From Thesis to Publication: A Guide for JKUAT Entrepreneurship and Procurement Researchers

Have you completed your research at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and reached the stage of publishing your thesis or dissertation? Choosing the right journal is an important part of that journey. Your research deserves a publication outlet that matches its subject and connects it with the right academic audience. The School of Entrepreneurship & Procurement is part of JKUAT’s academic structure. The school covers areas such as entrepreneurship, procurement, logistics, project management and management. This range means that researchers may need different journals depending on the focus of their studies. For this reason, IPR Journals and Books (IPRJB) provides several publication options that researchers can explore according to their research areas.

Which IPR Journals Can JKUAT Researchers Consider?

Researchers from the JKUAT School of Entrepreneurship, Procurement and Management can consider the International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Project Management for entrepreneurship, innovation and project management research. Those studying purchasing, procurement, contracts and supplier management can explore the Global Journal of Purchasing and Procurement Management. Similarly, research on logistics, supply chains, inventory, sustainability and supply-chain performance can fit the International Journal of Supply Chain Management. Researchers focusing on strategy, competitive advantage, strategic decisions and organisational performance can consider the International Journal of Strategic Management, while broader business and strategic management studies can fit the European Journal of Business and Strategic Management.

The right choice depends on the main subject of your research. For example, a study on entrepreneurial intention may suit an entrepreneurship journal, while research on supplier performance may fit a procurement or supply-chain journal. Therefore, always compare your manuscript with the journal’s current scope before submitting.

What Does CUE Say About Master’s and PhD Publications?

Publication requirements matter when research forms part of a postgraduate programme. The CUE Universities Standards and Guidelines, 2014 state: “Before the award of a doctoral degree, a candidate shall normally show proof of acceptance for publication of at least two (2) papers in refereed journals.” The Draft Universities General Regulations and Schedules, 2026 proposes a more specific requirement for doctoral candidates: proof of acceptance for publication of at least two papers in scientifically indexed refereed journals. The same draft proposes at least one paper in a refereed journal for a Master’s candidate. However, the 2026 document remains a draft. Therefore, JKUAT researchers should confirm the requirements currently applicable to their programme before relying on the proposed provisions for graduation. This distinction matters because a journal may use peer review and appear in academic discovery services, while a particular university programme may require a specific indexing database.

Why Are These IPR Journals Refereed?

A refereed journal gives researchers an academic review process before publication. At IPRJB, manuscripts go through peer review, allowing reviewers to assess the quality and relevance of submitted research.

The selected journals are refereed for several reasons:

• Academic reviewers evaluate submitted manuscripts before publication.
• Subject specialists assess the research within the relevant field.
• Reviewers examine areas such as the research problem, methodology, findings and conclusions.
• Authors receive scholarly feedback where reviewers identify areas that need improvement.
• Authors can revise their manuscripts in response to reviewer comments.
• Editorial review adds another level of assessment before publication.

Why Are the Selected Journals Scientifically Indexed?

After publication, researchers also want other scholars to find their work. Academic indexing and discovery services help make published research easier to locate, read and cite.

The selected IPRJB journals list different academic services, depending on the individual journal. These include:

• Google Scholar – helps researchers discover scholarly publications.
• EBSCOhost – provides access to academic literature through research databases.
• Crossref – supports DOI registration and persistent identification of publications.
• SCILIT – supports scholarly literature discovery.
• RePEc – provides research discovery for economics and related fields where applicable.
• Dimensions and IDEAS – provide additional research discovery where listed.
• ResearchGate and Academia – provide additional visibility where applicable.

What Benefits Can Researchers Get From Publishing With IPRJB?

Publishing your research can provide benefits beyond meeting a postgraduate requirement.

• Greater Research Visibility

Online publication allows researchers to share their findings with readers beyond their university and immediate research environment.

• DOI Identification

IPR Journals and Books use DOI identifiers for published research. A DOI provides a persistent way to identify and reference a published article.

• A Stronger Academic Record

A published article becomes part of the researcher’s academic publication record. It can also support future research, collaboration and academic activities.

• A Relevant Academic Audience

Choosing a specialized journal  helps researchers present their work to readers who have an interest in the same field.

• Peer-Review Experience

Reviewer feedback can help researchers improve their manuscripts and develop stronger academic writing and research presentation skills.

• Publication Documentation

IPR Journals and Books provides publication documentation for authors, including publication certificates for published research.

• Online Accessibility

Online publication allows readers to access published research through the journal platform and relevant academic discovery services.

• Author Support

IPR Journals and Books provides journal information, submission guidance and support to authors preparing their manuscripts for publication.

What Should You Check Before Submission?

Before submitting your manuscript, take a few minutes to review the following:

• Does the research fit the journal’s scope?
• Have you followed the journal’s author guidelines?
• Does the title accurately represent the study?
• Is the abstract clear and concise?
• Are the methodology and findings properly presented?
• Are your references complete and correctly formatted?
• Does the journal meet your JKUAT programme’s publication requirements?
• If scientific indexing is required, have you confirmed the required database?

These checks can help you avoid submitting your manuscript to a journal that does not match your research or academic requirements.

Ready to Publish Your JKUAT Research?

For researchers in the JKUAT School of Entrepreneurship, Procurement and Management, the publication journey can begin with a simple question: What is my research about, and which academic audience needs to read it? IPRJB provides publication options across entrepreneurship and project management, purchasing and procurement, supply chain and logistics, strategic management, and broader business management. By matching your research topic with the appropriate journal, you can give your manuscript a clearer path toward the right academic readership. Before submission, check the journal’s current scope, peer-review process and indexing information. If publication forms part of your Master’s or PhD requirements, also confirm the current JKUAT and applicable CUE requirements.