About the Journal

The Journal of Entrepreneurial and Business Sustainability (JEBS) is a distinguished, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing knowledge at the dynamic intersection of entrepreneurship, business strategy, and sustainable development. Published biannually, JEBS serves as a vital platform for global scholars, practitioners, and policymakers committed to fostering resilient, responsible, and future-ready business ecosystems. The journal features original research, critical reviews, and thought-provoking perspectives that illuminate the evolving roles of entrepreneurs and businesses in addressing contemporary challenges such as climate change, resource efficiency, inclusive growth, and ethical governance. With a keen focus on both theoretical innovation and practical relevance, JEBS welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that bridge academic insight with real-world application, offering valuable guidance to stakeholders seeking to embed sustainability into the core of business practice. Whether addressing micro-enterprises or multinational corporations, the journal is committed to shaping the discourse on sustainable business futures in both emerging and developed economies.

 

Scope:
The journal’s scope covers the following thematic areas and related domains:

  • Sustainable and Inclusive Entrepreneurship: Examining green start-ups, social entrepreneurship, and the role of entrepreneurial ecosystems in achieving SDGs.
  • Islamic Entrepreneurship and Maqasid al-Shari’ah: Integrating Islamic values, Maqasid al-Shari’ah, and ethical principles into sustainable business practices.
  • Business Strategy, Resilience, and ESG Integration: Exploring ESG strategies, business model innovation, and organisational resilience for long-term sustainability.
  • Halal Business Ecosystems and Standards: Addressing the development of Halal supply chains, certification processes, and innovation within the global Halal economy.
  • Sustainable Operations and Circular Economy: Focusing on circular economy practices, resource efficiency, carbon neutrality, and sustainable supply chains.
  • Islamic Finance and Sustainable Investment: Analysing Shariah-compliant financial instruments and ESG-integrated Islamic financing for green ventures.
  • Corporate Governance, Ethics, and Leadership: Investigating governance frameworks, ethical leadership, and accountability in both Islamic and conventional contexts.
  • Policy, Regulation, and Institutional Support: Studying the role of policies, regulations, and public-private partnerships in promoting sustainable enterprises.
  • Technological Innovation and Digital Transformation: Exploring digital tools, AI, and data analytics in advancing sustainability and transparency in business operations.
  • Behavioural and Cultural Drivers of Sustainability: Understanding individual and cultural factors influencing ethical, sustainable, and Halal consumer behaviours.

 

Mission:

To advance global knowledge and practice in sustainable and ethical entrepreneurship by providing a leading interdisciplinary platform for high-quality research that empowers scholars, inspires innovative solutions, and shapes resilient, responsible business ecosystems.

 

Vision:

To be a leading global platform for advancing scholarly and practical knowledge that transforms entrepreneurship, business practices, and sustainability initiatives into drivers of ethical, resilient, and inclusive economic growth.

 

Editorial Team

Editor-in-Chief

Dr. Haruna Babatunde Jaiyeoba
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) -Malaysia

Managing Editor

Mr. Hossain Shahoriyer
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) -Malaysia

Editorial Board Members

Prof. Dr. Moha Asri Abdullah
Faculty of Business Studies
Arab Open University - Saudi Arabia

Prof. Dr. Aliyu Dahiru Muhammad
International Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance
Bayero University Kano -Nigeria

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Azizan Binti Che Embi
Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) -Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azam Abdelhakeem Khalid
Faculty of Business Management and Professional Studies
Management and Science University (MSU) -Malaysia

Dr. Ndzembanteh Aboubakary Nulambeh
Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences
University of Bamenda -Cameroon

Dr. Nor Asila binti Nazmi
International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) -Malaysia

Dr. Abdul-hamid abdul-wahab
School of Business
University for Development Studies -Ghana

 

Author Responsibilities

JEBS is committed to providing authors with a professional, transparent, and courteous experience throughout the review and publication process. In return, authors are expected to uphold the following responsibilities:

  • Timely Communication: Authors should respond promptly to editorial queries and requests for revisions or clarifications throughout the review and publication process.
  • Accountability for Content: Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and originality of their submitted work. They should address and resolve any issues related to errors, misrepresentation, or research integrity if raised during the review process or post-publication.
  • Confidentiality of Communications: All correspondence with JEBS editors, including editorial decisions, peer review comments, and manuscript drafts, should be treated as confidential until an editorial decision has been made and the paper is published.
  • Ethical Authorship Practices:
    • Authorship should include all individuals who have made a substantial and meaningful contribution to the research and writing of the manuscript.
    • Individuals who have not contributed significantly, or who decline to be associated with the work, should not be listed as authors. Contributions from others can be acknowledged appropriately.
  • Responsible Use of AI Tools:
    • Consistent with COPE’s position, Large Language Models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, cannot be credited with authorship as they lack the capacity for independent research design and cannot be held accountable for research integrity or originality.
    • Authors must clearly describe the content created or modified by AI tools, cite the tool’s name and version, and provide proper attribution for any works or datasets drawn upon by the AI.
    • Standard tools used solely for spelling or grammar improvements are excluded from this requirement.
    • The Editor reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of AI tool usage in the manuscript.
  • Ethical Compliance for Human Research:
    • If the manuscript involves human participants, authors should ensure that the study has obtained appropriate ethical approvals from a recognised ethics committee.
    • Authors should also confirm that informed consent was obtained from all participants where required, and this information should be included in the manuscript.

By adhering to these responsibilities, authors contribute to the credibility, quality, and integrity of Journal of Entrepreneurial and Business Sustainability.

 

Prepare Your Manuscript

  • Ensure your manuscript is complete, well-written, and free of grammar, spelling, or formatting errors.
  • Check that your manuscript aligns with JEBS’s Scope and complies with the research and publishing ethics guidelines.
  • Obtain any necessary publishing permissions (e.g., for reproduced figures or tables).
  • Follow the formatting guidelines as specified in the JEBS author guidelines.

 

Anonymise Your Manuscript

  • Remove all author names, affiliations, and any self-identifying information from the main manuscript.
  • Use neutral phrases like “previous research has demonstrated” instead of “our previous research has demonstrated.”
  • Do not include unpublished work by the authors in the reference list.
  • Upload acknowledgments and author biographies as separate files.
  • Check figures and captions to ensure no author names are visible.

 

Submission Process

  • Submit your manuscript through JEBS’s system.
  • Do not send submissions by email, third-party agents, or journal representatives.
  • If this is your first submission to JEBS, create a new account.
  • If you already have an account, you can use your existing username and password to login.
  • Double-check your submission for completeness and compliance with JEBS’s requirements.

 

Editorial Check

  • Once submitted, your manuscript will be screened by the JEBS editorial team.
  • The editor may decline or return your manuscript at this stage if it does not align with JEBS’s Aims and Scope, or if the language, structure, or overall quality is deemed insufficient for peer review.
  • If the manuscript is found suitable, it will proceed to the double-blind peer review process.
  • For assistance or queries, please contact the JEBS Editor.