Guide for Authors The International Journal of Project Management is devoted to the publication of papers which advance
knowledge on practical and theoretical aspects of project management. The list of classifications at the end of this guide indicates
the scope of the journal. Papers are selected for publication based on their relevance, clarity, topicality, the extent to which they
advance knowledge, and their contribution to inspiring further development and research. The journal strives to maintain a balance between
papers derived from research and from practical experience. Authors are encouraged to submit case studies describing the project environment;
criteria and factors for success; responsibilities of participants; managerial arrangements; human factors; contract forms; planning
and control systems; problem areas encountered and lessons learned.
Submission of Papers
Authors should submit articles
to the journal online by following instructions on the home page of the website at http://ees.elsevier.com/jpma
Submission of a paper implies that it has not been published previously, that it is not under consideration for publication elsewhere,
and that if accepted it will not be published elsewhere in the same form, in English or any other language, without the written consent
of the Publisher.
Refereeing: All papers submitted for publication will be refereed on the 'double-blind' system by two or
more specialists selected from a panel of referees. This means the author and referees do not know each other, nor do the referees know
other referees. Thus it is important that authors' names should appear nowhere in the manuscript except on the cover page (which
will be separated from the manuscript) and in references. When referring to their own work, authors should refer to themselves in the
third person. Any papers not adhering to this will be returned.
Manuscript Preparation General: Manuscripts should
be 3000 to 5000 words long (6000 maximum), inclusive of figures and tables. Count each figure and table as 300 words. Papers must be
typewritten in a font size of 12 or 11 pt, double spaced with wide margins. Write in clear and concise English, using active rather than
passive voice. Authors may refer to themselves in the first person, except when citing their own work. Spelling should follow the Oxford
English Dictionary. Authors should consult a recent issue of the journal for style if possible. The Editors reserve the right to adjust
style to certain standards of uniformity.
Abstracts: Please supply an abstract of less than 100 words outlining the purpose,
scope and conclusions of the paper, and at least two selected keywords. It is important that the abstract should be very clear and understandable
to those whom English is not their native language. The abstract should explain why the paper is important to those who may not necessarily
be in that particular field. A list of keywords to choose from appears at the end of this guide.
Units: You should use SI
units, as defined by the ISO standard or your national authorized SI standard. Where SI units do not exist, use an internationally accepted
unit. If you use any symbol or unit that may not be generally recognized, please put an explanatory note in the margin the first time
it is used, to help the referees and editors.
References: All publications cited in the text should be presented in a list
of references following the text of the manuscript. In the text refer to references by a number in square brackets on the line, e.g.
'Since Cooper [1]'. Where you cite a reference more than once in the text, use the same number each time. The full reference should be
given in a numerical list at the end of the paper. References should take the following form:
[1] Cooper DF. Chapman CB. Risk analysis
for large projects: models, methods and cases. New York: Wiley, I987.
[2] Potter M. Procurement of construction work: The client's
role: In: Uff J. Orams AM, editors. Proceedings of 7th Annual Conference on Construction Law and Management, King's College, London,
UK, 1995. p. 169-194.
[3] Norwood SR, Mansfield NR. Joint venture issues concerning European and Asian construction markets of the
1990s. International Journal of Project Management 1999;17(2):89-93. Please ensure that references are complete, i.e. that they include,
where relevant, author's name, article or book title, volume and issue number, publisher and location, date and page reference.
Illustrations:
Please make sure that artwork files are in an acceptable format (TIFF, EPS or MS Office files) and with the correct resolution. If, together
with your accepted article, you submit usable colour figures then Elsevier will ensure, at no additional charge, that these figures will
appear in colour on the Web (e.g., ScienceDirect and other sites) regardless of whether or not these illustrations are reproduced in
colour in the printed version. For colour reproduction in print, you will receive information regarding the costs from Elsevier after
receipt of your accepted article. Please indicate your preference for colour in print or on the Web only. For further information on
the preparation of electronic artwork, please see http://www.elsevier.com/artworkinstructions. Please note: Because of technical
complications which can arise by converting colour figures to 'grey scale' (for the printed version should you not opt for colour in
print) please submit in addition usable black and white versions of all the colour illustrations.
Colour: Where colour figures are required,
the author will be charged accordingly (further details of costs are available from Author Services at Elsevier). In cases where colour
is paid for, authors will receive an additional one hundred free offprints.
Tables: Tables should be numbered consecutively
in Arabic numerals and given a suitable caption at the top of the table. Type each table on a separate sheet. Footnotes to tables should
be typed below the table and should be referred to by superscript lowercase letters. No vertical rules should be used. Tables should
not duplicate results presented elsewhere in the manuscript (e.g. in graphs).
Proofs
Proofs will be sent to the author
(first-named author if no corresponding author is identified on multi-authored papers) by PDF wherever possible and should be returned
within 48 hours of receipt, preferably by e-mail. Corrections should be restricted to typesetting errors; any other amendments made may
be charged to the author. Any queries should be answered in full. Elsevier will do everything possible to get your article corrected
and published as quickly as possible. Therefore, it is important to ensure that all of your corrections are returned to us in one all-inclusive
e-mail or fax. Subsequent additional corrections will not be possible, so please ensure that your first communication is complete. Should
you choose to mail your corrections, please return them to: Log-in Department. Elsevier, Stover Court, Bampfylde Street, Exeter. Devon
EX1 2AH, UK.
Offprints
The corresponding author, at no cost, will be provided with a PDF file of the article via e-mail
or, alternatively, 50 free paper offprints. The PDF file is a watermarked version of the published article and includes a cover sheet
with the journal cover image and a disclaimer outlining the terms and conditions of use.
Copyright
All authors must sign
the ''Transfer of Copyright'' agreement before the article can be published. This transfer agreement enables Elsevier Ltd and the International
Project Management Association to protect the copyrighted material of an author, without the author relinquishing his/her proprietary
rights. The copyright transfer covers the exclusive rights to reproduce and distribute the article, including reprints, photographic
reproductions, microfilm or any other reproductions of a similar nature, and translations. It also includes the right to adapt the article
for use in conjunction with computer systems and programs, including reproduction of publication in machinereadable form and incorporation
in retrieval systems. Authors are responsible for obtaining from the copyright holder permission to reproduce any material for which
copyright already exists.
Checklist
o Have you told readers, at the outset, what they might gain by reading your paper?
o Have you made the aim of your work clear?
o Have you explained the significance of your contribution?
o Have you set your work
in the appropriate context with sufficient background, and all relevant references?
o Have you addressed the question of practicality
and usefulness?
o Have you identified future developments that may result from your work?
o Have you structured your paper in
a clear and logical fashion?
Author Services
For enquiries relating to the submission of articles (including electronic
submission where available) please visit this journal's homepage at http://www.elsevier.com/locate/ijproman. You can track
accepted articles at http://www.elsevier.com/trackarticle and set up e-mail alerts to inform you of when an article's status
has changed, as well as copyright information, frequently asked questions and more.
Contact details for questions arising after
the acceptance of an article, especially those relating to proofs, are provided after registration of an article for publication.
Classifications
Please choose at least two classifications from the following lists, as appropriate. This will assist the editor in choosing referees,
as well as helping with cataloguing.
General
Implementing Strategy through Programmes of Projects; Managing Programmes;
Project Portfolio Management; The Project Office; Managing Projects; Project Success and Strategy; Managing Integration; Project Management
Procedures Project Management Information Systems; e-PM; Audits and Health Checks.
External
Managing Context - Political,
Economic, Social and Technical;
Managing Context - Legal; Managing Context - Environmental.
Implementation
Benefits
Management; Requirements Management; Managing Scope - Functionality and Value; Value Management; Managing Scope - Configuration; Managing
Scope - Work; Managing Organisation - Structure and Responsibilities; Managing Quality; Managing Cost; Earned Value; Managing Time; Network
Analysis and PERT; Theory of Constraints/Critical Chain; Neural Networks; Managing Resources; Managing Risk; Fuzzy sets; Managing Health
and Safety.
Life-cycle
Managing the Process - Life-cycle; Managing Project Start-up; Managing Proposal, Definition and
Feasibility; Managing Design, Planning and Appraisal; Managing Implementation; Managing Commissioning, Testing and Close-out.
General Management
Managing Human Resources; Managing Operations; Managing Financial Resources;
Managing Markets; Managing Information Systems; Managing Strategy; Managing Innovation; Managing Change.
Industry and Sector Specific
Engineering and Construction; Manufacturing and Process Industries; Information Technology, Computers and Electronics; Communications;
Infrastructure: Energy, Transport, Utilities and Health; Defences; Services, Financial and Leisure; Government; Voluntary Sector.
Geography
Europe; CIS; Middle East; Africa, sub-Sahara; Indian subcontinent; Far East; Australasia and Pacific; North America;
Latin America.
Please choose at least two key words from the following lists, as appropriate. This will assist the editor
in choosing referees, as well as helping with cataloguing.
General
Implementing Strategy
Managing Programmes
Managing
Projects
Success and Strategy
Processes, Procedures
Systems, Project Office
Audits, Health Checks
Systems Approach
External Context
PEST
Legal
Environmental
Value, Benefit, Finance
Implementation
Functionality,
Value
Configuration
Scope of Work
Organization Resources
Quality
Cost
Time
Risk
Safety and Health
Life Cycle
Integration-Life Cycle
Start-up
Proposal and Feasibility
Design and Appraisal
Implementation
Progress
Commissioning & Close-out
Commercial
Value and Benefit
Finance
Cash Flow Management
Taxation
Insurance
Contractual
Organization Design
Partnerships, Alliances
Procurement
Bidding
Contract Administration
Materials, Purchasing & Supply
Commercial Law
Claims
International Projects
People
Management Structure
Teams
Individuals
Managing and Leading
Stakeholders
Competence
Culture
Ethics
Change
General Management
Human resource management
Marketing
Operations
Information technology
Finance & accounting
Strategy
Technology,
Innovation
