Selection criteria for IFC Working Papers

In order to be considered for publication in the IFC Working Paper Series, papers should:

• Be analytical by nature, contain significant original research not previously published, and refer to existing literature
• Cover statistical issues of interest to central banks or be directly related to a statistical topic covering economic, monetary and financial stability
• 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

• Final drafts of the papers should be submitted in the official template used for IFC publications
• Only English language papers will be considered for publication
• All submissions should include a separate title page with the author's name and contact information
• An abstract of strictly 100 words or less must accompany the paper
• A list of references should be included at the end of the paper
• Papers accepted for publication will be expected to conform to the general style of IFC Working Paper Series