About the Journal

INTEGRA: Integrating Knowledge for Global Impact


INTEGRA is a peer-reviewed, open-access multidisciplinary scientific journal published by Cendikia Al Azhar. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers to publish original research articles, review articles, and conceptual papers that contribute to the advancement of knowledge across diverse disciplines.

The journal is committed to promoting high-quality scholarly communication, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and disseminating research findings that address contemporary challenges at local, national, and global levels. Guided by its tagline, "Integrating Knowledge for Global Impact," INTEGRA seeks to bridge disciplinary boundaries and encourage innovative approaches to solving complex societal issues.

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Focus and Scope

INTEGRA welcomes scholarly contributions from a broad range of disciplines, including but not limited to:

1. Law and Governance

This area covers research and scholarly discussions related to legal studies, governance systems, public administration, and policy development, including:

  • Constitutional Law
  • Administrative Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Civil Law
  • Business and Commercial Law
  • International Law
  • Human Rights
  • Public Policy
  • Governance and Public Administration
  • Legal Reform and Justice Studies

2. Education and Humanities

This area focuses on educational research, humanities, culture, language, and human development, including:

  • Educational Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Learning Innovation
  • Educational Technology
  • Language and Literature
  • Cultural Studies
  • Historical Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Humanities Research
  • Educational Assessment and Evaluation

3. Economics, Business and Management

This area publishes studies related to economic development, business practices, entrepreneurship, and organizational management, including:

  • Economics
  • Development Economics
  • Business Administration
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing Management
  • Financial Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Digital Business
  • Accounting and Finance

4. Science, Technology and Engineering

This area covers scientific discoveries, technological innovations, and engineering applications, including:

  • Information Systems
  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Applied Technology

5. Agriculture, Environment and Sustainability

This area focuses on agriculture, environmental management, food systems, and sustainable development, including:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Agribusiness
  • Food Technology
  • Plantation Management
  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Management
  • Sustainable Development
  • Natural Resource Conservation
  • Climate Change Studies
  • Green Innovation

6. Islamic Studies

This area accommodates research and scholarly discussions related to Islamic knowledge, thought, education, law, and contemporary issues, including:

  • Islamic Studies
  • Islamic Education
  • Islamic Educational Management
  • Islamic Economics and Finance
  • Sharia Economics
  • Islamic Banking
  • Islamic Law (Fiqh)
  • Quranic and Tafsir Studies
  • Hadith Studies
  • Islamic Thought and Civilization
  • Contemporary Islamic Issues
  • Islamic Social and Cultural Studies

7. Social Sciences and Community Development

This area covers research addressing social dynamics, community empowerment, and societal development, including:

  • Sociology
  • Community Development
  • Social Policy
  • Rural Development
  • Urban Studies
  • Public Welfare Studies
  • Social Innovation
  • Community Empowerment
  • Population Studies
  • Social Transformation

8. Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies

This area welcomes studies that integrate perspectives, methods, and theories from multiple disciplines to address complex contemporary issues, including:

  • Cross-disciplinary Research
  • Multidisciplinary Research
  • Interdisciplinary Innovation
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Integrated Scientific Approaches
  • Science, Technology and Society
  • Religion, Science and Society
  • Knowledge Integration Studies
  • Innovation and Sustainability Studies
  • Contemporary Global Challenges

The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, and conceptual papers that demonstrate academic rigor, originality, and relevance to scientific development and societal advancement.

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Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to INTEGRA undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers based on originality, scientific quality, methodological soundness, relevance, and contribution to the field of study.

The Editor-in-Chief and Section Editors make the final decision regarding manuscript acceptance based on reviewers' recommendations and editorial considerations.

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Open Access Policy

INTEGRA provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

Readers may read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles without seeking prior permission from the publisher or author, provided proper attribution is given to the original work.

No subscription fees are charged to readers for accessing journal content.

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Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with INTEGRA retain the copyright of their work.

Authors grant the journal the right of first publication while allowing the work to be shared, distributed, and used for educational and non-commercial purposes, provided appropriate credit is given to the author(s) and the journal.

The opinions expressed in published articles are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the editors, reviewers, publisher, or affiliated institutions.

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Publication Ethics

INTEGRA is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and follows internationally recognized ethical publishing practices.

Editors, reviewers, and authors are expected to adhere to principles of integrity, transparency, confidentiality, objectivity, and academic honesty throughout the publication process.

Plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, duplicate submission, and other forms of academic misconduct are strictly prohibited.

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Sponsorship Disclosure

INTEGRA is published by Cendikia Al Azhar as an independent scholarly publication platform.

The journal does not permit sponsors, advertisers, or external parties to influence editorial decisions, peer review outcomes, or publication policies. All editorial decisions are based solely on academic merit, scientific quality, and relevance to the journal's scope.

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Archiving Policy

INTEGRA is committed to ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content.

The journal utilizes the PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN) to provide secure digital preservation of scholarly content. In addition, the journal supports the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS (Controlled Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) archiving systems to ensure permanent access and preservation of the scholarly record. These preservation systems protect journal content against accidental loss and ensure continued accessibility for future generations of researchers.

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Privacy Statement

The names, email addresses, and other personal information entered on this journal website will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party without the user's consent.

INTEGRA respects the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers and is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable laws and ethical standards.

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History of the Journal

INTEGRA was established by Cendikia Al Azhar as a multidisciplinary scientific journal dedicated to promoting the integration of knowledge across academic disciplines. The journal was founded to facilitate scholarly communication, encourage interdisciplinary research collaboration, and contribute to sustainable scientific development and global impact.

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Publication Frequency

INTEGRA is published biannually, with two issues per year:

- June
- December

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Publisher
Cendikia Al Azhar
Indonesia

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Contact Information

Editorial Office of INTEGRA
Cendikia Al Azhar
Email: cendikia.alazhar@gmail.com
Website: https://alazharcendikia.com/

Editor in Chief:
Dr. Ali Azhar, S.Sos., M.H., M.M.