Guidelines for Authors

Articles submitted to the Journal of Local Impact and Knowledge Transfer (JLINK) should present empirical research, literature reviews, or case studies relevant to the fields of applied management and business. Articles must be written in English and follow a structured academic layout, including a title, author name(s) and institutional affiliation, abstract, introduction, method, results and discussion, conclusion, and references.

For a detailed layout guide, specific structural rules, and step-by-step formatting instructions, authors must strictly follow the official journal template.

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General Formatting Quick Overview:

  • Paper Size: Formatted on standard A4 paper (21 x 29.7 cm).

  • Manuscript Length: A minimum of 7 pages, including tables, figures, and references.

  • Typography: Written entirely in Times New Roman font.

  • Font Sizes: Article Title (Size 14, Bold, Centered); Main Body Text (Size 12, Regular); Headings & Sub-headings (Size 12, Bold).

  • Line Spacing: 1.0 (Single line spacing) throughout the entire text.

  • Abstract: Must include a concise abstract (ranging between 150–250 words) written clearly in English, accompanied by 3 to 5 relevant keywords.

Manuscripts that do not align with the structural and formatting requirements specified in the full template link above will be returned to the authors for corrections before entering the formal peer-review process.