Entrepreneurship Research Output
Journal of Entrepreneurial Innovations (JEI)
About the Journal
The Journal of Entrepreneurial Innovations (JEI) launched in March 2020, is a free-access, free to publish online journal that is published by the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at the University of the Western Cape. The JEI specialises in publishing research and analyses pertaining to entrepreneurship trends and particularly innovations in the small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs).By definition, entrepreneurship is a cross-disciplinary concept; as such, JEI encourages authors to position their research from multi- and inter-disciplinary perspectives. JEI seeks to enhance scholastic discourse in the numerous disciplines that affect SMMEs and entrepreneurship. This includes accounting, finance, general management, leadership, microfinance, entrepreneurship, small business management, management information systems, business law, marketing, project management, poverty alleviation, sustainable development, and ethics, among others. Above all, the journal seeks to provide greater dissemination of information and knowledge in these disciplines.
JEI’s publication policy
JEI is a double blind peer-reviewed journal that is published as an open-access online journal. The journal has Editorial board members who are academic experts, who share our mission in making sure that JEI publishes good quality papers.The journal publishes one volume constituting three issues (March, July, October) once a year. The journal has published 3 volumes since inception.
The types of papers published include:
- Research papers: these report on empirical scientific studies that provide new insights into theory, practice as well as methodologies applied to reach and verify findings of important concerns within emerging markets. Although there are no strict length requirements that are stipulated for this type of publications, research papers usually range from 5, 000 words to 7, 000 words (approx. 7 - 12 manuscript pages). JEI imposes a word limit of 10, 000 words per manuscript.
- Conceptual papers: conceptual papers (i.e., ideas, concepts, or frameworks not yet empirically tested) are also encouraged. Submissions of this nature often includes the examination of novel theories, concepts, and ideas. The length of conceptual papers usually does not vary from research papers and can range from 5, 000 words to 7, 000 words (approx. 7 - 12 manuscript pages).
- Reviews: the journal also seeks to publish reviews of various publications including books, articles, and other contemporary phenomena. Generally, reviews are shorter in length, at approximately 2 to 4 manuscript pages.
- Technical Reports: are usually written for a non-academic audience such as business managers and practitioners. The emphasis of technical reports is to encourage the dissemination of practical knowledge, which is of great importance but rarely published. These publications typically range from 2 to 5 pages.
- Case studies: these are specific in-depth analyses of individual phenomena, businesses, or events. Case studies allow for a detailed introspection into a single phenomenon that facilitates problem solving.
- Conference Special Issues: in certain instances, approved conference proceedings will be published in the Journal of Entrepreneurial Innovations as a Special Issue. All papers presented at such conferences will be published after going through the normal (double-blind) review process.
- Doctoral proposals: as a means to promote the publication of research and scientific material of new and upcoming scholars, JEI encourages doctoral students to publish their research proposals. This is a unique offering for PhD students; this is particularly true given that PhD candidates in the developing world have limited research experience and not too many options to publish their work, this journal provides this platform as a research mentorship and training platform. Qualified supervisors will provide constructive feedback and the concerned candidates will be afforded the opportunity to improve on their proposals and theses. Specific guidelines are provided for Doctoral proposals, as these tend to be considerably short publications in the region of about 1500 and 3000 words.
Accredited journal articles
2022
- Iwu, C. G., Okeke-Uzodike, O. E., Anwana, E., Iwu, C. H., & Esambe, E. E. (2022). Experiences of Academics Working from Home during COVID-19: A Qualitative View from Selected South African Universities. Challenges, 13(1), 16.
- Mfecane, N., Iwu, C. G., & Mohsam, F. (2022). Quality of administrative services in a South African higher education institution. Stakeholder perceptions. Journal of Research in Higher Education, VI(1), 83-108.
- Eze, I. F., Iwu, C. G., & Dubihlela, J. (2022). Lecturers' perspectives concerning the variables that hinder critical thinking development in the classroom. International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 11(10), 341-349.
- Eze, I. F., Iwu, C. G., & Dubihlela, J. (2022). Students’ views regarding the barriers to learning critical thinking. International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 11(4), 355- 364.
- Iwu, C. G., Sibanda, L., & Makwara, T. (2022). Challenges of Female Entrepreneurship Pre-, During-and Post-Covid-19 Prospects in South Africa. IJEBD (International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Development), 5(6), 1010-1017.
Accredited book chapters
2022
- Opute, A. P., Kalu, K. I., Chukwuma-Nwuba, E. O., Ojra, J., & Iwu, C. G. (2022). Technology and Marketing: Understanding the Interface and Post-COVID-19 Implications. In Critical Perspectives on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Marketing (pp. 208-220). IGI Global.
- Choto, P., Musakuro, R., Iwu, C. G., & Tengeh, R. K. (2022). Marketing for Improved Sustainability in Nonprofit Organizations. In Global Perspectives on Non-Governmental Organizations. Edited by Vito Bobek and Tatjana Horvat
2023
- Opute, A. P., Kalu, I. K., Mezieobi, K. C., Iwu, C. G., Hagos, S. B., & Obor, D. O. (2023). Entrepreneurship Education and Productive Entrepreneurship. In The Future of Entrepreneurship in Africa (pp. 204-221). Routledge.
- Opute, A. P., Chukwuma-Nwuba, O., Iwu, C. G., Eniola, A. A., Ojra, J., & Irene, J. (2023). Productive Entrepreneurship: Entrepreneurial Networking Perspective and Research Agenda. The Future of Entrepreneurship in Africa, 222-234.
- Makwara, T., Sibanda, L., & Iwu, C. G. (2023). To What Extent Is Entrepreneurship a Sustainable Career Choice for the Youth? A PostCOVID-19 Descriptive Analysis. In The Future of Entrepreneurship in Africa (pp. 59-79). Routledge.
