Somaiya Vidyavihar University

Guidelines

Submission Guidelines

All submissions must be original and should not be considered for publication or for presentation elsewhere. Each author may submit up to three papers, regardless of authorship order. Author details must not appear in the header, footer, the main text of the paper. Requests to modify author names, orders, or affiliations are not accepted after submission. Submissions may follow any research methodology. The designated track code should be indicated at the beginning of the title (e.g., Track #: Title).

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Guidelines for Research Paper Abstract Submission (250-300 words)

Purpose

Findings

Study design / methodology / approach

Research limitations / implications

Practical implications

Social implications

Originality and Value

Guidelines for Extended Abstract or Full Paper Preparation

  • Manuscripts should be prepared in Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, with 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins on all sides and a page size of 8.5” × 11”. The references may be single spaced.

  • The complete submission—including the title page (in Title Case), abstract, main text, figures, tables, and references—must be compiled into a single document in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format, No PDF files allowed.

  • Headings: Use only three levels, all in bold.

    • First level: ALL CAPS, centered
    • Second level:Title Case, aligned left
    • Third level: Sentence case, indented, italicized, and run into the paragraph
  • Word Count: The word count for full research papers should be between 4,500 and 6,000 words, excluding references, tables, and figures. Extended abstracts are limited to 500 words.

  • Do not include page numbers or running heads. If notes are necessary, footnotes are used on the same page. Endnotes should not be used.

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Case Study Abstract Submission

  • Executive summary
  • Problem Identification
  • Brief history / Background of the Company / Organization
  • Industry & Company analysis
  • Key Issues and options/ alternative solutions
  • Recommendations & Learning outcomes

Please Note:

  • Full Research Paper / Full Case Study with Teaching Note submission is mandatory for publication.
  • Selected Papers can be sent for publication in the Scopus/ABDC list of Journals subject to fulfillment of terms and conditions of the journals. Additional charges will be applicable accordingly.