International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting: Announcements

Call for Applications - Thematic Editor Roles (2026 Thematic Issues)

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2026-01-19

The International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting (IJOMFA) is now inviting applications for Thematic Editor roles for its 2026 thematic issues.

This is an excellent opportunity for academics who are passionate about shaping scholarly discourse in management, finance, and accounting or any related field. We encourage you to share this announcement widely within your academic networks, both locally and internationally who may be interested.

Proposal Submission Deadline: 31 January 2026
Submission Link: https://forms.gle/p2JHChN5Qv8pc3G88
IJOMFA Website: https://journals.mmupress.com/index.php/ijomfa

Key Roles and Responsibilities

The appointed Thematic Editor(s) will be expected to:

Define a clear and impactful theme and scope aligned with IJOMFA’s focus.
Collaborate closely with MMU Press on the call for papers and promotional activities.
Ensure smooth and timely progress from manuscript submission to publication.
Maintain academic coherence, quality, and relevance throughout the thematic issue.
Secure a minimum of five (5) accepted articles from authors representing five (5) different countries.
A token of appreciation will be provided upon successful completion (terms and conditions apply).

For further information or enquiries, please contact:

Editor-in-Chief: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tan Booi Chen (bctan@mmu.edu.my)

Managing Editor: Chan Man Seong (mschan@mmu.edu.my)

We look forward to receiving your proposals and to your contribution in advancing high-quality international knowledge through IJOMFA.

IJOMFA Now Indexed in Malaysian Citation Index (MyCite)

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2025-12-24

We are pleased to announce that the International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting (IJOMFA) is now officially indexed in the Malaysian Citation Index (MyCite).

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to our dedicated editorial team, reviewers, authors, and readers for their unwavering support in maintaining the journal’s academic excellence.

More Information (MyCite): https://jpt.mohe.gov.my/index.php/ms/pengumuman/338-hebahan-keputusan-penilaian-jurnal-ilmiah-malaysia-mycite-2025

IJOMFA Website: https://journals.mmupress.com/index.php/ijomfa

We warmly invite researchers and scholars to share their work with IJOMFA to promote the advancement of scholarly discourse.

Sincerely,
IJOMFA Editorial Team

4th International Article Writing Competition (IAWC 2026)

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2025-12-17

The International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting (IJOMFA) invites researchers, academicians, and students to participate in the 4th International Article Writing Competition 2026 (IAWC 2026). This competition provides a valuable platform for scholars to showcase their research in the fields of management, finance, and accounting.

Three Exciting Categories

Open Category – Open to independent researchers, professionals, and academicians
Postgraduate Category – For Master’s and PhD students
Undergraduate Category – For Bachelor’s degree students

15 Exciting Prizes Await!
(5 winners per category)

Prize Structure
1st Prize: RM800
2nd Prize: RM500
3rd Prize: RM300
Consolation Prizes (2): RM100 each

Every Participant Wins!
All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation and have the opportunity to gain global recognition for their work.

Submission Deadline: 8 February 2026 (No limit on the number of submissions.)

Submission portal: https://journals.mmupress.com/index.php/ijomfa

For more information: https://www.mmupress.com/competition-2026/

To submit, select “Submit an Article” and choose the section “IAWC2026.”

We encourage you to participate and showcase your research on an international stage.

IJOMFA is now officially indexed in the DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) Database!

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2025-11-27

We are pleased to announce that the International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting (IJOMFA) has been accepted for indexation in the DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) database.

DOAJ is a globally recognized and trusted index that provides comprehensive, high-quality, and open-access scholarly content to meet the needs of the international academic community.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to our dedicated editorial team, reviewers, authors, and readers for their unwavering support in maintaining the journal’s academic excellence.

For more information: https://doaj.org/toc/2735-1009?rss

For submission details: https://journals.mmupress.com/index.php/ijomfa

We invite researchers and scholars to explore our journal and consider submitting your work for publication in IJOMFA. Thank you.

Sincerely,
IJOMFA Editorial Team

IJOMFA is now officially indexed in the ASCI (Asian Science Citation Index) Database!

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2025-10-25

We are pleased to announce that the International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting (IJOMFA) has been accepted for indexation in the prestigious ASCI (Asian Science Citation Index) Database.

ASCI (Asian Science Citation Index) database provides authoritative, trusted, and the essential information to its readers by indexing high-quality scholarly journals to meet the needs & demands of the global scientific community.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to our dedicated editorial team, reviewers, authors, and readers for their unwavering support in maintaining the journal’s academic excellence.

For more information: https://ascidatabase.com/masterjournallist.php?v=2735-1009

For submission details: https://journals.mmupress.com/index.php/ijomfa

We invite researchers and scholars to explore our journal and consider submitting your work for publication in IJOMFA. Thank you.

Sincerely,

IJOMFA Editorial Team

Forthcoming issue - Volume 7 Issue 1 (February 2026)

International Journal of Management, Finance and Accounting — 2025-10-22

The following manuscripts will be featured in IJOMFA Volume 7, Issue 1, scheduled for publication on 28 February 2026:

Paper 1: Interdependence and Portfolio Analysis of Property Sector Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Malaysia during COVID-19

Authors: Muhammad Aqhari Azmi, Muhammad Zaim Razak

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.1

Received on 9 April 2025; Accepted on 9 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 2: The Future of Marketing: Personalized Customer Engagement through Artificial Intelligence in the Malaysian E-commerce Landscape

Authors: Aaron Aw Teik Hong, Herison Surbakti

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.2

Received on 9 April 2025; Accepted on 13 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 3: Influence of Time Management Skills and Technostress on Academic Performance Among the Private University Students: A Conceptual Framework

Authors: Jogtika Ramasamy, Nasreen Khan Thandar Oo

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.3

Received on 9 April 2025; Accepted on 13 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 4: Sectoral Shockwaves: Examining Bursa Malaysia's Sector Indices Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Authors: Alyssa April Dellow, Hafizah Bahaludin

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.4

Received on 9 April 2025; Accepted on 14 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 5: The Impact of Sustainability Orientation and Practices on Financial Performance: A Combined Sufficiency and Necessity Logic Approach

Authors: Pei Yew Mah, Francis Chuah

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.5

Received on 8 April 2025; Accepted on 17 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 6: Click, Watch, Buy: Understanding Purchase Intention of Malaysian University Students in the Live Stream Shopping Era

Authors: Ying Tsuen Wong, Siow-Kian Tan, Siow-Hooi Tan

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.6

Received on 10 April 2025; Accepted on 19 June 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 7: Factors Affecting the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence-Driven Wearable Technology in the Malaysian Healthcare Sector: A Conceptual Framework

Authors: Syeda Hafsa Rizwan, Anusuyah Subbarao, Nasreen Khan, Farrukh Ahmed Khan, Shaikh Fazlur Rahman, Nimra Aziz, Syed Muntazir Azhar Shah

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.7

Received on 24 March 2025; Accepted on 1 July 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 8: Understanding the Happiness Journey of International Students Through Maslow's Lens: A Qualitative Study Beyond Academics

Authors: Kyra Law Ley Sy

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.8

Received on 24 April 2025; Accepted on 1 July 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 9: Innovative Approaches to E-Grocery: Analyzing Customer Satisfaction in Facebook Livestream Shopping

Authors: Karen Tien Wan Lin, Vincent Oh Kim Seng, Hasliza Hassan, Shaikh Fazlur Rahman

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.9

Received on 10 February 2025; Accepted on 5 July 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 10: Gamification Strategies and Customer Churn Reduction in Entrepreneurial Retail Firms: An Empirical Study of Millennials

Authors: Si Chong En, Oo Yu Hock, Nor Azila Mohd Noor, Zheng Feei Ma, Khairul Nizam Mahmud

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.10

Received on 19 May 2025; Accepted on 24 July 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 11: Digital Marketing and Consumer Behaviour in Travel Services: A Conceptual Framework on the Mediating Role of Brand Trust

Authors: Omar Abdulaziz Sultan Abdullah, Junainah Binti Mohd Mahdee, Nurazlin Binti Mohd Fauzi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.11

Received on 13 May 2025; Accepted on 19 August 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 12: Proactive Strategies, Absorptive Capacity and Competitive Advantage of Small and Medium Enterprise (SMEs) firms in East Java Indonesia

Authors: Ardianus Laurens Paulus

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.12

Received on 27 May 2025; Accepted on1 August 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 13: Accelerating Technological Advancement and Financial Inclusion through Automotive–Takaful Collaboration

Authors : Lee Hui Shan, Kuang Kee Seng, Low Choon Wei, Liew Ping Xin

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.13

Received on 22 May 2025; Accepted on 2 August 2025; Published on 28 February 2026.

Paper 14: Exploring the Pathways of Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development in the Era of Industrial Revolutions: A Bibliometric Analysis and Future Research Agenda

Authors : Xu Bin, Teh Sin Yin, Sajal Saha

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.14

Received on 15 July 2025; Accepted on 31 October 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 15: The Influence of Digital Competencies on Employability: The Mediating Role of Digital Empowerment and the Moderating Effect of Socioeconomic Status

Authors: Fraz Arshed Butt, Abdelhak Senadjki, Hui Nee Au Yong

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.15

Received on 30 June 2025; Accepted on 25 October 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 16: Cultivating Responsible Artificial Intelligence Practices in Malaysian Higher Education

Authors: Sharfika Raime, Norsafriman Abd. Rahman, Raemah Abdullah Hashim, Mohd. Farid Shamsudin

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.16

Received on 31 July 2025; Accepted on 25 October 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 17: Artificial Intelligence and Employee Well-Being: A Systematic Literature Review

Authors: Dombagaha Pathiranage Marian Shavini Medonka Peiris

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.17

Received on 14 July 2025; Accepted on 31 October 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 18: Subdimensions of Technostress Across Industries: A Systematic Review

Authors : Jogtika Ramasamy, Nasreen Khan, Thandar Oo

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.18

Received on 29 June 2025; Accepted on 31 October 2025; Published on 28 February 2026

Paper 19:Investigating Volatility Spillover between the Energy Market and the Sectoral Stock Markets in Malaysia: Evidence from VHAR-Type Models

Authors : Mariam Mohamed Abdelwahab Mohamed Badawi, Sew Lai Ng, Ruzanna Ab Razak

DOI: https://doi.org/10.33093/ijomfa.2026.7.1.19

Received on 10 April 2025; Accepted on 14 November 2025; Published on 28 February 2026