Authors’ Guidelines

Formatting Guidelines

Authors submitting manuscripts to Pacioli: Accounting and Finance Journal should follow the guidelines outlined below to ensure a smooth submission and review process:

 

Manuscript Preparation:

Manuscripts should be prepared in Microsoft Word or a compatible format.

Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman) and 12-point font size.

Set margins to 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.

The manuscript should be double-spaced.

 

Manuscript Structure:

Manuscripts should be organized as follows:

  • Title Page: Include the title of the paper, author(s)' names and affiliations, corresponding author's email address, and any acknowledgments.
  • Abstract: Provide a concise abstract (150-250 words) summarizing the research objectives, methodology, and main findings.
  • Keywords: Include 3-5 keywords that represent the main topics of your research.
  • Introduction: Clearly state the research problem, provide a rationale, and outline the research objectives.
  • Literature Review: Present a comprehensive review of relevant literature to provide context for your research.
  • Methodology: Describe the research design, data sources, data collection methods, and statistical or analytical techniques used.
  • Results: Present your findings in a clear and structured manner, using tables, figures, and other visuals when appropriate.
  • Discussion: Interpret your results, discuss their implications, and relate your findings to the research objectives.
  • Conclusion: Summarize the key findings and their significance.
  • References: Cite all sources using a consistent citation style APA 7th. Ensure that all references are accurate and complete.

 

Figures and Tables:

All figures and tables should be cited in the text and provided with clear captions. Ensure that figures and tables are of high quality and can be easily understood.

 

Citations and References:

Follow a recognized citation style APA 7th  consistently throughout the manuscript. List all references in the "References" section in alphabetical order.

 

Ethical Considerations:

Clearly state any potential conflicts of interest. Acknowledge the source of funding or support for the research.

Ensure that the research has been conducted in an ethical and responsible manner

 

Submission Guidelines (Also a tab where they will be able to submit their paper)

All manuscripts must be submitted via the journal's online submission system. Please check the journal's website for submission instructions.

 

Authors should prepare their manuscripts according to the guidelines provided in the "Author Guidelines" section on the journal's website. These guidelines include formatting requirements, citation styles, and other important instructions for manuscript preparation. All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the online submission system.

 

Authors are encouraged to ensure the clarity and rigor of their research, adhere to ethical standards, and provide all necessary details to facilitate the review process. Manuscripts should be well-structured and presented in a professional manner.