Journal of Business and Management Excellence (JoBME)

Vision

To be a leading academic journal that drives excellence in management research and practice by fostering innovative, impactful, and globally relevant insights that shape the future of business and leadership.

Mission

The Journal of Business and Management Excellence (JoBME) is committed to promoting high-quality research in key management disciplines, bridging the gap between theory and practice. By publishing rigorous and relevant studies, JoBME aims to advance knowledge, support continuous learning, and contribute to the development of business leaders who drive innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the global economy.

Scope

This journal invites high-quality research across diverse management disciplines, including operations management, supply chain optimization, marketing management, financial management, human resources, organization science, information systems, analytics, sustainable business practices, and international business. The journal welcomes a wide range of methodological approaches, accepting both qualitative and quantitative research. It encourages the submission of empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, analytical models, and review papers that provide fresh insights into contemporary business challenges and opportunities. The journal is particularly interested in research that addresses issues such as process optimization, customer engagement, financial risk management, talent development, digital transformation, sustainability, and ethical business practices. Studies that explore international business environments and global market dynamics are also welcome. Interdisciplinary approaches that combine insights from multiple management fields to solve complex organizational problems are highly valued. The journal aims to contribute to developing theory and practical solutions that enhance business performance and foster managerial excellence across industries and markets.

• Patron: Director of TAPMI, Prof. Rajeev Kumra

Professor & Director of TAPMI, Marketing Management (MM)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: rajeev.kumra@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/rajeev-kumra/ 

• Editor-In-Chief: Prof. Tathagata Ghosh

Professor & Chairperson – PhD, Marketing Management (MM)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: tathagata.ghosh@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/tathagata-ghosh/

• Managing Editor: Prof. Varun Sharma

Assistant Professor, Co-Chairperson – Student Activities & Co-Chairperson – Operations & Decision Science (ODS)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: sharma.varun@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/varun-sharma/

• Editor: Prof. Vasanth Kamath

Professor, Chairperson-Admissions & Chairperson – Operations and Decision Science (ODS)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: vasanth.kamath@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/vasanth-kamath-v-p/

• Editor: Prof. Mukta Srivastava

Associate Professor, Chairperson – Gender Harassment Committee & Chairperson – Marketing Management (MM),

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: mukta.srivastava@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/mukta-srivastava/

• Editor: Prof. Muneza Kagzi

Associate Professor & Chairperson – Strategy and General Management (SGM)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: muneza.kagzi@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/muneza-kagzi/

• Editor: Prof. Nandan Prabhu

Associate Professor & Co-Chairperson – Accounting, Economics, and Finance (AEF)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: nandan.prabhu@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/nandana-prabhu-k-p/ 

• Editor: Prof. Lakshminarayana Kompella

Associate Professor, Chairperson – IT Committee & Chairperson – Information Systems and Analytics (ISA)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104

Email: ln.kompella@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/lakshminarayana-kompella/

• Editor: Prof. Kadumbri Randev

Assistant Professor & Co-Chairperson – HR, Organizational Behaviour and Communications area (HROBC)

T A Pai Management Institute, Badagabettu Road, Manipal, Karnataka- 576104.

Email: kadumbri.randev@manipal.edu

Institute Profile Link: https://www.tapmi.edu.in/faculty/kadumbri-kriti-randev/

Respected Academicians, Researchers, and Industry Professionals,

T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, invites submissions for its Journal of Business and Management Excellence (JoBME). The journal provides a platform to bridge academic research with business practice, fostering critical discussions on contemporary management challenges. We welcome high-quality research that contributes to advancing business excellence, innovation, and sustainability.

Researchers will receive an incentive of 5000 INR upon the successful acceptance of their paper in the journal. This reward recognizes their valuable contributions and encourages high-quality scholarly submissions.

Themes for Submission

 The journal invites original research, literature review, and conceptual papers related to (but not limited to) the following themes:

• Business Strategy & Leadership
• Marketing & Consumer Insights
• Financial Management & Investments
• Operations & Supply Chain Excellence
• Human Resource & Organizational Behavior
• Technology & Digital Transformation
• Sustainability & Business Ethics
• International Business & Emerging Markets

 
Submission Guidelines

 Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and written in English.

• Submissions should be formatted as per the JoBME author guidelines.
• Referencing should follow APA style (latest edition).
• Manuscripts should be submitted in Word format (.doc/.docx).
• The content must align with the themes of the journal and provide practical or theoretical insights.
• Submissions will be subject to a review process before acceptance.

 
Deadlines 

• Full Manuscript Submission: 30^th March, 2025

For manuscript submissions and further inquiries, please contact jobme.tapmi@manipal.edu. We look forward to your valuable contributions.

“Published articles with downloadable links” (later)

T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, publishes the Journal of Business and Management Excellence (JoBME), a research-driven initiative aligned with the institute’s mission to foster excellence in management education, research, and practice.

JoBME invites research papers, conceptual articles, and review articles for publication in its upcoming issue. Submissions must contribute to contemporary management discourse by demonstrating novelty, practical application, or theoretical advancement in the field of business and management.

 Manuscript Formatting & Submission Guidelines

 Manuscripts must be in English, formatted in MS Word using Times New Roman, font size 12, double spacing.

• Abstract: A concise summary of 200 words, followed by 4 to 6 keywords.
• Structure: Clearly defined sections, numbered as 1.1, 1.2, 1.2.1, etc., where applicable.
• Tables, Graphs, Footnotes, and References should be incorporated within the text and numbered sequentially using Arabic Numerals
• Referencing Style: APA (latest edition).
• Margins: 2.54cm on all sides. No manual pagination is required.
• Length Restrictions:
  • Original Research Papers: 5000 to 7000 words, including all tables and figures.
  • Review Papers and Conceptual Papers: 6000 to 8000 words including all tables and figures.
• Submissions must be sent on jobme@manipal.edu along with a cover letter highlighting the relevance of the manuscript with the journal’s aims and scope.

 
Ethical Considerations & Review Process

• Proper acknowledgment of sources is mandatory. Authors must obtain permission to use any copyrighted material.
• All submissions will undergo a review process. Authors will be notified of revisions or resubmission requirements.
• JoBME is not responsible for any copyright infringements. The sole responsibility lies with the authors.
• The editorial team reserves the right to reject papers that do not meet quality standards or ethical requirements.
• The manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism, and those with a significant similarity index will be rejected.
• Manuscripts that rely excessively on artificial intelligence (AI) for writing, data analysis, or research without significant human intellectual contribution will not be considered for publication. Authors must disclose any AI usage and ensure that their work reflects original thought, critical analysis, and scholarly integrity.
• Please get in touch with jobme@manipal.edu with any queries or submission guidelines.

At JoBME, we prioritize publishing high-quality, well-organized, and impactful research that resonates with a multidisciplinary management audience. The selection process emphasizes originality, clarity, and relevance to contemporary business and management challenges.

Double-Blind Review Process

• All scholarly submissions undergo a preliminary assessment to ensure alignment with JoBME’s focus, target readership, and writing style.
• Eligible manuscripts are subjected to a plagiarism check using Turnitin or similar tools.
• If deemed suitable, manuscripts proceed to a double-blind peer review conducted by two independent experts in the respective field.
• Reviewers evaluate submissions based on relevance, originality, technical rigor, and contribution to the discipline.

 
Review Timeline & Outcomes

• The peer review process typically takes up to three months from the date of submission.
• Possible outcomes include:

• Accepted (minor or no revisions)
• Accepted with Revisions (subject to mandatory modifications)
• Rejected (due to lack of significance, originality, clarity, or excessive length)

• If revisions are requested, resubmission does not guarantee final acceptance. A resubmitted manuscript may undergo further review, possibly by new reviewers.
• Only one resubmission is permitted per manuscript. Extensive review comments are provided only for conditionally accepted papers.

 
Non-Peer-Reviewed Content

• The editorial content are not subject to peer review but are evaluated for quality and relevance by the editorial team.

For any queries regarding the review process, please get in touch with jobme@manipal.edu

The Authors must submit their full manuscript to jobme@manipal.edu along with a cover letter.

Before submitting a manuscript, authors must ensure that their submission adheres to the following guidelines. Submissions that do not comply may be returned for revision:

✅The submission is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration by any other journal. If applicable, an explanation has been provided in the Comments section for the editor.

✅The submission file is in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

✅Where available, URLs for references have been provided.

✅The text is single-spaced, uses a 12-point font, and employs italics instead of underlining (except for URLs).

✅All illustrations, figures, and tables are embedded within the text at appropriate points rather than at the end of the document.

✅The manuscript adheres to JoBME’s Author Guidelines, including formatting and referencing requirements.

Note: Manuscripts that do not comply with the submission guidelines may be returned to the authors for correction before being considered for peer review.

All queries regarding the submission and review process can be sent to jobme@manipal.edu.