Open Access Policy for the International Interdisciplinary Business Economics Advancement Journal

1. Objective The International Interdisciplinary Business Economics Advancement Journal (IIBEAJ) is committed to promoting open access to scholarly research in the field of business economics. This policy outlines our dedication to facilitating the dissemination of knowledge without financial or technical barriers, thereby fostering global collaboration and advancing the understanding of interdisciplinary business economics.

2. Scope This policy applies to all content published in the International Interdisciplinary Business Economics Advancement Journal, including but not limited to research articles, reviews, commentaries, and editorials.

3. Open Access Model The IIBEAJ adopts a fully open access model, wherein all articles are freely available to readers worldwide without any subscription or access fees. Authors retain copyright of their work, and all published articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing for unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction, provided the original author(s) and source are properly credited.

4. Author Fees To sustain the open access model and cover the costs associated with peer review, editorial processes, and publication, the IIBEAJ charges authors a reasonable article processing charge (APC) upon acceptance of their manuscript. However, the journal offers waivers or discounts for authors from low-income countries or those unable to afford the APC, ensuring inclusivity and equitable access to publication opportunities.

5. Repository Archiving The IIBEAJ supports the archiving of published articles in recognized open-access repositories to enhance long-term accessibility and preservation of scholarly content. Authors are encouraged to deposit their manuscripts in institutional repositories or subject-specific archives after publication, in compliance with funding agency requirements and best practices in open access.

6. Green Open Access In addition to the journal's primary publication platform, authors are permitted to self-archive pre-print or post-print versions of their articles on personal websites, institutional repositories, or other non-commercial platforms, immediately upon acceptance or after an embargo period as stipulated by the journal's policies. This practice, known as green open access, complements the journal's efforts to maximize the visibility and impact of research outputs.

7. Promotion of Open Access Principles The IIBEAJ actively advocates for the principles of open access within the scholarly community and beyond. We collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including academic institutions, funding agencies, and policymakers, to raise awareness about the benefits of open access publishing and to support initiatives aimed at democratizing access to knowledge.

8. Review and Revision This open access policy is subject to periodic review and may be revised as necessary to align with evolving standards and best practices in scholarly publishing. Any proposed changes to the policy will be communicated transparently to authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders.

9. Conclusion The International Interdisciplinary Business Economics Advancement Journal is dedicated to advancing research in business economics and promoting the principles of open access. By adhering to this policy, we aim to foster collaboration, innovation, and the dissemination of knowledge for the betterment of society.

Date of Adoption: 2020 Date of Last Revision: 2022