The 17th International Conference of Management Research (ICMR 2026) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics, transparency, and integrity in scholarly communication. The conference adopts and implements internationally recognized ethical guidelines, particularly those developed by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and aligns its practices with leading academic publishers to ensure credibility, fairness, and accountability throughout the publication process.
The editorial team holds full responsibility for the quality and integrity of the conference proceedings. Editors evaluate submissions solely based on academic merit, originality, methodological rigor, and relevance to the conference theme, without discrimination based on authors’ background, affiliation, or nationality.
Editors ensure that:
Authorship must accurately reflect the intellectual contributions of individuals involved in the research. All listed authors should have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study.
Authors are required to:
The conference strictly prohibits:
ICMR 2026 is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations. The conference ensures equal opportunity for participation and evaluation regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, institutional affiliation, or career stage. Editorial and review processes are designed to eliminate bias and support inclusive academic engagement. The conference actively encourages submissions from diverse geographical regions and interdisciplinary backgrounds.
Authors bear primary responsibility for the content of their submissions. Manuscripts must represent original work that has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere. All sources must be appropriately cited, and permissions must be obtained where required.
Authors must ensure:
Reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality of the conference proceedings. They are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations of manuscripts.
Reviewers must:
They are also responsible for identifying:
ICMR 2026 follows a rigorous multi-stage peer review process. Each submission undergoes:
This process ensures transparency, objectivity, and adherence to global academic standards.
The conference strictly prohibits all forms of unethical research behaviour. This includes, but is not limited to:
Research involving human participants must comply with recognized ethical standards. Authors must confirm that informed consent has been obtained and that participants’ privacy and confidentiality are protected. Sensitive data must be handled responsibly, and identifying information must not be disclosed without explicit consent.
Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work does not infringe upon existing copyrights or intellectual property rights.
They must:
Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable. This includes copying text, ideas, data, or results without proper acknowledgment. All submissions are screened using Turnitin, and manuscripts exceeding acceptable similarity thresholds will be rejected. The conference follows COPE guidelines in handling suspected plagiarism cases.
Authors must not submit the same manuscript to multiple venues simultaneously. Reuse of previously published work without proper citation is considered self-plagiarism and is strictly prohibited. Submissions must represent substantially new and original contributions.
All stakeholders, including authors, reviewers, and editors, must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the publication process.
These may include:
ICMR 2026 encourages transparency and reproducibility in research. Authors should maintain accurate records of their data and methodologies and be prepared to share supporting data where appropriate. Reproducibility strengthens the credibility and impact of research findings and aligns with international best practices.
The conference is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. In cases where significant errors or ethical issues are identified after publication, appropriate measures will be taken, including:
Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions or raise concerns regarding the review process. Appeals must be supported by clear justification and will be reviewed by the editorial committee. The conference ensures that all complaints are handled fairly, confidentially, and in accordance with established ethical procedures.
ICMR 2026 enforces strict policies against publication malpractice. The following actions are considered serious violations:
Confirmed cases may result in rejection, withdrawal, blacklisting, and notification to relevant institutions.
The conference maintains a clear separation between editorial content and promotional activities. Paid advertisements, sponsorships, or partnerships do not influence editorial decisions. All promotional content, if any, will be clearly identified and will not compromise the integrity or independence of the publication process.
This Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement reflects the commitment of ICMR 2026 to uphold the highest standards of ethical publishing. The conference aligns its policies with internationally recognized frameworks, including those established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), ensuring transparency, accountability, and excellence in scholarly communication.
