Author Guidelines

Writing Article Guidance for FINEST Journal

 

Editor Policies

Writing Article for FINEST: Jurnal Riset dan Pengembangan Ekonomi Islam is published twice a year, every June and December, containing papers/articles about the Islamic Economics, Islamic Finance and Accounting comprising the latest empirical studies, country-specific studies, policy evaluations on Islamic economics and comparative international Islamic finance, and accounting.

General requirements:

  1. The length of the article is between 4000 to 7000 words (including bibliography, notes, and tables).
  2. Attach a statement that the article has not been published yet in any other publication and in any forms.
  3. Each article will be given test of plagiarism.
  4. The article consists of 9 components:

The sections in the article does not use chapters (except for the research result and the discussion), but the indicators that the components or sections in the article stated can be seen at the first sentence in the first paragraph.

The article is delivered using the following components:

Title: Maximum 15 words. The font used is Cambria, 14, centered and bold. (Title is written in English and Indonesian)

The writer’s name: The author's name is written below the title using Cambria font, 12, in bold, without titles, and cannot be abbreviated. The name of the institution and the author's email address are listed below the author's name.

Abstract: The abstract should be written in one paragraph (150–250 words) and include five key elements: a brief background explaining the context or problem being studied, a clear statement of the research purpose or objectives, a concise description of the methods used (including participants, instruments, or procedures), a summary of the main findings or results, and a concluding statement highlighting the significance, implications, or contributions of the research. The abstract should be concise, factual, written in formal academic language, and should not include references, citations, or overly detailed explanations. [Cambria font, 11, Normal]

Keywords: Maximum 5 words/phrase

Introduction: An introduction should clearly establish the background and importance of the research topic, drawing on relevant literature to show what is already known. It should then identify the research gap or problem that has not yet been adequately addressed, leading to a clear statement of the research purpose or objectives. The introduction may also present the research questions or hypotheses and briefly indicate the scope of the study. Finally, it should highlight the significance or contribution of the research to theory, practice, or future studies. The introduction must be logically organized, concise, and written in a formal academic tone, providing a strong foundation for the rest of the article. [Cambria font, 12, Normal]

Method: The method section should clearly describe how the research was conducted, including the research design, participants or data sources, instruments or materials used, and the procedures for data collection and analysis. It must provide enough detail so that the study can be replicated by other researchers, while remaining concise and focused. The description should be written objectively and in a formal academic tone, explaining each step in a logical sequence. [Cambria font, 12, Normal]

Findings and Discussion: The findings and discussion section should present the results of the study clearly and logically, using tables, figures, or descriptive statements as needed to highlight key patterns or outcomes. The findings should be directly linked to the research questions or objectives, followed by a discussion that interprets their meaning in relation to existing theories or previous research. This section should explain the significance of the results, why they matter, and how they contribute to the broader field, while also acknowledging any limitations. The writing should be analytical rather than merely descriptive, demonstrating how the findings advance understanding of the topic. [Cambria font, 12, Normal]

Conclusion: The conclusion should briefly summarize the main findings of the study and clearly state how they address the research purpose or questions. It should highlight the theoretical or practical implications of the research, explain its contribution to the field, and, if relevant, offer recommendations for practice or policy. The conclusion may also suggest directions for future research based on the study’s limitations. It should be concise, focused, and written without introducing new data or arguments. [Cambria font, 12, Normal]

References: The reference section should list all sources cited in the text, formatted consistently according to the required style (APA 7th edition). Use accurate and complete information for each entry, including author, year, title, journal name, volume, issue, pages, and DOI if available. Prioritize recent and reputable scholarly sources to support the credibility of the article.