About the Journal
Management, Education and Development in Digital Age is an open-access, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research and innovation at the intersection of management, education, and development in the context of digital transformation. The journal aims to serve as a global platform for researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and policymakers to exchange knowledge, ideas, and best practices related to digitalization’s impact on these fields.
Published quarterly, the journal follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, ensuring that each submitted manuscript undergoes thorough evaluation by at least two or three expert reviewers in the field. The journal upholds the highest ethical standards in publishing, adhering to international guidelines and principles to ensure integrity, originality, and academic rigor.
With an open-access policy, all published articles are freely available to researchers and practitioners worldwide, promoting the dissemination of knowledge without financial or technical barriers. The journal encourages submissions of original research papers, theoretical and conceptual studies, case studies, and literature reviews that contribute to the evolving discourse in management, education, and development in the digital era.
Aims and Scope
The primary aim of Management, Education and Development in Digital Age is to explore and analyze the evolving roles and challenges posed by digital technologies in management, education, and development. The journal strives to contribute to the academic and practical understanding of how digital innovations can drive progress and transformation across industries, institutions, and societies.
Key Objectives:
- To provide a forum for cutting-edge research and discussion on digital transformation across management, education, and development.
- To facilitate the exchange of best practices, case studies, and real-world applications of digital strategies.
- To bridge the gap between academic research and industry needs by offering actionable insights and recommendations.
Scope of the Journal:
The journal welcomes contributions from a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
Management in the Digital Age:
- Digital transformation strategies and business model innovation
- Leadership and human resource management in virtual environments
- Digital marketing, branding, and consumer behavior analytics
- Knowledge management and digital collaboration tools
- Big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and decision-making in organizations
- Digital entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
Education in the Digital Age:
- Technology-enhanced learning (e-learning, m-learning, blended learning)
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning in education
- Online assessment and feedback mechanisms
- Digital pedagogy and curriculum development
- Educational policies and strategies for digital literacy
- Student engagement and retention in virtual learning environments
Development in the Digital Age:
- The impact of digitalization on social and economic development
- Smart cities and sustainable digital ecosystems
- The role of digital technology in public policy and governance
- Bridging the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to technology
- Digital strategies for corporate social responsibility (CSR)
- Ethical and legal implications of digital innovation
The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that offers innovative perspectives and practical solutions to contemporary challenges in the digital age.
Open Access Statement
Management, Education and Development in Digital Age is committed to the principles of open access, ensuring that all published content is freely available to readers worldwide without subscription or paywall barriers. The journal adopts the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) license, which allows users to:
- Share and redistribute the content in any medium or format.
- Adapt and build upon the work for non-commercial purposes.
- Provide proper attribution to the original source.
By choosing an open-access model, the journal fosters global knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation, enabling researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to benefit from cutting-edge research without financial restrictions.
Copyright and License
Authors publishing in Management, Education and Development in Digital Age retain full copyright over their work, allowing them to disseminate and use their published research freely while ensuring compliance with the journal's licensing terms.
Under the CC BY-NC 4.0 license, authors and readers can:
- Retain ownership of their intellectual work without restrictions.
- Freely distribute their work for educational and research purposes, provided proper credit is given.
- Use the content for non-commercial purposes, including inclusion in course materials, institutional repositories, and professional presentations.
Authors are encouraged to deposit their published articles in institutional and public repositories to maximize their work's reach and impact.
Plagiarism Policy
The journal maintains a strict policy against plagiarism to uphold academic integrity. All submitted manuscripts are subjected to plagiarism detection using iThenticate software, which checks for:
- Similarity with previously published works
- Proper citation and referencing of sources
- Potential instances of self-plagiarism
Submissions found to contain plagiarism or unethical content will be rejected immediately, and authors may face further consequences, including a ban from future submissions. The journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines for handling plagiarism and ethical violations.
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
To support the open-access model and ensure the highest standards of publication quality, the journal imposes an Article Processing Charge (APC) of 1,500,000 Tomans per accepted manuscript. The APC covers the costs associated with:
- Editorial processing and peer review
- Online hosting and digital preservation
- Article production and layout formatting
- Long-term archiving and indexing
The journal does not charge submission fees, and APCs are payable only after the manuscript has been accepted for publication. Discounts and waivers may be available for authors from low-income countries upon request.
Peer-Review Process
Management, Education and Development in Digital Age follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, ensuring impartiality and scholarly integrity. Each submitted manuscript undergoes the following review stages:
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Initial Screening:
- The editorial office conducts a preliminary review to check manuscript completeness, adherence to author guidelines, and originality.
- Manuscripts that pass this stage are sent for peer review.
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Double-Blind Peer Review:
- Manuscripts are assigned to at least two or three independent reviewers who are subject-matter experts.
- Reviewers assess the manuscript for relevance, originality, methodological rigor, clarity, and contribution to the field.
- Authors receive constructive feedback and may be required to revise and resubmit their manuscripts.
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Editorial Decision:
- Based on reviewer recommendations, the editor-in-chief makes a final decision (accept, minor/major revision, or rejection).
- Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting and formatting before publication.
The peer-review process typically takes 6-8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the research and the availability of reviewers.
Archiving and Repository Policies
The journal is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content. All articles are archived and indexed in reputable repositories and databases, including:
- Self-Archiving: Authors are encouraged to deposit their published articles in institutional repositories and personal websites under the journal’s open-access policy.
- Third-Party Indexing Platforms:
- Magiran – A comprehensive database of Persian academic journals.
- Scientific Information Database (SID) – A major Iranian indexing service for scientific research.
- Noormags – An indexing service for Persian academic and research publications.
- Civilica – A reputable indexing database for conferences and journals in Iran.
- Ensani – A specialized repository for humanities and social sciences.
By archiving with these platforms, the journal ensures long-term discoverability and citation of published research.
