Scope of this Journal
The IPN Journal of Research and Practice in Public Sector Accounting and Management is a scholarly, peer-reviewed journal of the National Accounting Institute, Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia. Manuscripts appropriate for publication in this journal include critical reviews of best practices in public sector management and accounting, theoretical and conceptual syntheses, literature reviews, and empirical research using quantitative or qualitative methods. Manuscript length should be in the range of 3,000 to 7,000 words, exclusive
of tables, figures, and appendices. Manuscripts submitted to this journal should not have been published or are being considered for publication elsewhere. However, revision or republication of a manuscript that has been published in conference proceedings or under equivalent circumstances will be considered. Manuscripts can be written in English or Bahasa Malaysia.
Why Write for this Journal?
The journal publishes original works that cover innovative research and practice in various areas of public sector accounting and management. As the public sector plays a vital role as an enabler and facilitator of private sector initiatives by providing efficient delivery systems and customer-focused service, this journal could be a reliable and valuable source for public sector managers and researchers in looking for fresh ways in dealing with problems. The journal will be widely circulated to various government agencies throughout Malaysia. Hence, we will ensure that the quality of the journal is of the highest quality possible.
Manuscript Review
Manuscripts submitted to this journal will be double-blind peer-reviewed. A double-blind review process ensures the journal’s validity and relevance. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on their appropriateness for the journal, significance contribution to theory and practice, conceptual adequacy, and writing style. If the reviewers do not recommend for publication in the journal, or if the manuscripts do not meet our quality thresholds, it is promptly returned to the authors. If the manuscript requires revision, authors will be advised via email before it can be accepted.
Submissions
All manuscripts must be written in rich text format only (MS Word) and can be submitted via our website https://jurnal.ipn.gov.my or email to the Journal Chief Editor: research@anm.gov.my. We will try to respond to all authors within two (2) months from the date the manuscript is received. Please also feel free to give us a ring at 03-3217 2001 and speak to Dr. Ahmad Shukri Abdul Gani should you have any questions regarding publishing your manuscript in this journal.
Copyright
Authors must ensure that their manuscripts do not infringe any existing copyright. Please also note that, upon acceptance and publication of the manuscript, authors automatically transfer the copyright of the manuscript to the publisher without relinquishing the author’s own proprietary right. The transfer of copyright will grant the publisher to permit educational and non-profit institutions a non-exclusive license to republish the manuscript in whole or in part for personal or classroom use without fee, provided that correct attribution and citation are made and this copyright statement (Copyright © 2025 National Accounting Institute, Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia. Reprinted with permission) is reproduced. Any other usage is prohibited without the express permission of the publisher.
Manuscript Preparation Guidelines
Language Policy
The journal accepts manuscripts written in English and Bahasa Malaysia only.
Manuscript Length & Typing
The submission file should be in rich text format only (MS Word) and the manuscript length should be in the range of 3,000 to 7,000 words, exclusive of tables, figures, and appendices.
Title Page
Include a separate title page with the title of the manuscript, author’s name, affiliation, address, phone number, and email. All correspondence will be directed only to the first author.
Abstract
An abstract of 150 to 250 words outlines the purpose, scope and conclusions of the manuscript as well as five selected keywords. If the manuscript is written in Bahasa Malaysia, an abstract in English should be provided. Authors must supply a structured abstract in their submission:
- Purpose (mandatory)
- Design/ Methodology/ Approach (mandatory)
- Findings (mandatory)
- Research Limitations/ Implications (if applicable)
- Practical Implication (if applicable)
- Social Implications (if applicable)
- Originality/ Value (mandatory)
Declaration of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted technologies in writing
Authors must declare the use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in writing in writing upon submission of the paper. The following guidance refers only to the writing process and not to the use of AI tools to analyse and draw insights from data as part of the research process:
- Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies should only be used in the writing process to improve the readability and language of the manuscript;
- The technology must be applied with human oversight and control, and authors should carefully review and edit the results, as AI can generate authoritative-sounding output that can be incorrect, incomplete, or biased. Authors are ultimately responsible and accountable for the contents of the work; and
- Authors must not list or cite AI and AI-assisted technologies as an author or co-author on the manuscript since authorship implies responsibilities and tasks that can only be attributed to and performed by humans.
Please note that authors are entirely responsible for his/ her/ their manuscript. The use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in writing must be declared by authors by submitting AI Declaration Forms. Authors will have to specify the tool that was used and the purpose for using the tool.
Figures and Tables
All figures (charts, graphs, drawings etc.) and tables should be titled and numbered. Figures and Tables should supplement the text and not duplicate it.
Appendices
Use a separate page for appendices (if required). Provide each appendix with a title.
References
Reference to other publication must be in American Psychological Association (APA) citation and format style and carefully checked for completeness, accuracy and consistency.
Acknowledgements
Include an acknowledgement section to give appropriate recognition to all contributors that have contributed to the publication of the paper.
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