Author Guidelines & Submission Specifications

Journal of Social Sciences and Hospitality Industry (JSSHI)

Faculty of Hospitality Industry, Kasetsart University

1. About the Journal

Aims and Scope

Journal of Social Sciences and Hospitality Industry (JSSHI) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access, multidisciplinary academic journal published by the Faculty of Hospitality Industry, Kasetsart University. The journal is dedicated to addressing contemporary challenges, human dynamics, and future trends across applied social sciences, hospitality, tourism, and service management. JSSHI seeks to explore and analyze all dimensions of the service economy and human mobility—both positive and negative—through comprehensive multi-perspective analyses, providing a broad platform for scholarly exchange.

The primary aim of the journal is to analyze and assess the effects of hospitality, tourism, and broader social dynamics on human populations and communities globally, regionally, and locally, past and present. Papers from any discipline within the social sciences and service sectors will be considered, provided they are well-argued and deepen theoretical, conceptual, empirical, or methodological understanding.

JSSHI welcomes a diverse range of manuscript types, including traditional full-length research articles, short communications, opinion pieces, case studies, invited review articles, and applied research papers. The journal also offers opportunities to publish special issues or dedicated article collections to reflect topical developments and emerging areas of research.

Article Types

• Full Length Articles: Comprehensive empirical or theoretical research papers presenting novel findings.

Peer Review Policy

JSSHI operates a double-anonymized peer review process, meaning that author identities are concealed from reviewers and vice versa. Every submission undergoes an initial desk assessment by the editors to determine suitability. If deemed suitable, the manuscript is sent to at least two independent expert reviewers for objective scientific evaluation. The final decision regarding acceptance or rejection rests with the journal editors.

Editors are strictly excluded from managing or making decisions on manuscripts:

• Which they have co-authored themselves.

• Written by family members or immediate colleagues.

• Related to products, services, or organizations in which they hold a personal or financial interest.

Any such submissions are handled independently by an alternative editor without the involvement of the conflicted editor or their research group.

Authors may submit a formal appeal regarding an editorial decision, provided the request fulfills all procedural requirements outlined in the journal's Appeal Policy. Only one appeal per submission will be considered, and the appeal outcome is final.

Special Issues and Article Collections

The peer review process for special issues and guest-edited collections adheres to the same rigorous double-anonymized standards as regular submissions. Guest editors may manage reviewer assignments and recommend editorial decisions; however, the Editor-in-Chief / Journal Editor retains full oversight of research ethics and holds final authority over acceptance or rejection.

Open Access Policy

JSSHI is a fully Open Access journal. All published articles are made immediately and permanently free for readers worldwide to read, download, copy, distribute, and link to without subscription barriers.

2. Ethics and Publishing Policies

Ethics in Publishing

Authors must strictly adhere to international publishing ethics guidelines, ensuring authenticity, scientific rigor, and proper attribution across all submitted materials.

Submission Declaration

Submitting a manuscript to JSSHI implies that:

• The work has not been published previously (except as a preprint, conference abstract, academic thesis, or registered report).

• The manuscript is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.

• The submission has been approved by all co-authors and by the responsible authorities at the institution where the work was carried out.

• If accepted, the article will not be published elsewhere in the same form—in English or any other language—without written consent from the copyright holder.

All submissions are subjected to automated screening using plagiarism-detection tools prior to peer review.

Authorship Guidelines

All listed authors must have made substantial intellectual contributions to all three of the following criteria:

1. Conception and design of the study, acquisition of data, or analysis and interpretation of data.

2. Drafting the manuscript or revising it critically for important intellectual content.

3. Final approval of the version to be submitted and published.

All authors share collective accountability for the integrity and accuracy of the published work.

Authors must designate a single Corresponding Author to manage all communication with the journal during the submission, peer review, and publication stages. Only the corresponding author's institutional affiliation determines eligibility for publishing agreements or discounts (where applicable).

Changes to Authorship

Authorship lists and author order must be finalized prior to submission.

• Pre-Acceptance Changes: Any requests to add, remove, or reorder author names prior to acceptance must be submitted by the Corresponding Author using the official Authorship Change Request Form. The request must state the specific rationale and include written confirmation (email or signed letter) from all authors—including those being added or removed.

• Post-Acceptance Restrictions: No changes to authorship (additions, deletions, or reordering) are permitted after a manuscript has been accepted.

• Unauthorized or unapproved authorship changes may lead to immediate rejection or retraction of the published article.

Declaration of Competing Interests

All authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships with individuals or organizations that could inappropriately influence or bias their work. Potential competing interests include:

• Employment or consultancies

• Stock ownership or honoraria

• Paid expert testimony or patent applications

• Research grants or institutional funding

• Affiliation with JSSHI as an Editor or Editorial Board Member

Authors affiliated with the journal must include the following explicit statement:

"Given their role as [AUTHOR JOURNAL ROLE TITLE], [AUTHOR NAME] had no involvement in the peer review of this article and had no access to information regarding its peer review. Full responsibility for the editorial process for this article was delegated to another journal editor."

If no competing interests exist, state: "The authors declare no conflict of interest."

Funding Source Disclosures

Authors must explicitly disclose all financial support provided for the research or manuscript preparation. Specify grant numbers and the exact role of the funder in study design, data collection, analysis, drafting, or submission decisions.

Standard disclosure format:

Funding: This work was supported by the National Research Council of Thailand [grant numbers xxxx, yyyy]; and Kasetsart University Research and Development Institute [grant number zzzz].

If no funding was received, state:

"This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors."

Declaration of Generative AI Use

Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies (e.g., LLMs, writing assistants) must only be used under human control and oversight to support language editing or formatting. AI tools can never replace critical human analysis, scientific judgment, or evaluation, and cannot be listed or cited as a co-author.

Authors are fully accountable for the accuracy, sources, and originality of all AI-supported content. If AI technologies were used during manuscript preparation, authors must add a dedicated section immediately preceding the References list:

Declaration of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies in the Manuscript Preparation Process

During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [NAME OF TOOL / SERVICE] in order to [REASON, e.g., language refinement and proofreading]. After using this tool/service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take(s) full responsibility for the content of the published article.

(Disclosure is not required for basic grammar, spelling, or reference management tools.)

Preprints & Inclusive Language

• Preprints: Sharing preprints on recognized servers does not constitute prior publication.

• Inclusive Language: Writing must be inclusive, respectful, free from stereotypes, and neutral regarding age, gender, race, culture, sexual orientation, or disability. Use gender-neutral plural nouns (e.g., participants, managers, customers) rather than he/she.

• Sex and Gender-Based Analyses (SGBA): Differentiate between biological sex and social gender in accordance with SAGER Guidelines where human subjects are involved.

3. Writing, Formatting, and Layout Specifications

File Format Requirements

• Submissions must be editable files in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or LaTeX (.tex). PDF files are not acceptable primary source files.

• Use a standard single-column layout throughout the document.

• Ensure text is double-spaced with standard 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides.

• Enable automated spelling and grammar checks before submission.

Submission File Structure

Single-File Submissions (With Author Details)

When submitting as a single integrated document, place the full title page details at the top of page 1, followed immediately by the Abstract, Keywords, Main Text, Declarations, and References.

Split-File Submissions (Double-Anonymized Review)

If instructed by the portal to submit separate files for double-anonymized peer review:

1. Title Page File (Unblinded): Contains the article title, all author names, full institutional affiliations, corresponding author contact details, CRediT statements, funding disclosures, acknowledgements, and competing interest declarations.

2. Main Manuscript File (Anonymized): Contains the title, abstract, keywords, main text, tables, figures, and references. Do not include author names, affiliations, acknowledgements, or self-identifying references in this file.

Title Page Elements

• Article Title: Concise, informative, and clear (capitalize major words). Avoid formulas and non-standard abbreviations.

• Author Names & Affiliations: Provide full given and family names for all authors. Use superscript numbers (1,2) to link names to their institutional affiliations (department, faculty, university, city, country, postal code).

• Corresponding Author: Mark with an asterisk (∗) and provide their complete postal address, institutional phone number, and official email address.

Abstract and Keywords

• Abstract: A single paragraph of 150 to 250 words. Must succinctly outline: (1) Research Background/Purpose, (2) Methodology and Framework, (3) Key Empirical Results, and (4) Theoretical and Practical Implications. Avoid citations and uncommon acronyms.

• Keywords: Provide 4 to 6 relevant keywords immediately below the abstract, separated by commas. Avoid broad multi-word phrases containing "and" or "of".

Article Highlights & Graphical Abstract

• Highlights (Mandatory): Upload as a separate editable file. Include 3 to 5 bullet points capturing novel results or methods, with a strict maximum of 85 characters per bullet point (including spaces).

• Graphical Abstract (Optional): A high-resolution pictorial summary ($531\times 1328\text{ pixels}$, readable at $5\times 13\text{ cm}$). Preferred formats: TIFF, EPS, PDF, or PNG.

Main Text Structure (IMRaD Hierarchy)

Divide the manuscript into clearly numbered sections using Arabic numerals:

1. 1. Introduction: Context, theoretical rationale, literature gap, and specific research objectives.

2. 2. Literature Review & Conceptual Framework: Theoretical foundation, synthesis of relevant literature, and hypothesis development.

3. 3. Methodology: Sampling techniques, data collection procedures, instrument validity/reliability testing, and analytical methods (e.g., PLS-SEM, SmartPLS, thematic analysis).

4. 4. Results / Findings: Empirical results supported by structured tables and figures (avoid repeating numerical data verbatim in text).

5. 5. Discussion: Interpretation of results relative to prior research, theoretical contributions, and managerial implications for hospitality and service industries.

6. 6. Conclusion & Implications: Summary of primary insights, practical recommendations, study limitations, and future research directions.

Tables and Figures

Tables

• Tables must be embedded within the main text near where they are first cited.

• Must be provided as editable Word text tables (never embed tables as image screenshots).

• Number tables sequentially (Table 1, Table 2).

• Place table captions above the table body and explanatory notes below.

• Do not use vertical cell borders or heavy background shading.

Figures & Artwork

• Embed figures near their first mention in the text and provide separate high-resolution image files.

• Place figure captions below the figure graphic.

• Resolution Requirements:

  • Photos/Halftones: Minimum 300 dpi (TIFF, JPG, PNG).

  • Line Art/Graphics: Minimum 1000 dpi.

  • Combination Graphics: Minimum 500 dpi.

  • Vector Art: EPS or PDF.

4. Citation and Referencing Style (APA 7th Edition)

JSSHI strictly adheres to the American Psychological Association (APA) 7th Edition referencing style for both in-text citations and the reference list.

In-Text Citations

• One or Two Authors: (Smith & Johnson, 2022) or Smith and Johnson (2022)...

• Three or More Authors: (Smith et al., 2023) or Smith et al. (2023)...

Reference List Examples

• Journal Article:

  Van der Geer, J., Handgraaf, T., & Lupton, R. A. (2020). The art of writing a scientific article. Journal of Scientific Communications, 163, 51–59. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sc.2020.00372

• Journal Article with Article Number:

  Van der Geer, J., Handgraaf, T., & Lupton, R. A. (2022). The art of writing a scientific article. Heliyon, 19, Article e00205. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e00205

• Book:

  Strunk, W., Jr., & White, E. B. (2000). The elements of style (4th ed.). Longman.

• Book Chapter:

  Mettam, G. R., & Adams, L. B. (2020). How to prepare an electronic version of your article. In B. S. Jones & R. Z. Smith (Eds.), Introduction to the electronic age (pp. 281–304). E-Publishing Inc.

• Website:

  Powertech Systems. (2022). Lithium-ion vs lead-acid cost analysis. Retrieved January 6, 2022, from http://www.powertechsystems.eu/home/tech-corner/lithium-ion-vs-lead-acid-cost-analysis/

• Dataset:

  Oguro, M., Imahiro, S., Saito, S., & Nakashizuka, T. (2015). Mortality data for Japanese oak wilt disease and surrounding forest compositions [dataset]. Mendeley Data, v1. https://doi.org/10.17632/xwj98nb39r.1

• Conference Presentation / Poster:

  Engle, E. K., Cash, T. F., & Jarry, J. L. (2019, November). The Body Image Behaviours Inventory-3: Development and validation of the Body Image Compulsive Actions and Body Image Avoidance Scales [Poster presentation]. Meeting of the Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies, New York, NY.

• Software:

  Coon, E., Berndt, M., Jan, A., Svyatsky, D., Atchley, A., Kikinzon, E., Harp, D., Manzini, G., Shelef, E., Lipnikov, K., Garimella, R., Xu, C., Moulton, D., Karra, S., Painter, S., Jafarov, E., & Molins, S. (2020). Advanced Terrestrial Simulator (ATS) (Version 0.88) [Computer software]. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3727209

5. Pre-Submission Checklist & Post-Acceptance Process

Submission Checklist

Before submitting, verify that:

1. One author is designated as the Corresponding Author with complete institutional contact details.

2. All mandatory files are uploaded (Main Manuscript, Title Page/Header details, High-res Figures, Highlights file).

3. The document has undergone thorough English language proofreading and spell-checking.

4. Every reference cited in the text is present in the Reference List, and vice versa.

5. Written permissions have been secured for any copyrighted figures, tables, or adapted materials.

6. A 1–3 sentence statement explaining the manuscript's connection to hospitality, tourism, or applied social sciences is included in the Introduction.

Post-Acceptance Stages

• Publishing Agreement: Upon acceptance, the corresponding author must complete the journal's publishing license agreement online.

• Proof Corrections: Corresponding authors receive an email link to online proofs and must return all corrections within 48 hours (2 business days).

• Digital Object Identifier (DOI): Articles are assigned a permanent DOI link upon pre-proof online publication for immediate citation.
  
  

  Complete Manuscript Template

  Journal of Social Sciences and Hospitality Industry (JSSHI)

  Faculty of Hospitality Industry, Kasetsart University

  SECTION 1: TITLE PAGE & AUTHOR INFORMATION

  Article Title

  [Insert Article Title Here: Concise, Informative, Capitalize Major Words, Avoid Abbreviations]

  Author Details & Affiliations

  First Author Name$^{1,*}$, Second Author Name$^2$, Third Author Name$^3$

  $^1$ Department/Faculty, Name of University/Institution, City, Country

  $^2$ Department/Faculty, Name of University/Institution, City, Country

  $^3$ Department/Faculty, Name of University/Institution, City, Country

  • Corresponding Author ($^*$): Name of Corresponding Author

  • Institutional Address: Full Postal Address, Department, Faculty, University, Postal Code, Country

  • Official Email: author@institution.ac.th

  • ORCID iD: https://orcid.org/0000-0000-0000-0000

  Author Biographies / Profiles

  • [Author 1 Full Name, Qualifications]: Currently serves as [Current Academic Position] at [Faculty/Department, University]. Holds a [Degree Name, e.g., Ph.D. / D.B.A.] in [Field of Study]. Research interests center on [Key Research Areas, e.g., digital servitization, hospitality operations, service innovation]. ORCID: https://orcid.org/XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX.

  • [Author 2 Full Name, Qualifications]: Currently serves as [Current Academic Position] at [Faculty/Department, University]. Holds a [Degree Name] in [Field of Study]. Specialized in [Research Expertise, e.g., sustainable tourism, consumer behavior].

  • [Author 3 Full Name, Qualifications]: Currently serves as [Current Academic Position] at [Faculty/Department, University]. Holds a [Degree Name] in [Field of Study]. Research focus includes [Key Research Areas].

  CRediT Author Statement

  • First Author Name: Conceptualization, Methodology, Formal Analysis, Writing – Original Draft.

  • Second Author Name: Investigation, Data Curation, Writing – Review & Editing.

  • Third Author Name: Supervision, Resources, Project Administration, Funding Acquisition.

  Funding & Acknowledgements

  • Funding Statement: This work was supported by [Name of Funding Agency/University] [grant numbers XXXX, YYYY]. (If unfunded, state: "This research received no specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.")

  • Acknowledgements: The authors would like to thank [Name/Institution] for providing research facilities and administrative assistance during data collection.

  SECTION 2: ABSTRACT & KEYWORDS

  Abstract

  [Write a single structured or unstructured paragraph between 150–250 words. The abstract must clearly state: (1) Research Background & Purpose, (2) Methodology, Sampling & Analytical Framework, (3) Key Empirical Findings, and (4) Theoretical & Managerial Contributions. Do not include citations, non-standard abbreviations, or bullet points.]

  Keywords: Keyword 1, Keyword 2, Keyword 3, Keyword 4, Keyword 5 (Provide 4 to 6 keywords separated by commas)

  SECTION 3: MAIN TEXT STRUCTURE

  1. Introduction

  • 1.1 Research Context & Background: Introduce the background of the study, highlighting contemporary developments in hospitality, tourism, or applied social sciences.

  • 1.2 Connection to JSSHI Scope (Mandatory 1–3 Sentences): Explicitly explain how this study relates to and advances knowledge in the hospitality industry, service management, or applied social dynamics.

  • 1.3 Problem Statement & Research Gap: Identify the theoretical or empirical gaps in existing literature that this study addresses.

  • 1.4 Research Objectives & Questions: State the primary research aims and specific research questions/hypotheses.

  2. Literature Review & Conceptual Framework

  • 2.1 Theoretical Foundation: Ground the study in relevant theoretical models (e.g., Service-Dominant Logic, Theory of Planned Behavior, Technology Acceptance Model).

  • 2.2 Literature Synthesis: Synthesize prior empirical studies surrounding key constructs.

  • 2.3 Conceptual Framework & Hypothesis Development: Present the conceptual model linking variables and justify each proposed hypothesis ($H_1, H_2, H_3$).

  3. Methodology

  • 3.1 Research Design & Population: Describe the research design (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods), target population, and sample context.

  • 3.2 Sampling Technique & Data Collection: Detail the sampling method (e.g., purposive sampling, stratified random sampling), sample size determination, and data collection procedures.

  • 3.3 Measurement Instruments: Outline measurement scales, questionnaire items, and operationalization of constructs, including preliminary pre-test/pilot test validity and reliability assessments.

  • 3.4 Data Analytical Tools: Specify the statistical software and techniques used for analysis (e.g., PLS-SEM using SmartPLS, CB-SEM using AMOS, or Qualitative Thematic Analysis).

  4. Results / Findings

  • 4.1 Respondent Demographic Profile: Present participant characteristics using formatted editable Word tables.

  • 4.2 Measurement Model Evaluation (For Quantitative/SEM): Report indicator loadings, Cronbach's alpha, composite reliability (CR), average variance extracted (AVE), and discriminant validity (Fornell-Larcker criterion / HTMT).

  • 4.3 Structural Model & Hypothesis Testing: Present path coefficients ($\beta$), $t$-values, $p$-values, coefficients of determination ($R^2$), effect sizes ($f^2$), and predictive relevance ($Q^2$).

  • 4.4 Qualitative / Case Study Analysis (If Applicable): Present core themes, sub-themes, and illustrative direct quotes.

  5. Discussion

  • 5.1 Interpretation of Findings: Discuss the empirical results in relation to the research objectives and compare them with prior literature.

  • 5.2 Theoretical Contributions: Explain how the findings extend existing theoretical frameworks and knowledge in social sciences and hospitality.

  • 5.3 Managerial & Practical Implications: Provide actionable managerial, operational, or policy recommendations for hospitality practitioners, service managers, and community leaders.

  6. Conclusion & Future Directions

  • 6.1 Conclusion: Summarize the core theoretical and empirical takeaways of the study.

  • 6.2 Limitations: Acknowledge study limitations regarding sample scope, cross-sectional design, or methodology.

  • 6.3 Future Research Directions: Suggest specific avenues and methodologies for future scholars.

  SECTION 4: DECLARATIONS & REFERENCES

  Declarations

  • Declaration of Competing Interests: The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.

  • Declaration of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies: During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [Tool Name] for [Reason, e.g., proofreading and grammatical refinement]. After using this tool/service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take(s) full responsibility for the content of the published article. (If no AI was used, remove this statement).

  References (APA 7th Edition Style)

  Arrange entries alphabetically by the first author's last name. Include DOIs for all applicable sources:

  1. Journal Article Example:

     Sangnak, D., & Poo-Udom, A. (2025). Digital servitization and knowledge management in service ecosystems. Journal of Social Sciences and Hospitality Industry, 2(1), 45–62. https://doi.org/10.xxxx/jsshi.2025.123

  2. Book Example:

     Srisawat, T. (2024). Sustainable operations in contemporary hospitality management. Academic Press.

  3. Book Chapter Example:

     Mettam, G. R., & Adams, L. B. (2020). How to prepare an electronic version of your article. In B. S. Jones & R. Z. Smith (Eds.), Introduction to the electronic age (pp. 281–304). E-Publishing Inc.

  4. Website / Online Report Example:

     World Travel & Tourism Council. (2023). Economic impact report 2023. Retrieved January 15, 2024, from https://wttc.org/research/economic-impact