Reviewer Recognition Policy

At IRSEF, we highly value the contributions of our reviewers, whose expertise ensures the publication of high-quality, original, and sustainable research in economics and finance. The Reviewer Recognition Program acknowledges these contributions and encourages excellence in the peer review process.

Annual Acknowledgment

  • Each year, IRSEF publishes a formal acknowledgment of all reviewers who participated in the peer review process, available in print and online.

  • Reviewers’ names are included in the journal’s annual report and on the official website.

Personalized Certificates

  • Reviewers providing multiple or exceptional reviews receive personalized certificates of appreciation.

  • Certificates may be included in professional portfolios and are issued annually by the editorial office.

Top Reviewer Award

  • Outstanding reviewers are selected based on the timeliness, quality, and thoroughness of their reviews.

  • Top reviewers are recognized on the IRSEF website and in the journal’s annual report.

Reviewer Evaluation & Professional Development

  • Editors evaluate reviewers based on feedback quality, adherence to deadlines, and contribution to peer review standards.

  • Reviewers may be invited to workshops and webinars on publishing ethics and peer review best practices.

Digital Badges

  • Reviewers achieving significant milestones may receive digital badges to display on professional profiles.

Conclusion
IRSEF is committed to recognizing and rewarding reviewers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth within sustainable economics and finance scholarship.