Selection criteria for IFC Working Papers
In order to be considered for publication in the IFC Working Paper Series, papers
should:
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Be analytical by nature, contain significant original research not previously
published, and refer to existing literature
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Cover statistical issues of interest to central banks or be directly related to
a statistical topic covering economic, monetary and financial stability
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Appeal to an international audience
Editorial review process
Submitted papers will go through a formal editorial review process. Each paper will
be reviewed by 2 members of the IFC Executive who will determine the
analytical/academic value of the paper and make a recommendation to the
Executive.
Submission instructions
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Final drafts of the papers should be submitted in the official template used
for IFC publications
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Only English language papers will be considered for publication
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All submissions should include a separate title page with the author's name
and contact information
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An abstract of strictly 100 words or less must accompany the paper
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A list of references should be included at the end of the paper
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Papers accepted for publication will be expected to conform to the general
style of IFC Working Paper Series
