Journal of Commercial Education (ISSN 2982-3978 / E-ISSN 2982-3986)
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Organization: Commercial Education Society of Australia (CESA)
Call for Papers – Journal of Commercial Education (Vol. 1, No. 2, February 2026)
The Journal of Commercial Education (JCE) invites submissions for its forthcoming February 2026 issue. The Journal is administered by the Commercial Education Society of Australia (CESA) — an independent professional association founded more than a century ago to advance commercial and tertiary education in Australia and beyond.
About the Society and the Journal
Since its establishment in the early twentieth century, CESA has been at the forefront of educational innovation. It was the first organisation in Australia to administer commercial examinations, laying foundations for the country’s modern business and tertiary qualifications. Today, CESA continues to promote quality, professionalism, and collaboration across independent higher education, maintaining a long tradition of scholarship and service.
The Journal of Commercial Education is a peer-reviewed academic publication registered with the National Library of Australia (ISSN 2982-3978 / E-ISSN 2982-3986). It publishes twice each year — 1 February and 1 August — and provides a platform for research, reflection, and informed dialogue on all aspects of higher and professional education.
Scope
Commercial education is understood broadly to include all forms of post-secondary and tertiary education preparing people for professional, technical, and academic careers. The Journal welcomes submissions from scholars, researchers, educators, and practitioners across Australia and internationally. Topics may address, but are not limited to:
Higher education policy, leadership, and governance
Curriculum design, assessment, and learning innovation
Employability, professional skills, and industry collaboration
Institutional development and quality assurance
The relationship between education, work, and society
History and philosophy of tertiary education
Technology, AI, sustainability, and the future of higher education
Types of Contributions
The Journal of Commercial Education accepts:
Research articles – empirical or theoretical studies;
Conceptual and discussion papers – exploring new perspectives and debates;
Practice-based papers – linking teaching and learning to real-world outcomes;
Reflective essays – on pedagogy, leadership, or professional experience;
Policy analyses and position papers – addressing current reforms or issues;
Case studies and international perspectives – showcasing institutional or regional innovation;
Book reviews and short commentaries – engaging with contemporary educational literature.
Submissions from emerging scholars and early-career academics are particularly encouraged.
Ethics and Peer Review
All papers undergo single-blind peer review by three members of the Editorial Board. Authors must submit a signed Declaration of Originality and Authorship, disclose any conflicts of interest, and note any use of generative AI. Academic integrity is paramount; misconduct such as plagiarism or copyright breach may result in rejection or retraction.
Submission Requirements
Deadline: 30 December 2025 for the February 2026 issue.
Submission fee: AUD 50 (non-refundable) per paper.Account Name: Commercial Education Society of Australia
Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA)
BSB: 062-005 Account Number: 0000-1925
SWIFT Code (international): CTBAAU25
Email submissions (using the official JCE template) with proof of payment and declaration form to: journal@commercialeducation.com.au
Publication Process
Submission – Manuscript, declaration, and payment confirmation emailed to the Journal.
Peer Review – Single-blind review by three independent reviewers.
Feedback & Revision – Authors receive comments and may revise within two weeks.
Editorial Decision – Acceptance requires two positive reviews.
Publication – Accepted articles are copy-edited and published under a Creative Commons Licence (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).
Indexing and DOI Assignment
From February 2026, all accepted articles will receive Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) to ensure global discoverability and permanent citation.
Why Contribute?
Publishing in the Journal of Commercial Education connects authors with a vibrant community of educators, researchers, and policymakers who share a commitment to the advancement of independent higher education. Contributions help sustain a century-long tradition of professional excellence and dialogue linking Australia’s private tertiary sector with the wider international academic community.
Further Information
For author templates, declaration forms, and full guidelines, please visit:
???? www.CommercialEducation.com.au/journal-authors
Contact Information
The Managing Editor, Kathleen McKenzie FCES:
journal@commercialeducation.com.au
Contact Email
journal@commercialeducation.com.au
URL
https://commercialeducation.com.au/journal
https://commercialeducation.com.au/journal
journal@commercialeducation.com.au
Mrs Kathleen McKenzie