Peer Review Process
3. Editorial Structure and Peer Review Philosophy
The credibility of any academic journal depends greatly on its editorial governance and peer review practices. IJFMS maintains a structured and selective review system overseen by subject experts in finance and management.
3.1 Editorial Board Composition
The editorial board includes scholars with expertise in corporate finance, econometrics, management strategy, financial engineering, and behavioural sciences. Their role includes manuscript screening, reviewer assignment, policy development, and ensuring adherence to scholarly standards.
3.2 Initial Screening Process
All manuscripts undergo initial evaluation for relevance, originality, clarity, and methodological coherence. Submissions that do not meet basic academic requirements are filtered out to maintain high standards.
3.3 Double-Blind Peer Review
IJFMS employs a double-blind peer review system, ensuring that both reviewers and authors remain anonymous. This enhances objectivity and prevents the influence of reputation or institutional bias.
3.4 Commitment to Constructive Feedback
One unique aspect of IJFMS’s review culture is its focus on constructive and developmental feedback. The journal encourages reviewers to assist authors in improving the quality of their manuscripts, thereby supporting academic growth.