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.

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

Week 1

Initial editorial screening

We check fit, scope, and baseline quality so your work reaches the right reviewers quickly.

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.