About the Journal

Approach and scope

EconoQuantum is a quantitative journal of economics and finance. It aims to provide a space for debate and dissemination of cutting-edge research in all areas related to economics and finance, provided that it contains rigorous quantitative arguments.

EconoQuantum publishes both scientific articles of an applied nature and theoretical articles based on events of empirical relevance. The geographical focus is Mexico, Latin America, and developing countries. The journal is aimed at researchers, students, economic and financial policymakers, and public and private-sector decision-makers.

There are no restrictions on the type of quantitative methodology as long as rigorous analysis techniques are used. The journal considers econometric, numerical studies, and partial and general equilibrium models for publication. There are also no restrictions on the theoretical perspectives of the works as long as they meet the evaluation criteria. Essays, book reviews, case studies, and manuscripts of a qualitative nature are not among the type of studies considered in EconoQuantum.

A double-blind review process governs the evaluation of articles.

Peer review process

In EconoQuantum, a double-blind peer review process governs the evaluation of articles.

Publication Frequency

EconoQuantum is a biannual publication:

  • January (first semester)
  • July (second semester)

Section policies

EconoQuantum has two sections; the first comprises “Articles” and the second “Inserts.”

  • The “Articles” section will comprise unpublished academic works that not only emphasize the use of quantitative methods in the analysis of phenomena occurring in the field of economics and finance but also employ advanced or innovative techniques.
  • The “Inserts” section, unlike the “Articles” section, does not prioritize the formal use of quantitative methods of analysis. However, the works included in this section must meet the academic quality requirements of the journal. Examples of works that can compose this section are updated bibliographical reviews on a specific economic or financial topic, the presentation in non-technical language of economic theories, or models that can serve as a study guide for non-specialists in economic topics, students or researchers in other areas.

The types of studies that EconoQuantum does not accept are book reviews, case studies, essays, and theoretical models without empirical foundations.

Review times

The Editor should inform the author about the evaluation process of their article. The Editor will inform them from the beginning (in the Editorial policies) that the process may take three to six months, in the case of articles with an open topic. If the deadline is extended, the author will be informed of the reason for the delay. It will be up to the author to continue with the judging process or to cancel their participation.

Archive

This journal uses the Janus Plug-In for digital preservation under the OAIS standard that allows the creation of permanent archives in the journal for preservation and restoration purposes.

Financial model

EconoQuantum receives funding from the Classification System of Mexican Science and Technology Journals, CONACyT, and an institutional grant from the Universidad de Guadalajara.

Institution

Universidad de Guadalajara publishes EconoQuantum through the Department of Quantitative Methods and the master’s degree in Economics of the University Center of Economic and Managerial Sciences.