Author Guidelines

Accounting Crystal World: An International Journal welcomes high-quality manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of accounting and business studies. Authors are expected to adhere strictly to the following guidelines to ensure the quality, integrity, and consistency of published articles.

 

1. Types of Manuscripts

The journal accepts:

  • Original Research Articles (primary priority)
  • Review Articles (systematic or critical reviews)
  • Analytical and Conceptual Papers

All submissions must demonstrate originality, academic rigor, and relevance to the journal’s focus and scope.

 

2. Manuscript Preparation

Manuscripts must be written in clear and professional English and prepared using the journal template.

General Format

  • Length: 6,000–8,000 words
  • Font: Avenir Next LT Pro Reguler, 11 pt
  • Spacing: 1.15 line spacing
  • Margin: 2.5 cm on all sides

 

3. Structure of the Manuscript

Authors should organize the manuscript as follows:

Title

The title should be concise, clear, and informative, accurately reflecting the main content of the study. It should be written in no more than 15 words. Typed in all capital letters, bold AvenirNext LT Pro Reguler 14.

Abstract

The abstract should be written in a single paragraph consisting of 150–250 words. It must clearly present the purpose of the study, the methodology used, the key findings, and the main contribution of the research. It must be concise, precise, and free from citations, abbreviations (unless widely known), and references to tables or figures.
Authors are encouraged to structure the abstract in a logical flow by briefly stating the research problem or objective, followed by the methodology employed, the key results obtained, and the main contribution or implications of the study. The abstract should emphasize the novelty and significance of the research, particularly in addressing current issues in accounting and business.

Keywords

Authors should provide 3–5 keywords that accurately represent the core topics of the study and facilitate indexing and discoverability.

Introduction

The introduction should outline the background of the study, clearly identify the research gap, and present the research objectives and contributions. It should demonstrate the significance and relevance of the study within the field.

Literature Review and Hypothesis Development (if applicable)

This section should provide a comprehensive theoretical foundation by reviewing relevant literature and prior studies. It should critically analyze existing knowledge and lead to the development of hypotheses or research questions, where applicable.

Methodology

The methodology section should describe the research design, data sources, sampling techniques, and analytical methods employed in the study. It should also address any ethical considerations relevant to the research.

Results and Discussion

This section should present the research findings clearly and systematically. The discussion should provide a critical interpretation of the results, linking them to theoretical frameworks and previous studies to highlight their significance.

Conclusion

The conclusion should summarize the key findings of the study and outline their theoretical and practical implications. It should also acknowledge the limitations of the research and provide suggestions for future studies.

Acknowledgement (Optional)

Authors may acknowledge funding sources, institutional support, or individuals who contributed to the research.

Declaration of Conflicting Interests

The authors declare that there is no conflict of interest regarding the publication of this paper.

Data Availability Statement

The data that support the findings of this data are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request. (or specify repository if available)

References

All references must use the citation tool. The references used must be sourced from journals of at least 80% of all sources used. References used for the last 5 years except for theory. All sources from journals list the DOI of each article. Bibliography writing AvenirNext LT Pro 11 letters, 1.15 space, bottom space 6pt. The writing format follows APA Style latest edition as below.

Article Journal:

Almaqtari, F. A., Al-Ahdal, W. M., Mishra, N., & Tabash, M. I. (2021). The effect of corporate governance on compliance with indian accounting standards: An empirical analysis of post IFRS convergence. Journal of Governance and Regulation, 10(4), 40–58.

Books:

Bougie, R., & Sekaran, U. (2025). Research Methods for Business, with eBook Access Code: A Skill Building Approach. john wiley & sons.

Article Conferences (Proceedings):

Ilyas, F. A., & Setyorini, C. T. (2023, June). Factors Affecting the Profitability of Rural Banks in Tasikmalaya. In Proceeding of International Students Conference on Accounting and Business (Vol. 2, No. 1).

 

4. Submission Process

All manuscripts must be submitted through the online system:

  • Open Journal Systems

Authors must:

  • Register as an author
  • Complete all required metadata
  • Upload manuscript and supplementary files

 

5. Peer Review Process

The journal applies a double-blind peer review system. Each manuscript will be evaluated by at least two independent reviewers. The Editor makes the final decision based on reviewers’ comments.

Possible decisions include:

  • Accept
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Reject

The review process typically takes 4–8 weeks, depending on reviewer availability.

 

6. Publication Ethics

Authors must comply with the ethical standards set by the Committee on Publication Ethics and the journal’s Publication Ethics policy.

 

7. Plagiarism Policy

All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., iThenticate).

  • Similarity index should be below 20% (excluding references)
  • Manuscripts with high similarity will be rejected or returned for revision

 

8. Authorship Criteria

Authorship is limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to:

  • The conception or design of the work
  • Data collection, analysis, or interpretation
  • Drafting or revising the manuscript

All authors must approve the final version before submission.

 

9. Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that may influence the research.

 

10. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Authors must disclose the use of AI tools (e.g., for writing, data analysis, or visualization).
AI tools cannot be listed as authors. Authors remain fully responsible for the content.

 

11. Data Availability

Authors are encouraged to provide access to their data and ensure transparency and reproducibility of research findings.

 

12. Article Processing Charge (APC)

Accounting Crystal World: An International Journal does not charge any fees for manuscript submission, processing, or publication. All accepted articles are published free of charge

 

13. Copyright and License

Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right of first publication. Articles are published under an open-access license.