Author Guidelines

Focus of Human Resource Management (FOHRM) Journal

General Requirements

Manuscripts submitted to Focus of Human Resource Management (FOHRM) Journal must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Submission of a manuscript implies that the work has not been previously published in any form and is not simultaneously submitted to another journal or publisher.

FOHRM Journal publishes manuscripts derived from empirical research, conceptual or theoretical analysis, systematic literature reviews, case-based studies, and practice- or policy-oriented papers within the field of Human Resource Management (HRM) and related organizational disciplines.

Scope of Manuscripts

Manuscripts should address, but are not limited to, the following areas:

Human Resource Management

  • Human resource planning and HR strategy

  • Recruitment, selection, and employee retention

  • Training, learning, and talent development

  • Performance management and appraisal systems

  • Compensation, benefits, and reward management

  • Employee relations and labor management

Organizational Behavior and Leadership

  • Motivation, job satisfaction, and employee engagement

  • Leadership styles and leadership development

  • Organizational culture and climate

  • Teamwork, communication, and conflict management

  • Employee well-being and work–life balance

Strategic and Contemporary HRM

  • Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM)

  • Human capital and organizational performance

  • Digital HRM, HR analytics, and HR information systems

  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

  • Sustainable HRM and Green HRM

  • Change management and organizational transformation

Contextual and Sectoral Perspectives

  • HRM in public sector organizations

  • HRM in non-profit and non-governmental organizations

  • International and cross-cultural HRM

  • Ethics, governance, and employment policy

Manuscript Language and Length

Manuscripts may be written in English or Indonesian using clear, concise, and academic language. The manuscript length must not exceed 14 pages, including references, tables, and figures.

Authors are required to use the official FOHRM Journal article template, which can be downloaded from the journal website.

 

Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts should be organized in the following order:

  1. Title (in English; an Indonesian title may be added if required)

  2. Author name(s) (without academic titles)

  3. Author affiliation(s) and corresponding author’s email address

  4. Abstract

  5. Keywords

  6. Introduction

  7. Theoretical Framework / Literature Review

  8. Research Methods

  9. Results and Discussion

  10. Conclusion and Recommendations (if applicable)

  11. References

Subsections may be included as necessary. Chapter and subsection numbering is not required.

 

Abstract and Keywords

The abstract should consist of 100–250 words, written in single spacing, and clearly state the research problem, objectives, methods, key findings, and conclusions.

  • Manuscripts written in Indonesian must include an abstract in English.

  • Manuscripts written in English must include abstracts in English and Indonesian.

Provide 3–5 keywords that accurately reflect the content of the manuscript and are placed immediately after the abstract.

 

Tables and Figures

All tables and figures must be:

  • Cited in the text

  • Numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals

  • Provided with clear titles and captions

Tables and figures should enhance clarity and not duplicate information already presented in the text.

 

Article Categories

Authors must indicate the appropriate article category upon submission:

  1. Research Paper
    Reports original empirical research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method approaches.

  2. Conceptual or Theoretical Paper
    Develops new concepts, frameworks, or theoretical perspectives without empirical data.

  3. Systematic Review Paper
    Provides structured and critical reviews of existing literature, including bibliometric studies.

  4. Case Study or Practice Paper
    Describes real organizational practices, HR interventions, or applied experiences.

  5. Policy Brief
    Discusses HR-related policies with clear implications for organizations or policymakers.

Submission and Review Process

All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the FOHRM Journal submission system (or official journal email, if applicable). All correspondence, including editorial decisions and revision requests, will be conducted electronically.

FOHRM Journal applies a double-blind peer review process to ensure objectivity, quality, and academic rigor.

 

Revision Policy

Authors are required to submit revised manuscripts within the timeframe specified by the editorial team. Manuscripts returned beyond the specified deadline may be treated as new submissions.

 

References

References must:

  • Include only sources cited in the manuscript

  • Be arranged alphabetically by author surname

  • Follow APA (7th Edition) citation style

If multiple works by the same author(s) published in the same year are cited, distinguish them using a, b, c, etc.

Reference Examples

Fama, E. F., & French, K. R. (2004). The capital asset pricing model: Theory and evidence. Journal of Economic Perspectives, 18(3), 25–46. https://doi.org/10.1257/0895330042162430

Ross, S. A., Westerfield, R. W., & Jordan, B. D. (2022). Essentials of corporate finance (11th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.

Tirole, J. (2006). The theory of corporate finance. Princeton University Press.

Jensen, M. C. (1986). Agency costs of free cash flow, corporate finance, and takeovers. American Economic Review, 76(2), 323–329.