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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

The Exponent, the official research journal of the University of Mindanao College of Business Administration Education, invites submissions of original research articles, review papers, case studies, and book reviews in business administration and related fields. To ensure a streamlined review and publication process, authors are required to adhere to the following guidelines when preparing their manuscripts. Submissions must follow the APA (American Psychological Association) 7th edition formatting guidelines.

1. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts must be submitted electronically via The Exponent submission portal.
  • Manuscripts should be written in English and adhere to the formatting guidelines outlined below.
  • Submissions must be original, unpublished works and not under consideration by other journals.

2. Manuscript Preparation

2.1. General Formatting

  • Document Format: Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Font: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
  • Margins: Set margins to 1 inch on all sides.
  • Line Spacing: Use double spacing throughout the manuscript, including the references.
  • Page Numbers: Include page numbers in the upper right corner of each page.

2.2. Structure of the Manuscript

  • Title Page: Include the manuscript title, author(s) name(s), affiliations, and contact details. Clearly identify the corresponding author.
  • Abstract: Provide an abstract of 150-250 words that briefly summarizes the research objectives, methods, key findings, and conclusions.
  • Keywords: Include 3-5 keywords that reflect the content of the manuscript.
  • Main Text: Organize the main text using the following sections: Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion. Subheadings may be used to clarify content within sections.
  • References: List all references cited in the manuscript according to APA 7th edition formatting.

3. Citation and References

3.1. APA Citation Format

  • In-text Citations: Use the author-date method of citation (e.g., Smith, 2020). For direct quotations, include the page number (e.g., Smith, 2020, p. 25).
  • Reference List: List all references in alphabetical order at the end of the manuscript. Each entry should contain full bibliographic details, adhering to APA 7th edition formatting.

3.2. Examples of Common Citation Formats

  • Journal Articles:
    Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page range. https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
    Example:
    Smith, J. A., & Jones, M. R. (2020). Organizational strategies in digital marketing. Journal of Business Research, 45(2), 123-145. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbusres.2020.05.001

  • Books:
    Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
    Example:
    Brown, L. (2019). Principles of marketing management. Pearson.

  • Chapters in Edited Books:
    Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the chapter. In E. E. Editor (Ed.), Title of the book (pp. xx-xx). Publisher.
    Example:
    Davis, K. (2018). Consumer behavior trends. In R. Green (Ed.), Advances in marketing research (pp. 45-67). Sage.

  • Conference Papers:
    Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year, Month). Title of the paper. In E. E. Chairperson (Chair), Title of Symposium. Symposium conducted at the meeting of Organization Name, Location.
    Example:
    Miller, T., & Lee, J. (2019, June). Innovative strategies in project management. In R. Taylor (Chair), Business Innovation and Leadership. Symposium conducted at the International Conference on Business Studies, Boston, MA.

  • Websites:
    Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of webpage. Website Name. URL
    Example:
    National Institute of Standards and Technology. (2021, July 13). Cybersecurity framework. U.S. Department of Commerce. https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework

4. Figures and Tables

  • Figures: Number figures sequentially (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2) and include a concise caption. All figures must be referenced in the text and comply with APA guidelines for figure formatting.
  • Tables: Number tables sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Table 2) and provide a descriptive title. All tables must be referenced in the text and follow APA guidelines for table formatting.
  • File Formats: Figures should be submitted in high-resolution formats such as .jpeg, .png, or .tiff.

5. Peer Review Process

  • All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.
  • Authors will receive constructive feedback from reviewers, with revisions required before final acceptance.
  • The review process generally takes 6-8 weeks.

6. Copyright and Permissions

  • Authors must sign a copyright transfer agreement upon acceptance of their manuscript.
  • Articles published in The Exponent are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License, allowing for sharing and adaptation with appropriate attribution.

7. Ethics and Integrity

  • The Exponent adheres to strict ethical guidelines to maintain research integrity.
  • Plagiarism, data fabrication, and other forms of academic misconduct are strictly prohibited.

8. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about manuscript preparation or the submission process, please contact the editorial office at cbaefinaldefense@umindanao.edu.ph.

Articles

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Copyright Notice

By submitting a manuscript to The Exponent, authors agree to the following copyright terms:

  1. Copyright Ownership and Licensing: Authors retain the copyright to their work while granting The Exponent, the official research journal of the University of Mindanao College of Business Administration Education, the right to publish and distribute their article. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License. This license permits others to share, copy, distribute, and transmit the work, as well as adapt and build upon it for any purpose, including commercial use, provided the original authorship is properly attributed.

  2. Author Warranties: By submitting their work, authors warrant that:

    • The manuscript is their original work and has not been published or submitted for publication elsewhere.
    • All co-authors (if any) have agreed to the submission and publication of the manuscript.
    • The work does not infringe any copyright, contain any libelous statements, or violate any other rights of third parties.

  3. Rights to Distribute: Authors grant The Exponent the right to electronically archive, distribute, and use the work in any media format.

  4. Modifications and Derivatives: Under the terms of the CC BY 4.0 License, others may remix, transform, and build upon the material, provided appropriate credit is given to the original work and any modifications are clearly indicated.

By agreeing to these terms, authors acknowledge and accept the above conditions as part of the submission and publication process with The Exponent. This agreement ensures wide dissemination and accessibility of the research while protecting the integrity and attribution of the authors' work.

Privacy Statement

The Exponent, the official research journal of the University of Mindanao College of Business Administration Education, is committed to protecting the privacy of our users, authors, reviewers, and visitors. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal data and explains your rights regarding your information. We comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) of the Philippines and other applicable data protection regulations.

Collection and Use of Personal Data

We collect personal information to manage our journal operations, including user registration, manuscript submission, peer review processes, and journal communications. This may include, but is not limited to, your name, affiliation, contact information, and other relevant details necessary for journal management and publication.

Specifically, personal data is collected for:

  • User registration for accessing our submission and review systems.
  • Communication with authors, reviewers, and readers.
  • Editorial and peer review processes.
  • Sending journal-related communications such as notifications about submissions, updates, or calls for papers.

Data Storage and Security

All personal data collected is securely stored using industry-standard security measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access to your personal data is limited to authorized personnel involved in managing the journal and its editorial processes.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share, sell, or disclose your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, except when required by law, regulatory authorities, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the journal, its users, or the public.

Exceptions include:

  • When sharing information with reviewers or editorial board members during the peer review process.
  • Compliance with legal obligations.

Your Rights

Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and other applicable regulations, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data held by The Exponent.
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Updates to the Privacy Statement

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Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or your personal data, please contact us at:

The Exponent
University of Mindanao College of Business Administration Education
Email: cbaeresearchoffice@umindanao.edu.ph
Contact Phone Number: (082) 227-5456 local 133