Authors’ Satisfaction with the Publishing Procedures of the Uongozi Journal of Management Development Dynamics

IF 1.2 Q3 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE
Joseph G. Mkumbo, Goodluck E. Mosha
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Abstract

Purpose

The primary objective of this study is to provide an understanding of authors’ satisfaction with the publishing processes of journals, specifically focusing on the Uongozi Journal of Management Development Dynamics, published and owned by Mzumbe University.

Design/Methodology/Approach

This study employed a single case-study design that focuses on a specific geographical area to simplify data collection. A mixed-methods approach was used, gathering quantitative data through survey questionnaires and qualitative data through interviews to assess authors’ satisfaction levels with the journal’s publishing processes. The population included a total of 54 authors published in the Uongozi Journal over five years (2017–2021), with a sample of 30 authors selected using a stratified random sampling technique. Quantitative data were analyzed with Microsoft Excel, while qualitative data underwent content analysis and was presented in quotation form.

Findings

The findings indicate high levels of author satisfaction, particularly in areas such as manuscript handling, feedback quality and timely publication. Efficient and timely processes were appreciated by respondents as essential, which fostered collaboration between authors and journal editorial board and reviewers. Additionally, the journal’s robust communication channels and feedback mechanisms created a supportive environment and improved authors’ satisfaction.

Conclusion and Recommendations

The study concludes that authors’ satisfaction with the publishing process is influenced by two factors: first, timeliness, professionalism and the quality of published work; and second, a transparent and well-organized process, along with prompt and constructive feedback. It is recommended that the Uongozi Journal of Management Development Dynamics should assess its reputation, and be indexed in more reputable platforms such as the Directory of Open Access Journal (DOAJ), Arts & Humanities Citation Index (AHCI), SCOPUS and the like to improve its quality. It should also prioritize efficient peer review, provide clear communication and seek qualified editorial board members for it to continue to remain relevant.

作者对《乌恩戈齐管理发展动态期刊》出版程序的满意度
目的本研究的主要目的是了解作者对期刊出版流程的满意度,特别是对姆祖姆贝大学出版和拥有的《Uongozi 管理发展动态期刊》的满意度。研究采用混合方法,通过调查问卷收集定量数据,通过访谈收集定性数据,以评估作者对期刊出版流程的满意度。调查对象包括五年内(2017-2021 年)在《Uongozi 期刊》上发表论文的 54 位作者,采用分层随机抽样技术抽取了 30 位作者作为样本。定量数据使用 Microsoft Excel 进行分析,定性数据则进行了内容分析,并以引文形式呈现。研究结果研究结果表明,作者的满意度很高,尤其是在稿件处理、反馈质量和及时发表等方面。受访者认为高效及时的流程至关重要,它促进了作者与期刊编委会和审稿人之间的合作。此外,期刊强大的沟通渠道和反馈机制创造了一个支持性的环境,提高了作者的满意度。研究得出结论,作者对出版流程的满意度受两个因素的影响:第一,及时性、专业性和出版作品的质量;第二,透明、有序的流程,以及及时和建设性的反馈。建议《Uongozi 管理发展动态期刊》评估其声誉,并在更有声誉的平台上编制索引,如开放获取期刊目录(DOAJ)、艺术& 人文科学引文索引(AHCI)、SCOPUS 等,以提高其质量。它还应优先考虑高效的同行评审,提供清晰的沟通,并寻求合格的编委会成员,以继续保持其相关性。
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来源期刊
PUBLISHING RESEARCH QUARTERLY
PUBLISHING RESEARCH QUARTERLY INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE-
CiteScore
2.20
自引率
22.20%
发文量
75
期刊介绍: Publishing Research Quarterly is an international forum for the publication of original peer-reviewed papers covering significant research on and analyses of the full range of the publishing environment. The journal provides analysis of content development, production, distribution, and marketing of books, magazines, journals, and online information services in relation to the social, political, economic, and technological conditions that shape the publishing process, extending from editorial decision-making to order processing to print and online delivery.  Publishing Research Quarterly publishes significant research reports and analyses of industry trends, covering topics such as product development, marketing, financial aspects, and print and online distribution as well as the relationship between publishing activities and publishing’s constituencies among industry, government, and consumer communities. Scholarly articles, research reports, review papers, essays, surveys, memoirs, statistics, letters, and notes that contribute to knowledge about how different sectors of the publishing industry operate are published as well as book reviews.
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