Submissions

Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Preparation of Manuscript: All manuscripts submitted for publication must be scholarly articulated, referenced and thoroughly edited. The maximum length for the manuscript is 8,000 words. A short abstract of 150-250 words, accompanied by 4-5 keywords, should precede the introduction. Contributors must include a separate cover page with their contact details, and the corresponding author of the submitted paper should be clearly indicated. All diagrams, tables, and figures should be included as an appendix at the end of the manuscript. The following structure should be used for the paper:

1. Title, abstract, and key words;
         2. Main Body showing subthemes and ending with conclusion and recommendations;
          3. References;
          4. Tables (each table complete with title and footnotes);
          5. Figure legends;
          6. Appendices (where applicable).

Reference: IJMMSR accepts 7th Edition of American Psychological Association (APA) and a double or triple in-text citation (Augustine, 2024 or Agustine, 2024:35). Please visit this link for guidance on how to use and apply APA 7th Edition:  https://aut.ac.nz.libguides.com/ld.php?content_id=49292669. Other reference styles (s) as it applies author’s field of discipline may be accepted.

Publication Cost and Method of Payment: 

Accepted papers will be published online for a discounted charge of 50 USD per article. For authors within Nigeria, the online publication fee of accepted paper is 30000.00 Naira.

Subscription Rates:

Single issue prices (Institutional)

Within Africa 100 USD; Outside Africa 160 USD;
Single issue prices (Individual) Within Africa 80 USD; Outside Africa 100 USD

No Conflict-of-Interest Statement

Authors are required to declare a conflict-of-interest statement showing areas of potential conflict at the point of submission. Where there is no conflict of interest among the authors, it should be so stated in the No Conflict of Interest Statement. Corresponding authors should ensure they interface with all co-authors to confirm agreement with the final statement and final version of paper submitted.

Indexing/Abstracting

The International Journal of Public Administration and Social Science Research (IJPMSSSR) is committed to the highest standards of academic visibility and impact. The journal is currently indexed and abstracted in:

• Google Scholar
  Ensuring global accessibility and discoverability of its articles.

Plans are in progress to index the journal in additional international and regional databases, including but not limited to:

• Scopus
• Web of Science (Emerging Sources Citation Index)
• DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals)
• EBSCOhost
• ProQuest
• Scopedatabase
• SherpaRoMEO
• Publons
• COSMOS
• Open J-Gate

As the journal continues to grow, we strive to expand our indexing partnerships to enhance the reach and influence of our published works.

Announcements and Call for Papers

The International Journal of Public Management and Social Science Research (IJPMSSR) is pleased to invite submissions for its upcoming issues. As a globally recognized platform for the dissemination of high-quality, peer-reviewed research, IJPMSSR welcomes innovative and impactful manuscripts from scholars, practitioners, and researchers worldwide.

Call for Papers

We are currently accepting submissions for the following themes:

• Governance and Policy Innovation: Studies examining new approaches to governance and policy frameworks addressing contemporary challenges.
• Public Sector Leadership and Ethics: Research on leadership dynamics, decision-making, and ethical considerations in public administration.
• Technology and Public Management: Insights into the role of technology and innovation in enhancing public service delivery and management efficiency.
• Social Justice and Equity: Analyses addressing inequalities and fostering inclusive practices within public institutions and communities.
• Cross-Cultural and Comparative Studies: Work that highlights differences and commonalities in public management practices across regions.

Submissions outside these themes that align with the journal’s scope are also welcome.

Submission Guidelines

• Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Articles should adhere to the journal’s formatting and ethical standards, as outlined in our Author Guidelines.
• All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure quality and relevance.

How to Submit

Submit your manuscript via our online submission system: Submission Link. Or Email attachment (ijpmssr@transglobalpunet.com)

For inquiries regarding submissions or the call for papers, please contact the editorial office at ijpmssr@transglobalpunet.com

Join us in shaping the future of public management and social science research by contributing your work to IJPMSSR.

Why Publish with IJPMSSR?

• Global Reach: Indexed in Google Scholar and expanding to additional international databases.
• Rigorous Peer Review: Ensuring high standards of academic integrity and quality.
• Rapid Publication: Streamlined processes for efficient manuscript handling and publication.
• Open Access: Maximizing visibility and accessibility of your work.

Important Deadlines

• Submission Deadline: Rolling submissions
• Notification of Acceptance: Within 7-21 days from the date of submission.
• Publication Date: 7-14 Days from the date of payment of online publication fee

 Article Publishing Charges (APC)

To support the open-access policy of the International Journal of Public Management and Social Science Research (IJPMSSR) and maintain high publication standards, the following Article Publishing Charges (APC) apply:

• For International Authors: Accepted papers will be published online for a discounted fee of 50 USD per article.
• For Authors within Nigeria: The online publication fee for accepted papers is 30,000 Naira.

These charges cover the costs of peer review, editorial processing, and online hosting. Authors are encouraged to contact the editorial team for any further clarifications.