Article Submission Guidelines
Article Types
The Economic Institute accepts the following types of articles for publication:
- Analytical Commentary — Short-form analysis of current economic events, policy decisions, or market developments. Typically 2,000-3,500 words.
- Comparative Analysis — Cross-country or cross-regional analysis examining economic policies, indicators, or institutional frameworks. Typically 3,500-5,000 words.
- Economic Review — Comprehensive review of economic conditions in a specific sector, country, or region. Typically 4,000-6,000 words.
- Policy Analysis — In-depth examination of specific economic policies, their design, implementation, and outcomes. Typically 3,000-5,000 words.
- Sector Study — Focused analysis of a particular economic sector, including market structure, trends, and outlook. Typically 3,500-5,000 words.
Formatting Requirements
- —Manuscripts should be submitted in PDF or DOCX format
- —Use 12pt serif font (Times New Roman or similar) with 1.5 line spacing
- —Include an abstract of 150-250 words
- —Provide 4-6 keywords
- —All figures and tables should be clearly labeled and referenced in text
- —Citations should follow APA 7th edition format
Review Process
All article submissions undergo a two-stage review process:
- Editorial Review — The editorial team assesses the submission for scope, relevance, and quality within 1-2 weeks.
- Peer Review — Qualified submissions are sent to two independent reviewers for evaluation. This stage typically takes 3-4 weeks.
Authors will receive one of the following decisions: Accept, Accept with Minor Revisions, Revise and Resubmit, or Decline.
Style Guidelines
- —Write in clear, accessible language suitable for an informed but non-specialist audience
- —Avoid jargon; define technical terms on first use
- —Use active voice where possible
- —All data claims must be sourced and verifiable
- —Disclose any potential conflicts of interest