PLAGIARISM POLICY

Global Journal of Economics, Finance and Management (GJEFM) maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of plagiarism. Upholding originality, academic honesty, and research integrity is fundamental to the journal’s mission and international publishing standards.

1. Commitment to Research Integrity

GJEFM follows guidelines from:

  • Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

  • Elsevier Publishing Ethics Guidelines

  • ICMJE Recommendations

  • DOAJ Best Practices

All manuscripts undergo an originality check before peer review and again before final acceptance.

2. Plagiarism Detection & Screening

Every submission is screened using advanced plagiarism detection tools (Turnitin, iThenticate, or equivalent).
The check covers:

  • Direct text copying

  • Improperly paraphrased content

  • Self-plagiarism

  • Redundant publication

  • Overlapping data

  • Duplicate submission

  • Mosaic / patchwork plagiarism

  • Image and table duplication

  • AI-generated plagiarized content

Similarity Score Threshold:

  • A similarity score below 15% (excluding references and legitimate quotations) is acceptable.

  • Any single-source similarity above 2% may require revision or justification.

The Editorial Office may request revisions, clarifications, or additional references.

3. Types of Plagiarism Considered Unacceptable

GJEFM classifies the following as plagiarism:

A. Direct Plagiarism

Copying phrases, paragraphs, or ideas verbatim without citation.

B. Self-Plagiarism

Reusing one's previously published work without proper attribution or significant new contribution.

C. Mosaic / Patchwork Plagiarism

Mixing copied text with original writing without proper citation.

D. Idea Plagiarism

Using someone’s theories, methods, or ideas without acknowledgment.

E. Image, Graph, Data & Table Plagiarism

Using previously published visuals, datasets, or charts without permission or citation.

F. AI-Generated Plagiarism

Using AI-generated content copied from existing published sources or misrepresenting AI output as original analysis.

4. Author Responsibilities

Authors must ensure:

  • Submitted work is entirely original

  • All sources are properly acknowledged

  • Data and findings are authentic and not fabricated

  • Previous works are cited and not duplicated

  • Permissions for reused content are obtained

  • Co-authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript

Submitting plagiarized content may result in disciplinary actions.

5. Editorial Actions in Case of Plagiarism

Depending on the severity, the journal may take actions including:

If Detected Before Acceptance

  • Request for revision

  • Rejection of manuscript

  • Issuance of a warning to authors

  • Blacklisting for future submissions (in severe cases)

If Detected After Publication

  • Immediate removal of the article from the website

  • Issuance of a formal Retraction Notice

  • Notification to author’s institution or funding body

  • Possible ban on future submissions

GJEFM is committed to maintaining a transparent and ethical scholarly record.

6. Revisions and Clarifications

If similarity is detected due to:

  • Common methodology

  • Literature review content

  • Standard terminologies

  • Correctly quoted text

Authors may be asked to revise and reduce overlapping material.

Failure to respond may lead to rejection.

7. Appeals Process

Authors may appeal editorial decisions related to plagiarism by providing:

  • Detailed explanation

  • Evidence of originality

  • Revised manuscript (if applicable)

All appeals are reviewed by the Editorial Board and are final.

8. Final Responsibility

The corresponding author is fully responsible for ensuring originality during:

  • Submission

  • Revised submissions

  • Final approved version

By submitting to GJEFM, authors acknowledge and accept the journal’s plagiarism rules.

PLAGIARISM POLICY — GJEFM

Global Journal of Economics, Finance and Management (GJEFM) maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of plagiarism. Upholding originality, academic honesty, and research integrity is fundamental to the journal’s mission and international publishing standards.

1. Commitment to Research Integrity

GJEFM follows guidelines from:

  • Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)

  • Elsevier Publishing Ethics Guidelines

  • ICMJE Recommendations

  • DOAJ Best Practices

All manuscripts undergo an originality check before peer review and again before final acceptance.

2. Plagiarism Detection & Screening

Every submission is screened using advanced plagiarism detection tools (Turnitin, iThenticate, or equivalent).
The check covers:

  • Direct text copying

  • Improperly paraphrased content

  • Self-plagiarism

  • Redundant publication

  • Overlapping data

  • Duplicate submission

  • Mosaic / patchwork plagiarism

  • Image and table duplication

  • AI-generated plagiarized content

Similarity Score Threshold:

  • A similarity score below 15% (excluding references and legitimate quotations) is acceptable.

  • Any single-source similarity above 2% may require revision or justification.

The Editorial Office may request revisions, clarifications, or additional references.

3. Types of Plagiarism Considered Unacceptable

GJEFM classifies the following as plagiarism:

A. Direct Plagiarism

Copying phrases, paragraphs, or ideas verbatim without citation.

B. Self-Plagiarism

Reusing one's previously published work without proper attribution or significant new contribution.

C. Mosaic / Patchwork Plagiarism

Mixing copied text with original writing without proper citation.

D. Idea Plagiarism

Using someone’s theories, methods, or ideas without acknowledgment.

E. Image, Graph, Data & Table Plagiarism

Using previously published visuals, datasets, or charts without permission or citation.

F. AI-Generated Plagiarism

Using AI-generated content copied from existing published sources or misrepresenting AI output as original analysis.

4. Author Responsibilities

Authors must ensure:

  • Submitted work is entirely original

  • All sources are properly acknowledged

  • Data and findings are authentic and not fabricated

  • Previous works are cited and not duplicated

  • Permissions for reused content are obtained

  • Co-authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript

Submitting plagiarized content may result in disciplinary actions.

5. Editorial Actions in Case of Plagiarism

Depending on the severity, the journal may take actions including:

If Detected Before Acceptance

  • Request for revision

  • Rejection of manuscript

  • Issuance of a warning to authors

  • Blacklisting for future submissions (in severe cases)

If Detected After Publication

  • Immediate removal of the article from the website

  • Issuance of a formal Retraction Notice

  • Notification to author’s institution or funding body

  • Possible ban on future submissions

GJEFM is committed to maintaining a transparent and ethical scholarly record.

6. Revisions and Clarifications

If similarity is detected due to:

  • Common methodology

  • Literature review content

  • Standard terminologies

  • Correctly quoted text

Authors may be asked to revise and reduce overlapping material.

Failure to respond may lead to rejection.

7. Appeals Process

Authors may appeal editorial decisions related to plagiarism by providing:

  • Detailed explanation

  • Evidence of originality

  • Revised manuscript (if applicable)

All appeals are reviewed by the Editorial Board and are final.

8. Final Responsibility

The corresponding author is fully responsible for ensuring originality during:

  • Submission

  • Revised submissions

  • Final approved version

By submitting to GJEFM, authors acknowledge and accept the journal’s plagiarism rules.