Open Access Policy for The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology

Introduction

The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology is committed to the dissemination of high-quality research and knowledge through open access. We believe that free and unrestricted access to academic work enhances the global exchange of knowledge, contributes to the advancement of science, and supports the principles of transparency and equity in research.

Open Access Principles

• Accessibility: All articles published in The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology are freely available to readers worldwide, immediately upon publication, without any subscription or paywall barriers.
• Copyright and Licensing: Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant [Journal Name] the right to publish their articles under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). This license allows others to share, use, and build upon the work, provided the original author is properly credited.
• No Embargo Period: There is no embargo period for any content published in The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology. All articles are made available under open access immediately upon publication.
• Author Rights: Authors retain the right to archive their submitted, accepted, and published articles in institutional or subject repositories, personal websites, or any other platform of their choice. We encourage authors to provide links to the official version of their articles published in The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology.
• Transparency and Accountability: The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology is committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial and peer review processes. We ensure transparency in our policies, practices, and decisions, and provide clear communication to authors and readers. Any potential conflicts of interest will be disclosed.
• Data Sharing: The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology encourages authors to make their research data openly available in accordance with the principles of FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) data. Authors are encouraged to deposit data in suitable repositories and provide links to these datasets in their articles.

Peer Review Process

• The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology employs a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of published research. All articles are reviewed by independent experts in the relevant field.
• The journal adheres to the principles of ethical publishing, including confidentiality, impartiality, and fairness in the review process.

Ethical Standards

• The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology follows established guidelines on ethical publishing, including those set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We take allegations of misconduct seriously and have procedures in place to investigate and address any concerns related to plagiarism, data fabrication, or other unethical behavior.

Conclusion

The open access policy of The Lehman College Journal of Business and Technology reflects our commitment to the unrestricted sharing of knowledge and to fostering a global academic community. By removing barriers to access, we aim to promote innovation, collaboration, and the dissemination of research for the benefit of all.