Disciplines
- Economic theory:
- Examines the fundamental principles that govern economic behavior and the interactions between economic agents.
- Political economy:
- Analyzes the relationship between politics and economics, exploring how political decisions affect economic activity and vice versa.
- Business economy:
- It focuses on the study of business operations and decisions, including management, business strategy, and corporate decision making.
- Industrial economy:
- Examines the structure and behavior of industries, as well as economic regulation and competition.
- Labor Economics:
- Analyzes labor markets, labor supply and demand, as well as problems related to employment and wages.
- Urban and Rural Economy:
- It studies economic phenomena in urban and rural environments, including topics such as urban development, regional planning and agriculture.
- Development Economics:
- It focuses on the study of economic development processes, the reduction of poverty and inequality in economies.
- Technological Economy:
- Examines the relationship between technology, innovation and economic growth.
- Tourism Economy:
- Analyzes the economic aspects related to the tourism industry, including tourism demand, investment and local economic impact.
- Transportation Economics:
- Studies transportation systems, economic efficiency in mobility and the economic effects of transportation.
- Macroeconomy:
- It analyzes the economy as a whole, focusing on variables such as economic growth, employment, inflation and fiscal policy.
- Microeconomics:
- It deals with individual behavior of consumers and businesses, examining supply and demand in specific markets.
- Quantitative Economics:
- Uses mathematical and statistical methods to analyze and model economic phenomena.
- Economics of Resources and the Environment:
- Examines the sustainable management of natural resources and the relationship between the economy and the environment.
- Economic History and Demography:
- Investigates historical events and patterns in economic development and demographics.
- International Trade:
- It focuses on trade interactions between countries, trade policies, and the economic impact of globalization.
- Exchange rates:
- Analyze exchange rates between different currencies and the factors that influence them.
- Finance, Accounting and Insurance:
- Addresses topics related to financial management, business accounting and the economic aspects of the insurance sector.
Evaluation process to ensure the quality and validity of articles
- Rigorous Selection of Reviewers:
- Reviewers are chosen with solid experience and knowledge in the specific area of economics covered in the manuscript.
- Diversity of opinions and approaches are sought to obtain comprehensive evaluations.
- Detailed Content Evaluation:
- Reviewers thoroughly analyze every aspect of the manuscript, including methodology, results, discussion, and conclusions.
- Special attention is paid to originality, relevance, and significant contribution to the field.
- Emphasis on Methodology and Scientific Rigor:
- The methodology used is carefully evaluated, ensuring that it is robust and appropriate to address the research questions posed.
- The validity of the results and the appropriate interpretation of the findings are verified.
- Ethical and Integrity Requirement:
- A thorough review of research ethics is performed, including data manipulation, transparency in the presentation of results, and proper citation of sources.
- Work that does not meet ethical standards is rejected.
- Constructive and Specific Feedback:
- Reviewers provide detailed, specific, and constructive feedback to guide authors in improving their work.
- Reviewers are expected to highlight both positive aspects and points that need attention.
- Consideration of Impact and Relevance:
- The potential impact of the work on the academic community and its relevance for the advancement of knowledge in the area is evaluated.
- The connection with current debates and the article's ability to contribute significantly to the field are sought.
- Transparent Editorial Decisions:
- Editorial decisions are made transparently, based on review reports, the quality of the work, and its contribution to the field.
- The reasons behind editorial decisions are clearly communicated to authors.
- Focus on Continuous Improvement:
- Collaboration between authors and reviewers is encouraged to achieve significant improvements in the work.
- Importance is given to continuous iteration and review until exceptional quality standards are achieved.
Time
Time and deadline management is a crucial component in the peer review process.
- Submission of the Manuscript:
- The authors send their manuscripts to the journal, complying with the deadlines established by it.
- Initial Review by the Editor:
- The editor performs the initial review within a reasonable period of time, generally within the first 7 to 14 days of receipt of the manuscript.
- Selection of Reviewers:
- The editor selects the reviewers and sends them the manuscript within 7 to 14 days of the initial review.
- Anonymous Peer Review:
- Reviewers carry out the review within a set time limit, usually between 14 and 21 days from receipt of the manuscript.
- Review Report:
- Reviewers submit their reports to the editor within 14 to 21 days from the start of the review.
- Authors' Response:
- Authors receive review reports and respond within 14 to 21 days of receiving the reports.
- Editorial Decision:
- The editor makes a decision based on the review reports and authors' responses within 14 to 21 days of receiving the authors' responses.
- Publication:
- If the manuscript is accepted, it is scheduled for publication within a reasonable period of time, generally within 30 to 60 days of the editorial decision.