Organisational Overview
EP Journals Group is an open access publisher of six peer-reviewed journals in Engineering and Technology, Economics and Finance, Management, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Education. Every journal uses double-blind review with at least two independent reviewers, registers a Crossref DOI for each article, and publishes under a CC BY 4.0 licence.
All journals follow the guidance of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). The article processing charge is USD 30, payable only after acceptance; there is no submission fee.
Mission Statement
The mission of EP Journals Group is to provide a rigorous and accessible platform for the publication and dissemination of high-quality scholarly research. The organisation seeks to:
1. Publish original research that passes double-blind review by at least two independent reviewers.
2. Ensure the integrity of the publication process through transparent, impartial, and ethical editorial practices.
3. Promote open access to research findings, thereby maximising the societal impact and global reach of published scholarship.
4. Foster an inclusive academic community that welcomes contributions from researchers at all stages of their careers and from all geographical regions.
Scope and Disciplines
EP Journals Group publishes scholarly work across a broad range of academic disciplines. The current portfolio comprises six journals, covering the following fields:
Engineering and Technology
Including mechanical, civil, electrical, chemical, and aerospace engineering; robotics; materials science; and applied technology.
Economics and Finance
Including macroeconomics, microeconomics, financial markets, investment, banking, monetary policy, and economic development.
Management Studies
Including strategic management, human resources, marketing, operations, organisational behaviour, and entrepreneurship.
Natural Sciences
Including physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, earth sciences, and environmental science.
Social Sciences and Humanities
Including sociology, psychology, political science, anthropology, law, and philosophy.
Education
Including teaching and learning, educational leadership, and the finance and management of education (published in GJEFM).
Editorial Standards and Processes
EP Journals Group maintains rigorous editorial standards to ensure the quality and integrity of published research. The following principles govern the editorial process across all journals:
Peer Review
All manuscripts submitted to EP Journals Group publications undergo double-blind peer review. Each submission is evaluated by a minimum of two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Reviewers assess manuscripts for originality, methodological soundness, significance of contribution, and clarity of presentation. The peer review process is designed to ensure objectivity, constructive feedback, and fair treatment of all authors.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are based exclusively on the scholarly merit of submitted work. The organisation maintains strict separation between editorial and commercial functions. Editors are expected to act impartially and to recuse themselves from decisions in which they have a conflict of interest.
Publication Ethics
EP Journals Group adheres to the guidelines established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). The organisation takes allegations of misconduct seriously and follows established procedures for investigating and responding to such concerns. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to follow the research integrity policy.
Open Access Commitment
EP Journals Group is committed to the principles of open access. All articles published in EP Journals Group journals are made freely available to readers worldwide immediately upon publication. There are no subscription or access fees for readers.
The organisation believes that open access maximises the impact and visibility of research, supports the democratisation of knowledge, and accelerates scientific and scholarly progress. Published articles are licensed under CC BY 4.0, which permits sharing and reuse with attribution.
Contact Information
For enquiries regarding EP Journals Group, its publications, or editorial processes, please contact the central editorial office:
Email: editor@ep-journals.org
Website: ep-journals.org