International Research Journal of Public Administration and Governance

Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

The International Research Journal of Public Administration and Governance (IRJPAG) focuses on publishing original, unpublished, and peer-reviewed research in the fields of Public Administration, Public Policy, and Governance. The journal covers a broad range of topics including but not limited to: Public Sector Management, Government Policy and Regulation, Decentralization and Devolution, Democratic Governance, Public Finance Management, E-Government, Anti-Corruption, Public Service Delivery, Local Government, Leadership in Public Sector, and Institutional Reforms.

 

Section Policies

Articles

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Peer Review Process

The International Research Journal of Public Administration and Governance (IRJPAG) follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process. All submitted manuscripts are initially screened by the Editor-in-Chief for scope and quality. Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent expert reviewers who evaluate the work for originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field. Authors are notified of the reviewers' decisions within 1 to 10 days of submission. The final decision to accept, revise, or reject a manuscript rests with the Editor-in-Chief based on the reviewers' recommendations.

 

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.