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Guidelines to Author

NJISS welcomes original empirical research in risk management, insurance, and social security, with special relevance to developing nations.

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Submission Requirements

Originality and author approval

Submission of a manuscript implies that the work is not copyrighted, published, or submitted elsewhere except in abstract form. The corresponding author should ensure that all authors approve the manuscript before submission.

Copyright and publication rights

Manuscripts are accepted on condition of transfer of copyright. Once accepted, the manuscript may not be published elsewhere without the consent of the copyright holders.

Research contribution and scope

Papers should make a substantial empirical contribution, be technically well-crafted, and be of interest to academia and professionals. Empirical papers relevant to developing nations are especially encouraged.

Figures, graphs, and photographs

Drawings and graphs should be original and not copied from others. Attach sufficient supporting data to graphs and figures, and ensure photographs are high-resolution and submitted electronically.

General manuscript setup

All submissions should be in English, typed in Times New Roman, 12-point font, with one-inch margins on all sides and 1.5 line spacing. Standard papers should generally be 4,000 to 6,000 words, including illustrations and tables.

Title and language clarity

The title should be as short as possible while reflecting the theme clearly. The language of the paper should be simple, clear, and easy to understand.

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Quick Format Rules

  • Accepted files DOC, DOCX, or RTF
  • Word count 4,000 - 6,000 words
  • Font & spacing Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing
  • Page margins 1 inch on all sides
  • Language English

For deserving papers, length is not treated as a strict constraint.

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Citation & Referencing

APA Style

The live NJISS guideline requires APA author-date referencing for citations, tables, figures, and the final alphabetical reference list.

  • check_circle Use in-text citations in author-date APA format.
  • check_circle Provide a full alphabetical reference list at the end of the paper.
  • check_circle Label tables and figures clearly with titles and legends.
  • check_circle Use annexes for supporting information not suitable for the main text.
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Manuscript Structure

1

Title page

Include the title of the paper, author names, author prefixes, affiliations, corresponding email address of the first author, and up to five recent publications if required.

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Abstract, keywords, and JEL classification

Provide a concise 250-300 word abstract stating objectives, brief methodology, major conclusions, and suggestions if required, followed by three to five keywords and JEL classification.

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Five core chapters

Organize the paper as Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results and Discussion, and Conclusion, with clearly indicated heading levels such as 1.1, 2.1, and so on.

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References and annexes

Use APA references and place supporting information that does not fit the main text in annexes such as Annex-1, Annex-2, and so forth.

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Consortia and corresponding author details

If the work is submitted on behalf of a consortium, include the group name properly and ensure one corresponding author is designated in both the manuscript and the submission system.

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Formatting Guidelines

check_circle Manuscript files may be submitted in DOC, DOCX, or RTF format, and Word files should not be locked or protected.
check_circle Headings and sub-headings may be expanded up to three levels and should be clearly indicated in the manuscript text.
check_circle Do not format the text in multiple columns, and avoid unnecessary footnotes by moving that material into the main text or reference list.
check_circle Define abbreviations on first use and keep non-standard abbreviations to a minimum.
check_circle Display all but very short mathematical expressions on a separate centered line and number equations consecutively on the right margin.
check_circle Number tables and figures consecutively using Arabic numerals, and provide each one with a title and descriptive legend.
check_circle Supplementary appendices may include extra tables, figures, and data descriptions.
check_circle Submissions that do not follow these guidelines may be returned by the Editorial Assistant.
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Responsibilities of Authors

task_alt Present an accurate and objective account of the research and its significance.
task_alt Provide enough detail and references for the work to be replicated.
task_alt Ensure the work is entirely original and that borrowed words or ideas are properly cited or quoted.
task_alt Do not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal or primary publication.
task_alt Acknowledge the work of others and cite influential publications appropriately.
task_alt Limit authorship to those who made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study.
task_alt Name other substantive contributors in an Acknowledgement section where appropriate.
task_alt Disclose financial or other conflicts of interest, as well as all sources of project support.
task_alt Promptly notify the Editor-in-Chief or publisher if a significant error or inaccuracy is discovered after publication.

Scientific Misconduct and Retraction

In cases of alleged or proven scientific misconduct, fraudulent publication, or plagiarism, the publisher and Editors-in-Chief will take appropriate corrective measures, including an erratum or full retraction where necessary.