and business consultants, the board contributes to shaping the journal’s direction and ensuring its global relevance. Their roles include:

·         Identifying emerging research trends and thematic areas for future issues

·         Recommending and supporting special issues, guest editors, and collaborations

·         Promoting the journal to academic and professional networks worldwide

·         Reviewing high-impact manuscripts of interdisciplinary importance

·         Strengthening IJBEI’s visibility in global indexing platforms and repositories

The Advisory Board ensures that IJBEI remains a globally inclusive and forward-looking journal, committed to bridging research across developed and emerging economies.

Reviewer Community

IJBEI’s commitment to excellence is supported by a strong and expanding reviewer community. Our double-blind peer review process relies on experts from around the world, ensuring fairness, objectivity, and methodological soundness.

Reviewers are selected based on:

·         Proven subject matter expertise

·         Publication and citation record in respected journals

·         Professional and academic qualifications

·         Dedication to providing constructive, ethical, and timely feedback

To recognize their contributions, IJBEI periodically acknowledges outstanding reviewers through certificates, listings, and opportunities to serve in editorial roles. This recognition reinforces our belief that reviewers are essential partners in upholding academic quality.

Editorial Ethics and Integrity

IJBEI is committed to the highest standards of academic publishing ethics. The editorial team follows established international frameworks, including:

·         COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines

·         ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) recommendations

·         DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) best practices

Editorial decisions are made independently of authors’ nationality, institutional affiliation, or funding source. All editors are required to declare potential conflicts of interest and must recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where impartiality could be compromised. This commitment to ethics ensures the credibility and trustworthiness of IJBEI’s publications.

Inclusivity, Diversity, and Mentorship

IJBEI places a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusivity, and capacity building. The journal actively promotes:

·         Gender balance and regional diversity in editorial leadership roles

·         Representation of scholars from emerging economies and underrepresented regions

·         Engagement of early-career researchers through mentorship and training opportunities

·         Encouragement of interdisciplinary dialogue between academia, industry, and policy sectors

By cultivating inclusivity, IJBEI reflects the reality of today’s interconnected world and supports the next generation of researchers in advancing impactful scholarship.

Join the Editorial Team

IJBEI welcomes expressions of interest from qualified scholars and practitioners who aspire to contribute as peer reviewers, guest editors, or advisory board members.

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and a brief outline of expertise to:
editorial@ijbei-journal.org.