Author Guidelines

  1. Manuscript Focus and Scope

The Journal of Islamic Economics and Philanthropy (JIEP) is a peer-reviewed journal published by the University of Darussalam Gontor, Indonesia, focusing on Islamic economics and philanthropy. JIEP welcomes original research articles, theoretical studies, empirical research, case studies, and literature reviews covering:

  1. Theory and Practice of Islamic Philanthropy
  2. Philanthropy in Islamic Economics
  3. Philanthropy in Islamic Finance
  4. Philanthropy in Islamic Society
  5. Philanthropy in Islamic Monetary Systems
  6. Philanthropy in Islamic Public Policy and Institutions
  7. Philanthropy in Islamic Business

Manuscripts must demonstrate clear relevance to the journal’s scope and contribute to the development of Islamic economics, philanthropy, or social welfare, supported by relevant Islamic principles and sound scholarly analysis.

  1. Originality and Language

Submitted manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not simultaneously under consideration by another journal. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work complies with academic integrity standards and publication ethics. JIEP accepts manuscripts written in English or Bahasa Indonesia. Manuscripts must use clear, formal, and academically appropriate language, with consistent grammar, spelling, punctuation, and terminology. Authors are encouraged to obtain professional language editing when necessary.

  1. Referencing and Citation Style

Manuscripts must include at least 30 scientific journal references, with a minimum of 80% published within the last ten years. Authors must follow the APA 7th edition citation style and ensure consistency between in-text citations and the reference list. Reference management tools such as Mendeley or Zotero are recommended, and DOI links should be included where available.

  1. Manuscript Formatting

Authors must prepare their manuscripts in accordance with the following requirements:

  • Length:5,000–8,000 words.

Format: MS Word document, 1.5 spacing, 12-pt Times New Roman.
Template: A downloadable template is available.

Suggested manuscript structure:

  1. Title
  2. Author Names and Affiliations
  3. Abstract (English and Bahasa Indonesia)
  4. Keywords (English and Bahasa Indonesia)
  5. Introduction
  6. Literature Review (if applicable)
  7. Methodology
  8. Research Methods (for empirical research)
  9. Results and Discussion
  10. Conclusion and Recommendations
  11. References/Bibliography
  1. Research Quality and Scholarly Contribution

Manuscripts must demonstrate academic rigor, originality, and a clear contribution to Islamic economics or philanthropy.

  • Introduction:Present the research background, problem, research gap, objectives, and novelty.
  • Methodology:Explain the research design, data collection, and analytical methods, where applicable.
  • Results and Discussion:Present and critically interpret findings in relation to relevant theories, previous studies, and Islamic economic or philanthropic contexts.
  • Islamic Perspective:Integrate relevant Islamic principles, Qur’anic teachings, Hadith, or maqasid al-Shari’ah where appropriate.
  • Conclusion:Summarize key findings, highlight the study’s contribution, and provide relevant recommendations or suggestions for future research.
  1. Plagiarism and Publication Ethics

JIEP strictly prohibits plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, and other forms of academic misconduct. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software. Authors must properly acknowledge all sources and ensure compliance with research integrity and publication ethics. For further details, please refer to the journal’s Plagiarism Policy.

  1. Submission and Peer-Review Process

Manuscripts must be submitted through the JIEP online submission system. All submissions undergo editorial screening and peer review to assess their originality, quality, and relevance to the journal’s focus and scope. Authors must ensure that manuscripts comply with the journal’s author guidelines before submission. For further information, please visit the official JIEP website.

  1. Publication Frequency and Open Access

JIEP publishes four issues annually, scheduled for February, May, August, and November.

The journal provides open access to its published articles to facilitate the dissemination of scholarly knowledge in Islamic economics and philanthropy. According to the journal's published information, submission and publication are free of charge; authors should consult the official website for the latest publication and fee policies.