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Article Processing Charges (APC)
Journal of Business Application (JBA)
Published by Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw, Indonesia
⚡ APC Summary: Journal of Business Application (JBA) charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) of IDR 350,000 per accepted manuscript. This fee covers the costs of editorial processing, peer review management, copyediting, typesetting, publication, and permanent archiving. There are no submission fees, and authors pay only upon acceptance.
A. WHAT IS ARTICLE PROCESSING CHARGE (APC)?
Article Processing Charge (APC) is a fee charged to authors or their funders to cover the costs associated with publishing an article in an open access journal. As a Gold Open Access journal, JBA makes all articles freely available to readers immediately upon publication, with no subscription or pay-per-view fees.
The APC model ensures that:
- Readers have free access - No barriers to reading, downloading, or sharing research
- Authors retain copyright - Articles are published under Creative Commons licenses (CC BY 4.0)
- Journal operations are sustainable - Costs of editorial work, infrastructure, and services are covered
- Research reaches wider audience - Increased visibility and citation potential
Open Access Commitment: JBA is committed to the principles of open science and believes that research outputs should be freely available to all. The APC model supports this mission while ensuring the journal maintains high editorial and production standards.
B. APC AMOUNT
Article Processing Charge
IDR 350,000
(approximately USD $22-25)
✔ No Submission Fee ✔ Pay Upon Acceptance ✔ Gold Open Access
What does the APC cover?
Editorial Processing
Initial screening, plagiarism check, editor handling, and coordination with reviewers
Peer Review Management
Reviewer invitations, reminders, and management of the review process
Copyediting & Proofreading
Language editing, formatting, and final proofreading before publication
Typesetting & Layout
PDF and HTML generation, figure formatting, and overall layout design
DOI Registration
CrossRef DOI assignment (prefix 10.55098) for each article
Permanent Archiving
Digital preservation and archiving services (LOCKSS, PKP PN)
C. WHEN TO PAY
1
Submission Stage
No payment required. Authors can submit manuscripts without any upfront payment. There are no submission fees.
2
Review & Revision Stage
No payment required. The peer review process and any revisions are completed before payment is requested.
3
After Acceptance
Payment is required upon acceptance. Once a manuscript is accepted for publication, the corresponding author will receive an invoice with payment instructions. The article will proceed to production only after payment is confirmed.
Important: Authors are notified of the APC only after their manuscript has been accepted for publication. There is no risk of paying for manuscripts that are not accepted.
D. PAYMENT METHODS
Upon manuscript acceptance, authors will receive a detailed invoice with the following payment options:
Bank Transfer (Domestic)
Bank: Bank Mandiri
Account Name: Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw
Account Number: [Will be provided in invoice]
Branch: [Branch Name]
Bank Transfer (International)
Bank: Bank Mandiri
SWIFT Code: [Will be provided in invoice]
Account Name: Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw
Account Number: [Will be provided in invoice]
International authors are responsible for all transfer fees
Payment Confirmation: After making payment, authors must send proof of payment to admin@unidjar.id including the manuscript ID and corresponding author name.
E. WAIVER POLICY
JBA is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent authors from publishing high-quality research. The journal offers waivers and discounts in the following circumstances:
✓
Developing Country Authors
Authors from low-income countries (as classified by World Bank) may request a full or partial waiver.
✓
Hardship Cases
Authors facing financial hardship (unemployed, no institutional support, etc.) may request a waiver.
✓
Reviewer Discounts
Authors who have provided timely, high-quality reviews for JBA may be eligible for discounts.
✓
Institutional Memberships
Authors from institutions with membership agreements may receive discounted or waived APCs.
How to Request a Waiver
Waiver requests should be submitted before or during manuscript submission. Please email the editorial office with:
- Manuscript title and abstract (if available)
- Reason for waiver request
- Supporting documentation (if applicable)
All requests are handled confidentially and do not affect editorial decisions.
F. REFUND POLICY
JBA has a clear refund policy to protect authors' interests:
| Situation | Refund Policy |
|---|---|
| Manuscript rejected after payment | Full refund (APC is charged only after acceptance, so this situation should not occur) |
| Author withdraws manuscript after payment | No refund (work has begun on production and editorial processes) |
| Duplicate payment | Full refund of excess amount |
| Technical error in payment | Full refund or credit toward future submission |
Refund requests must be submitted in writing to admin@unidjar.id and will be processed within 14 working days.
Note: Since APC is only charged after manuscript acceptance and before production begins, refund situations are rare. Authors are encouraged to contact the editorial office immediately with any concerns.
G. APC COMPARISON
JBA offers one of the most affordable APCs for a peer-reviewed journal in Indonesia:
| Journal Type | Typical APC Range (IDR) | JBA APC (IDR) |
|---|---|---|
| International Open Access Journals | Rp 5,000,000 - 20,000,000+ | Rp 350,000 |
| National Accredited Journals | Rp 350,000 - 2,500,000 | Rp 350,000 |
| Other Business/Economics Journals | Rp 400,000 - 1,000,000 | Rp 350,000 |
JBA offers competitive pricing while maintaining rigorous peer review and high publication standards.
H. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
❓ Is there a submission fee?
No. JBA does not charge any fees for manuscript submission.
❓ When do I need to pay the APC?
Only after your manuscript has been accepted for publication. You will receive an invoice with payment instructions.
❓ Can I get a waiver if I cannot afford the APC?
Yes, JBA offers waivers for authors from low-income countries and those experiencing financial hardship. Please contact the editorial office before or during submission.
❓ Does the APC guarantee my article will be accepted?
No. Editorial decisions are based solely on scholarly merit, peer review, and relevance to the journal's scope. The APC is only charged after acceptance.
❓ What payment methods are accepted?
Bank transfer (domestic and international). Details are provided in the invoice upon acceptance.
❓ Is the APC inclusive of taxes?
Yes, the APC of IDR 350,000 is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
I. CONTACT FOR APC INQUIRIES
Editorial Office
Journal of Business Application (JBA)
Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw
Indonesia
Email (APC inquiries): admin@unidjar.id
Email (payment confirmation): admin@unidjar.id
Website: https://unidjar.id/index.php/jba
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 WIB (Western Indonesia Time)
Email responses typically within 1-2 working days.
This APC statement follows DOAJ standards for fee transparency and aligns with the requirements for Scopus indexing. Last updated: March 2026.
