About DELSU Journal of Communication and Media Studies

DELSU Journal of Communication and Media Studies (DELSUJCMS) is a quarterly double-blind peer reviewed referred open access online-only journal that provides outlet for articles in all fields of business and management.
Journal Information

The journal is a publication of the Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Delta State University Abraka, which welcomes high-quality papers on theoretical developments and practical applications in mass communication and Media Studies. Original research papers, sound reviews and high-quality technical notes are invited for publications.

Key Features
  • Quarterly Publication
  • Double-Blind Peer Review
  • Open Access
  • Online-Only Format
  • Indexed in Google Scholar
Focus Areas
  • Mass Communication
  • Media Studies
  • Organizational Studies
  • Print Media
  • Electronic Media
Aim

The DELSU Journal of Communication and Media Studies (DELSUJCMS) aims to advance knowledge and foster academic dialogue in all areas of mass communication and media studies. As a quarterly, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal, DELSUJCMS is committed to publishing original, high-quality research that contributes to the theoretical, empirical, and practical understanding of business practices, managerial strategies, and organizational innovation.

The journal provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate insights that inform and shape business and management practices locally and globally.

Peer Review Process
Every manuscript must pass a double-blind peer review process.
Review Process Details:
  • Double-Blind Review: The authors will not be able to identify the reviewer or reviewers.
  • Expert Review: Two experts will peer-review the manuscript.
  • Evaluation Time: The evaluation procedure might take sixty days.
  • Decision Communication: As soon as the editorial board makes a decision, the authors will be informed, and the reviewer's remarks will be forwarded to them right away.
Research Articles Requirements:
  • Originality: Both empirical and non-empirical articles are possible.
  • Quality: These ought to present fresh, well examined, and validated findings supported by compelling research methodologies.
  • Clarity: A complete document should be brief and include a clear description and interpretation of the work.
  • Length: Article length should not exceed 7,500 words.
Note: Authors should adhere to the journal's submission guidelines when preparing their work for publication.
Archiving

All DELSUJCMS articles are available in digital format and archived on the journal's website. The journal ensures long-term preservation and accessibility of published content through:

  • Digital Archiving: Permanent storage of all published articles
  • Google Scholar Indexing: All articles include proper metadata for academic indexing
  • Open Access: Free availability of all published content
  • DOI Assignment: Digital Object Identifiers for permanent citation
Preservation Strategy

The journal maintains multiple backup copies and uses industry-standard preservation practices to ensure the long-term availability of all published content.

Fees and Charges
Important: Please note the following publication fees
Local Authors (Nigeria)
  • Peer Review Fee:
    N5,000.00
    Payable upon submission of paper
  • Publication Fee:
    N30,000.00
    Payable upon acceptance of paper for publication
Total: N35,000.00
International Authors
  • Handling Fee:
    $100.00 USD
    Payable upon acceptance of paper for publication
No submission fee for international authors
Payment Information

All payments should be made to the designated journal account. Detailed payment instructions will be provided upon manuscript submission and acceptance.

Note: Publication fees are subject to review. Please check the current rates before submission.
Contact Information
Journal Address

DELSU Journal of Communication and Media Studies (DELSUJCMS)
Department of Mass Communication
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Delta State University Abraka
Delta State, Nigeria

Quick Facts
Journal Type Academic
Frequency Quarterly
Review Process Double-Blind
Access Open Access
Format Online-Only
Indexing Google Scholar
Important Dates
Quarter 1 Issue
Submission Deadline: December 31
Quarter 2 Issue
Submission Deadline: March 31
Quarter 3 Issue
Submission Deadline: June 30
Quarter 4 Issue
Submission Deadline: September 30
Publication: 60 days after review completion
Google Scholar Indexing

All articles published in DELSUJCMS are properly indexed in Google Scholar with complete metadata including:

  • Citation metadata (title, authors, abstract)
  • Publication date and DOI
  • PDF URL and journal information
  • ISSN and volume/issue details
Properly Indexed Academic Standard
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