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Public Policy : Jurnal Aplikasi Kebijakan Publik dan Bisnis
Published by Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw, Indonesia
⚡ Journal History Summary: Public Policy Journal (PPJ) was first published in March 2020 and has since grown significantly. The journal obtained its ISSN (2721-1681) in March 2020, achieved SINTA 4 accreditation in October 2022, and has continuously improved its quality standards, editorial board, and publication ethics following COPE guidelines. As of September 2024, the journal accepts only English-language articles to expand its international reach.
A. JOURNAL MILESTONES TIMELINE
2020
February 15, 2020 - First published online in Volume 1, Number 1, March 2020 edition with 7 articles. This marked the inaugural issue of Public Policy : Jurnal Aplikasi Kebijakan Publik dan Bisnis.
March 9, 2020 - Obtained ISSN number 2721-1681 (Online - Electronic) from the National Research and Innovation Agency, Directorate of Multimedia Repository and Scientific Publishing, NATIONAL ISSN CENTER INDONESIA.
September 1, 2020 - Volume 1, Number 2, September 2020 edition was released with 13 articles, doubling the number of publications from the inaugural issue.
2021
March 25, 2021 - Volume 2, Number 1, March 2021 edition was published with 11 articles.
July 27, 2021 - Volume 2, Number 2, September 2021 edition was published with 9 articles.
2022
March 9, 2022 - Volume 3, Number 1, March 2022 edition was published with 6 articles.
September 20, 2022 - Volume 3, Number 2, September 2022 edition was published with 6 articles.
October 3, 2022 - SINTA 4 ACCREDITATION achieved based on the Decree of the Director General of Higher Education, Research, and Technology Number 204/E/KPT/2022. This marked a significant milestone in the journal's quality recognition.
2023
February 16, 2023 - Volume 4, Number 1, March 2023 edition was published with 18 articles, showing significant growth in submissions.
May 7, 2023 - Volume 4, Number 2, September 2023 edition was published with 23 articles - the highest number of articles in a single issue to date.
September 22, 2023 - Publication Ethics improved in accordance with the best practices in COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). The journal adopted COPE Core Practices and guidelines for handling ethical issues.
September 22, 2023 - Focus and Scope refined to be more specific, ensuring clearer alignment with the journal's mission in public policy and business applications.
2024
March 16, 2024 - Editorial Board expanded by adding Editorial Board members and Editorial Assistants from Australia and Gambia, as well as various universities in Indonesia. This internationalization effort strengthens the journal's global reach.
March 17, 2023 - OJS system transitioned to English - The entire editorial team within the OJS system transitioned to English as part of the development efforts for the PPJ journal to enhance international accessibility.
March 25, 2024 - Article Template improved to better align with international standards and APA 7th Edition requirements.
March 25, 2024 - Article lineup revised for Volume 5, Issue 1, March 2024, ensuring quality and consistency.
September 2024 (announced) - English-only policy - The journal has decided to only accept articles in English starting from Volume 5, Issue 2, September 2024 to expand international readership and improve indexing prospects.
B. PUBLICATION HISTORY BY VOLUME
The table below summarizes the publication history of Public Policy Journal from its inception to the present:
| Volume | Issue | Month/Year | Publication Date | Number of Articles | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vol 1 | No 1 | March 2020 | 2020-02-15 | 7 | Inaugural issue |
| Vol 1 | No 2 | September 2020 | 2020-09-01 | 13 | First increase in articles |
| Vol 2 | No 1 | March 2021 | 2021-03-25 | 11 | |
| Vol 2 | No 2 | September 2021 | 2021-07-27 | 9 | |
| Vol 3 | No 1 | March 2022 | 2022-03-09 | 6 | |
| Vol 3 | No 2 | September 2022 | 2022-09-20 | 6 | SINTA 4 accreditation achieved |
| Vol 4 | No 1 | March 2023 | 2023-02-16 | 18 | Significant growth |
| Vol 4 | No 2 | September 2023 | 2023-05-07 | 23 | Highest number of articles |
| Vol 5 | No 1 | March 2024 | 2024-03-25 | - | Revised lineup |
| Vol 5 | No 2 | September 2024 | Forthcoming | - | English-only policy begins |
Total Publications (2020-2023): Across Volumes 1-4, PPJ has published 93 articles (7+13+11+9+6+6+18+23) from its inception through the end of 2023.
C. KEY DEVELOPMENTS AND IMPROVEMENTS
ISSN Registration (2020)
Obtained e-ISSN 2721-1681 from the National ISSN Center Indonesia on March 9, 2020, establishing the journal's official identity.
SINTA 4 Accreditation (2022)
Achieved SINTA 4 accreditation through Decree No. 204/E/KPT/2022 dated October 3, 2022, recognizing the journal's quality.
COPE Ethics Adoption (2023)
Adopted COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) best practices on September 22, 2023, ensuring highest ethical standards.
International Editorial Board (2024)
Added editorial board members from Australia and Gambia on March 16, 2024, expanding international representation.
English-Only Policy (2024)
Decision to accept only English articles starting Volume 5, Issue 2 (September 2024) to enhance international visibility.
Template Improvements (2024)
Enhanced article template on March 25, 2024, aligning with APA 7th Edition and international standards.
D. EDITORIAL TEAM TRANSITIONS
OJS System Language Transition
Date: March 17, 2023
The entire editorial team within the OJS system transitioned to English as part of the development efforts for the PPJ journal. This change facilitates:
- Better accessibility for international editors and reviewers
- Improved user experience for non-Indonesian authors
- Alignment with international publishing standards
- Preparation for broader indexing opportunities
International Editorial Board Expansion
Date: March 16, 2024
The journal strengthened its editorial team by adding members from:
- Australia - Editorial Board members
- Gambia - Editorial Board members
- Various universities in Indonesia - Editorial Assistants and Board members
This internationalization effort aims to:
- Increase global perspective in editorial decisions
- Expand reviewer networks internationally
- Enhance the journal's visibility and credibility abroad
E. FOCUS AND SCOPE REFINEMENT
Date: September 22, 2023
The journal refined its Focus and Scope to be more specific, ensuring clearer alignment with its mission. The refined scope emphasizes:
Public Administration
Public Policy
Business Administration
Governance & Collaboration
Human Resource Management
Public Sector Management & Accounting
This refinement ensures that submissions are more targeted and aligned with the journal's core mission in public policy and business applications.
F. PUBLICATION ETHICS ENHANCEMENT
Date: September 22, 2023
Public Policy Journal improved its Publication Ethics in accordance with the best practices in COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). Key enhancements include:
- COPE Core Practices adoption - Allegations of misconduct, authorship, complaints, conflicts of interest, data, ethical oversight, intellectual property, journal management, peer review, and post-publication discussions
- Clear guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors based on COPE flowcharts
- Ethical oversight procedures for handling research misconduct
- Transparent policies for corrections, retractions, and appeals
This enhancement ensures that PPJ meets international ethical standards required for Scopus and other major indexing databases.
G. ENGLISH-ONLY POLICY (EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2024)
Important Announcement
Public Policy : Journal of Public Policy and Business Applications has decided to only accept articles in English starting from Volume 5, Issue 2, September 2024.
Rationale for this decision:
- International visibility - English articles reach a broader global audience
- Indexing prospects - Improves chances for international database inclusion (Scopus, WoS)
- International collaboration - Facilitates submissions from international authors and reviewers
- Citation impact - English-language articles typically receive more citations
- Standardization - Consistent language across all publications
Note for authors: Manuscripts in Bahasa Indonesia will no longer be accepted after this date. Authors are encouraged to submit high-quality English translations of their work. The journal provides no translation services; authors are responsible for ensuring proper English language quality.
H. CONTACT FOR HISTORICAL INQUIRIES
Editorial Office
Public Policy : Jurnal Aplikasi Kebijakan Publik dan Bisnis (PPJ)
Universitas Dr. Djar Wattiheluw
Indonesia
Email: admin@unidjar.id
Website: https://unidjar.id/index.php/ppj
Editor in Chief: Eduard Yohannis Tamaela
For questions about the journal's history, archival issues, or historical corrections, please contact the editorial office.
This Journal History page is based on official records and publications of Public Policy : Jurnal Aplikasi Kebijakan Publik dan Bisnis. Last updated: March 2026.
