Week 1
Initial editorial screening
We check fit, scope, and baseline quality so your work reaches the right reviewers quickly.
International Maronite Journal
A home for thoughtful finance research that connects strong methods with real-world human behavior, guided by serious peer review and respectful editorial dialogue.
Highlights
Most popular published manuscripts
Editorial Mission
Careful scholarship, clear communication, and fair review
We publish work that is technically grounded and readable beyond a narrow specialty. Our editors value precision, but we also value writing that helps readers understand why the question matters and how the results can be used.
What Authors Can Expect
A submission process built to be clear and practical
01
Straightforward submission
The form is structured, concise, and designed to avoid unnecessary friction.
02
Double-blind peer review
Manuscripts are evaluated on evidence and argument, not on author identity.
03
Actionable feedback
Reviews emphasize clarity and next steps, so revision decisions are concrete.
From Submission To Decision
How the process usually unfolds
Weeks 2-5
Double-blind peer review
Reviewers assess originality, method, interpretation, and contribution with structured criteria.
Week 6+
Decision with guidance
You receive a clear editorial decision and practical direction for revision when applicable.
Research Scope
Topics we actively welcome
Behavioral finance in practice
Investor behavior, decision biases, and market implications supported by robust data.
Quantitative modeling and risk
New modeling techniques, validation methods, and risk frameworks with transparent assumptions.
Methodological contributions
Reproducible methods that improve how finance research is designed, tested, and interpreted.
Policy and market structure
Evidence-based studies on regulation, institutions, and the mechanics of market systems.
About the Journal
The International Maronite Journal connects rigorous quantitative thinking with the realities of financial behavior. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical advances, and methodological work that helps the field move forward.
Do I need a perfect draft before submitting?
No. We look for a strong question, sound method, and honest discussion of limitations.
What kind of feedback should I expect?
We prioritize feedback that is specific enough to help you improve the next revision.