The Journal of Management and Entrepreneurship Science) is committed to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the scholarly record in the fields of Management and Entrepreneurship. Should errors, inaccuracies, or ethical breaches be discovered in an article after its publication, the journal will address the matter promptly, transparently, and fairly. This policy adheres to the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), specifically their Retraction Guidelines.

Issues may be brought to light by authors, readers, peer reviewers, the Editorial Board, the authors' affiliated institutions, or other parties. Such concerns may be reported via the OJS platform or the journal’s official email address: jurnaljimk88@gmail.com

Types of Actions

1. Correction (Erratum/Corrigendum): Issued when errors are identified that do not affect the validity of the data, methodology, or the article's main conclusions.

• Erratum: A correction for errors originating from the journal (e.g., mistakes in editing, layout, or printing).
• Corrigendum: A correction for errors originating from the authors (e.g., mistakes in names, affiliations, figures in tables, units of measurement, or figure captions).

A notice of correction will be published in the subsequent issue, with a two-way link established between the original article and the correction notice. The online version of the article will be updated, accompanied by a clear note detailing the changes made.

2. Expression of Concern

Issued when there are allegations of serious issues regarding the integrity of an article, but the evidence is insufficient to warrant a retraction, an investigation is still ongoing, or the relevant institution has yet to provide the results of an inquiry. This statement will be linked to the article in question and may subsequently lead to a correction, a retraction, or be removed if the allegations are proven unfounded.

3. Retraction

Implemented when an article can no longer be considered reliable due to the following reasons:

• Fabrication or falsification of data.
• Plagiarism or the use of material without proper attribution. Duplicate or redundant publication without appropriate disclosure.
• Serious errors in data, methods, or analysis that render the conclusions invalid.
• Violations of research ethics, such as the absence of ethical clearance or informed consent in research involving human or animal subjects.
• Ambiguity regarding authorship or undisclosed conflicts of interest that influence the results.
• Manipulation of the peer-review process.

Handling Procedures

1. Receipt of report: The Editorial Board records and acknowledges receipt of the report within [at least 7 working days].

2. Initial assessment: The Editor-in-Chief evaluates whether the report has a sufficient basis.

3. Clarification: The corresponding author is requested to provide an explanation and supporting evidence within [at least 14 working days]. The journal may consult with peer reviewers, independent experts, or the author’s institution.

4. Decision: Based on the assessment, the Editorial Board determines the appropriate course of action (correction, expression of concern, retraction, or no action).

5. Publication and notification: The decision is made public, and relevant parties—including the authors, their institutions, and indexing services, where applicable—are notified.

Provisions for Retraction Notices

A retraction notice shall:

• Be freely accessible and linked to the retracted article.
• Include the title, author names, and the identifier of the original article (e.g., DOI).
• State the party requesting the retraction (the authors, the journal, or another party).
• Explain the reasons for the retraction in a clear, objective, and non-accusatory manner.
• Be published without delay to prevent further citation of the retracted article.

Retracted articles are not removed from the archive. They remain available, marked with a watermark or the label “RETRACTED” on every page of the PDF and on the article’s webpage within the OJS (Open Journal Systems) platform, ensuring that the scholarly record remains traceable. Complete removal is carried out only in exceptional cases—for instance, if an article violates the law, is defamatory, or poses a risk to public health.

Rights and Responsibilities of Authors

• Authors are required to promptly notify the journal if they discover errors in their published articles.
• Authors have the right to submit objections or provide clarifications before a final decision is reached.
• Authors may request the retraction of their own articles by providing a written justification.
• Authors found to have committed serious misconduct may face sanctions, including the rejection of future submissions for a specified period and notification to their affiliated institution.

Article Removal and Confidentiality

The entire handling process is conducted confidentially and professionally, with the identity of the person reporting an issue protected to the fullest extent possible. The journal does not charge any fees for the publication of corrections or retractions.

Contact

Reports regarding corrections and retractions may be directed to:

Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Management and Entrepreneurship Science (JIMK)

Email: jurnaljimk88@gmail.com