Editorial Process (Peer Review)

The International Journal of Financial Systems (IJFS) is a semiannual publication dedicated to advancing the understanding of financial systems and their development. As a scholarly platform, IJFS provides researchers, academics, and practitioners with an opportunity to contribute their insights, findings, and analyses, promoting a comprehensive exploration of the concepts and significance of financial systems.

  1. Manuscript Submission: Scholars submit their manuscripts through the IJFS online submission portal. This initial step introduces new perspectives and research to the evolving field of financial systems.

  2. Initial Screening by the Editorial Team: The editorial team conducts a preliminary review of submissions to ensure they meet the journal’s guidelines and scope, focusing on formal requirements without assessing academic content.

  3. Evaluation by Editor-in-Chief (EIC): The EIC evaluates the manuscript’s alignment with the journal’s thematic focus and scholarly standards, determining whether it should proceed in the peer review process.

  4. Delegation to an Associate Editor (AE): An AE, with expertise in the subject area, is assigned to oversee the peer review process, ensuring that the manuscript is reviewed by the most suitable experts.

  5. Reviewer Selection: Experts in financial systems are invited to review the manuscript. Typically, two independent reviewers are selected to maintain the integrity of the double-anonymous peer review system, where both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous to each other throughout the process.

  6. Reviewers' Consideration: Selected reviewers assess their capability to review based on their expertise, any potential conflicts of interest, and availability. They may also suggest alternative reviewers if necessary.

  7. Conducting the Review: Reviewers perform a comprehensive evaluation of the manuscript, beginning with its overall contribution and then offering detailed feedback. Their recommendations are submitted to the journal.

  8. Editorial Deliberation: The AE reviews all feedback from the reviewers, balancing differing opinions, and may consult an additional reviewer if needed to arrive at a well-informed decision.

  9. Decision Communication: Authors are notified of the decision, accompanied by anonymous feedback from the reviewers. The double-blind review process ensures unbiased and constructive critiques.

  10. Follow-up Actions: Accepted manuscripts proceed to the production stage.

  11. Copyediting Process: After acceptance, the manuscript undergoes a copyediting process by the IJFS Editors to refine clarity, coherence, and consistency.

  12. Proofreading Phase: Following copyediting, the manuscript is proofread by the Language Center of UNJ (UPT Bahasa UNJ) to ensure the final version is error-free before publication.

  13. Publication Schedule: The IJFS publishes its issues in July and December each year, following a rigorous peer review process that ensures the publication of high-quality research.

The IJFS is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic publishing through its meticulous editorial process. Each stage, from manuscript submission to final publication, is designed to ensure that the research published is both impactful and of exceptional quality. By engaging experts in the field and employing rigorous editing and proofreading protocols, IJFS continues to contribute significantly to the global discourse on financial systems, fostering a deeper understanding and development of this critical field.