Cognivum Journal of Business

About the Journal

About the Journal
Cognivum Journal of Business is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to publishing scholarly research that advances knowledge in the field of business and management. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers and scholars to share original studies that contribute to the understanding of organizational, managerial, and entrepreneurial dynamics in contemporary business environments.

The journal encourages research that offers theoretical insights, methodological contributions, and practical implications for organizations, institutions, and decision-makers. By supporting diverse methodological approaches and interdisciplinary perspectives, the journal seeks to promote academic dialogue and foster the development of new perspectives in business research.

Cognivum Journal of Business welcomes a variety of scholarly contributions, including empirical research articles, conceptual studies, and review papers that contribute to the advancement of business and management scholarship.

The journal publishes all manuscripts in English and follows a continuous online publication model. Accepted manuscripts are published online after completing the peer review and editorial processes. All articles published within a calendar year are compiled into a single annual volume.

The journal is committed to maintaining high standards of academic integrity and transparency in scholarly publishing. All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and scholarly contribution of published research.

Topics:

Cognivum Journal of Business welcomes submissions addressing a wide range of topics within business and management research, including but not limited to:

• Strategic management

• Entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial ecosystems

• Organizational behavior and organizational theory

• Leadership and managerial decision-making

• Innovation and technology management

• Corporate governance

• Business strategy and competitive dynamics

• Family business studies

• Sustainability and responsible management

• Business ethics and corporate responsibility

• Organizational change and transformation

• Human resource management

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

• Business analytics and decision processes

• Digital transformation in organizations
  
  

Interdisciplinary studies that connect business research with related fields such as economics, sociology, psychology, and information systems are also encouraged, provided that they contribute to the understanding of managerial and organizational phenomena.

• Aims and Scope

The primary aim of Cognivum Journal of Business is to support the development of scholarly research that advances theoretical and empirical understanding in the fields of management and entrepreneurship. The journal seeks to publish research that critically examines managerial practices, organizational processes, and entrepreneurial activities in contemporary business settings.

The journal particularly encourages studies that address emerging challenges faced by organizations operating in rapidly changing economic, technological, and institutional environments. By promoting rigorous research and analytical perspectives, the journal aims to contribute to ongoing academic discussions surrounding organizational effectiveness, leadership, innovation, and strategic decision-making.

Cognivum Journal of Business welcomes submissions that develop theoretical frameworks, test managerial theories through empirical analysis, or synthesize existing research to provide new insights into business and organizational phenomena. Research employing diverse methodological approaches—including quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods—is encouraged.

The scope of the journal encompasses research that explores managerial and entrepreneurial dynamics across different organizational forms, industries, and institutional contexts. The journal values studies that enhance scholarly understanding of organizational behavior, strategic management, innovation processes, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Through these aims and scope, the journal seeks to encourage research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in business and management studies while offering insights that may inform organizational practice and future research directions.

• Editorial Team

to be informed...

• Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to Cognivum Journal of Business undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and academic rigor of published research.

Following submission, manuscripts are initially evaluated by the Editor to determine their relevance to the journal’s scope and basic academic standards. Submissions that meet these criteria are then sent to independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant research area.

During the review process, the identities of both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. Based on the reviewers’ evaluations and recommendations, the Editor makes the final decision regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection of the manuscript.

The journal is committed to conducting the review process in a fair, transparent, and timely manner while maintaining the integrity of scholarly publishing.

• Publication Ethics

Cognivum Journal of Business is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct in academic publishing. The journal expects authors, reviewers, and editors to adhere to established principles of integrity, transparency, and responsible research practices throughout the publication process.

Submitted manuscripts must represent original work that has not been previously published and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions accurately present the research conducted and properly acknowledge the work of others through appropriate citation and referencing.

All forms of plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and unethical research practices are strictly prohibited. Manuscripts identified as containing unethical practices may be rejected during the review process or withdrawn after publication if necessary.

Authors should ensure that all individuals who have made a significant contribution to the research are appropriately credited as co-authors. Any potential conflicts of interest related to the research, funding, or affiliations should be clearly disclosed at the time of submission.

Reviewers are expected to evaluate manuscripts objectively, maintain confidentiality regarding submitted materials, and declare any potential conflicts of interest that could influence their assessment.

Editors are responsible for ensuring that submitted manuscripts are evaluated solely on their academic merit and relevance to the journal’s scope. Editorial decisions are made independently and without discrimination based on authors’ institutional affiliation, nationality, or personal background.

By submitting a manuscript to Cognivum Journal of Business, authors agree to comply with the journal’s ethical standards and publication policies.

• Open Access Policy

Cognivum Journal of Business adopts a Diamond Open Access publishing model, which ensures that all published articles are freely accessible to readers without subscription or access fees.

Under this model, the journal does not charge authors any article processing charges (APCs) for the submission, review, or publication of manuscripts. All accepted articles are published online and made openly accessible following the completion of the peer review and editorial processes.

The journal supports the principle that scholarly knowledge should be openly available in order to encourage the dissemination of research findings and to promote academic dialogue within the scholarly community.

Readers are permitted to read, download, and share published articles for academic and non-commercial purposes, provided that appropriate acknowledgment is given to the original authors and the journal.

Through its open access policy, Cognivum Journal of Business aims to support transparency, accessibility, and the broad circulation of academic research.

• Special Issues

Cognivum Journal of Business may periodically publish special issues that focus on emerging themes and contemporary topics within the fields of management and entrepreneurship.

Special issues aim to provide a platform for scholarly discussions on specific research areas that are of growing interest to the academic community. These issues may be coordinated by guest editors with expertise in the relevant topic.

Announcements regarding upcoming special issues, calls for papers, and submission guidelines will be published on this page.

Researchers interested in proposing a special issue are welcome to contact the editorial office with a brief proposal outlining the theme and its relevance to the journal’s scope.

For Authors

• Submit Your Manuscript

Authors wishing to submit their work to Cognivum Journal of Business are invited to ensure that their manuscripts align with the journal’s aims, scope, and submission guidelines.

All submissions should be prepared in accordance with the requirements outlined in the Guidelines for Authors. Manuscripts that do not meet these requirements may be returned to the authors for revision before entering the review process.

Manuscripts can be submitted through the journal’s online submission system. Detailed instructions regarding manuscript preparation and submission procedures are available in the Guidelines for Authors section.

• Guidelines for Authors

Authors intending to submit manuscripts to Cognivum Journal of Business are encouraged to ensure that their work aligns with the journal’s aims and scope. Submissions should present original scholarly contributions and demonstrate clear theoretical or empirical relevance to the field of business and management.

Manuscripts must be prepared accoding to accepted academic writing standards and should be written in clear and concise English. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions comply with the journal’s ethical policies and formatting requirements before submission.

Manuscripts should follow the formatting and structural guidelines outlined below.

Manuscript Length

Research articles submitted to the journal should normally be between 6,000 and 10,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.

Review articles may exceed this limit when the scope of the review justifies additional length.

Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts should generally include the following components:

• Title of the manuscript

• Abstract (150–250 words)

• Keywords (3–5 keywords)

• Introduction

• Literature Review / Theoretical Background

• Methodology

• Findings / Results

• Discussion

• Conclusion

• References

Headings and subheadings should be clearly structured to improve readability.

Referencing Style

All in-text citations and references must follow the APA (7th edition) citation style. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all references.