Submissions

Author Guidelines

USTJMHS Publication Rules and Procedures

I. Publication Requirements:

The University of Science and Technology Journal of Management and Human Sciences publishes research that meets the following conditions:

1. Research Structure:The manuscript must include the following sections:

• Introduction, covering:
  • Theoretical background and literature review, focusing on the research gap the study addresses.
  • Problem statement
  • Research questions (and objectives).
  • Theoretical/conceptual framework (as per the research type).
  • Research hypotheses (as applicable).
  • Theoretical and practical significance of the study.
  • Operational definitions.
• Methodology, including sufficient justification for the chosen design and tools, with attention to ethical considerations where relevant.
• Results and Discussion, linking findings to prior literature and deriving implications.
• Conclusions, Recommendations, and suggestions for practitioners and future researchers.
• Conflict of Interest Statement(if any).
• Disclosure of AI Tools:Specify the use of any Artificial Intelligence tools in the research (tool name, section where it was used, and purpose of use).
• Acknowledgments (optional).

2. Originality & Academic Rigor:The research must be original and meet the standards of rigorous academic scholarship.

• All submitted manuscripts will be screened using specialized software (i.e., Turnitin).

3. Language and Formatting (For Arabic Manuscripts):

• Manuscripts must be written in correct language, adhering to proofreading rules. Figures and charts must be precise.
• Prefer editable figures/charts (e.g., original Excel files or vector graphics).
• Typed in Microsoft Word, font size 16, Traditional Arabic font, single-spaced.
• Page margins: 2.54 cm (top and bottom) and 3.17 cm (right and left).
• Should not exceed 30 pages (including references), or approximately 10,000 words.

4. Language and Formatting (For English Manuscripts):

• Use Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced.
• Page margins: 2.54 cm (top and bottom) and 3.17 cm (right and left).
• Preferred length: 5,000-7,000 words.

5. Tables and Figures:

• Must be placed in the correct locations within the text.
• Include clear titles, necessary explanatory data, and distinct numbering.
• Should not exceed page dimensions (11 cm in height).

6. Referencing and Citation Guidelines:
   To ensure academic integrity, consistency, and alignment with international scholarly standards, authors must strictly adhere to the following guidelines:

• In-Text Citations:
  
  • All citations must follow the APA 7th Edition
  • Use the author’s last name and year of publication in parentheses, e.g., (Al-Amran, 2006).
  • For direct quotations, the page number must be included, e.g., (Al-Hawwari, 2016, p. 217).
  • Authors must ensure complete accuracy and consistency of all in-text citations.
• Reference List Formatting:
  • All references must strictly conform to the APA 7th Edition formatting style with full consistency.
  • All sources cited in the manuscript must appear in the reference list, and all references listed must be cited in the text.
  • References should contain all sources cited in the text, listed alphabetically in a single list (Arabic references typically first, followed by others in English).
• Reference Quality, Currency, and International Scope
  • References must reflect recent developments in the field.
  • A minimum of 25 references is required, and the total must not exceed 50 references, unless justified by the nature of the study (e.g., systematic reviews).
  • At least 80% of the references must have been published within the last ten (10) years, ensuring that the study reflects current theoretical and empirical developments in the field.
  • A minimum of 80% of the references must be drawn from peer-reviewed scientific journals.
  • Authors are strongly encouraged to prioritize high-impact, well-indexed international journals to ensure global academic relevance.
  • The reference list must demonstrate engagement with reputable international literature, ensuring that the study is positioned within a broader global scholarly context.
• Examples of APA Style
  • Book:
    Gardner, H. (2006). Multiple intelligences: New horizons. Basic Books.
  • Journal Article:
    Rabiee, F. (2007). Focus-group interview and data analysis. Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, 63(4), 655–660. https://doi.org/10.1079/PNS2004399
• Compliance
  Failure to comply with these referencing and citation requirements may result in the manuscript being returned to the author for revision prior to peer review.

7. Unpublished Work:The research must not have been previously published or submitted for publication elsewhere.
8. Abstract:Provide an abstract (150-200 words) in the manuscript's language (Arabic/English). It must include: research problem, objectives, methodology, key findings, and conclusions.
9. Keywords:Provide 3-5 keywords immediately after the abstract, listed alphabetically and separated by semicolons.
10. Translation:For Arabic manuscripts, provide a professional English translation of the title, abstract, and keywords. For English manuscripts, provide an Arabic translation of the same.
11. Final Formatting:The journal reserves the right to final formatting. However, the final proof will be sent to the author for approval before publication.

II. Submission and Publication Procedures:

1. Submission: All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal’s online submission system at: https://journals.ust.edu.ye/index.php/USTJMHS
2. Alternative Contact:

• Email: USTJMHS@ust.edu.ye
• University Phone: 00967/1/373237 (Extension 6137)

3. Submit an electronic copy of the manuscript via the online system or the email above.
4. The first page must include the author's full name, academic title, affiliation, email, and ORCID ID (if available).
5. Attach a signed Statement of Originality, confirming no conflict of interest, agreement of all authors to submit, and disclosure of AI tool usage (using the provided form).
6. For multi-author papers, complete the Contributorship Formspecifying each author's contribution.
7. Peer Review:Manuscripts preliminarily accepted undergo Double-Blind Peer Review by specialized, experienced reviewers selected from an international database.
8. Decision Timeline:Authors are notified of the decision within 1-3 months of submission, depending on reviewers' availability.
9. Revisions:If revisions are required, authors must address all reviewers' comments and resubmit within two weeks, along with a detailed response letter and a version with 'Track Changes' enabled.
10. Rejected Manuscripts:The journal provides a written justification to the authors for any rejected manuscript.
11. Publication Link:The link to the published article is sent to the author's email.
12. Copyright:Publishing rights are assigned to the journal, while authors retain several rights under the Creative Commons license.

III. Publication Fees:

The journal requires a publication fee of twenty thousand Yemeni riyals (20,000 YR) for each research paper submitted from inside Yemen. This fee is mandatory and non-refundable, regardless of whether the manuscript is ultimately accepted or rejected for publication.

IV. APC Waiver Policy:

The journal grants a full waiver of Article Processing Charges (APCs) for manuscripts in which all authors are affiliated exclusively with institutions or entities outside Yemen. A full waiver is also granted to manuscripts submitted by researchers affiliated with the University of Science and Technology, Sana'a, Yemen.

Note: Published articles reflect the views of their authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the journal or the university.