Journal Paper Development Workshops
Work on your paper with the editors of three leading journals. Each workshop is led by the journal’s editor, who gives developmental feedback on fit, framing and positioning.
Paper Development Workshops
Three journals, three editors
Led by
Professor Alfredo De Massis
Editor of ETP
Led by
Professor Luigi M. De Luca
Co-Editor in Chief of JPIM
Led by
Professor John Cadogan
Editor in Chief of IMR
Who should attend
Who Should Attend This Event?
The purpose of the PDWs is to provide scholars with constructive, developmental feedback on their ongoing research within the respective areas of focus of each participating journal. Although many of the papers discussed may ultimately be submitted to ETP, JPIM, or IMR, the workshops have a broader objective: to enhance the quality of scholarly research and support the successful integration of emerging scholars into the fields of entrepreneurship, innovation, and international marketing.
We welcome submissions of research papers and early-stage research ideas that authors wish to discuss with the participating journal editors.
We particularly encourage
Early-career scholars seeking to develop their understanding of the academic publishing process
Established scholars interested in conducting high-quality business research
Researchers affiliated with universities in emerging and developing economies
Format
How Will the Event Be Structured?
The PDWs are designed to provide substantive and constructive feedback to authors whose submissions have been accepted by the workshop organizers. Each workshop will comprise two components:
1
90 minutes
Introductory Session
The editorial team will lead a session addressing the manuscript review process and key considerations for authors seeking to publish in ETP, JPIM, IMR, and other leading journals in the fields of entrepreneurship, innovation, and international marketing.
2
90 minutes
Main Workshop Session
This session will focus on the research papers accepted for the PDW. Authors will have the opportunity to present their work and receive targeted developmental feedback aimed at strengthening their manuscripts and enhancing their prospects of publication in an appropriate academic journal.
Submissions
How Can I Submit a Paper?
Scholars interested in participating in a PDW are invited to submit one of the following through the online submission system:
Option 1
Research proposal
Between 700 and 5,000 words.
Option 2
Full research paper
Up to 9,000 words.
Applicants must clearly indicate the specific PDW to which they are submitting their work at the top of the title page.
Authors whose full papers are accepted will have the opportunity to receive detailed feedback on their manuscripts from the editors of the participating journals.
Next steps
What Happens After Acceptance?
31 March 2027
Notification
Submitting authors will be notified of the outcome of the review process by 31 March 2027.
15 April 2027
Confirm participation
Authors whose submissions are accepted must confirm their participation in the relevant PDW by 15 April 2027.
Required
Register for BOSS
Please note that registration for the BOSS conference is mandatory for all authors participating in the PDWs.
Submit your paper to BOSS 2027
Extended abstracts of 500 words, due 28 February 2027.