The Journal of Islamic Banking, Economics and Policy (JIBEP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal that publishes original research in Islamic banking, finance, economics, and public policy. Founded in 2025 and published by Islamic Finance Review (IFR), the journal offers a dedicated platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers who seek to explore and contribute to ethical, inclusive, and development-oriented financial systems guided by Islamic principles.
🎯 Aims and Vision
JIBEP aims to deepen academic engagement in the field of Islamic finance by encouraging critical scholarship and informed analysis. It promotes a rigorous understanding of Islamic economic thought and its role in shaping global development, financial sustainability, and social justice. In doing so, the journal supports research that connects theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, offering insights that benefit both academic institutions and public policy development.
🌍 Scope of the Journal
The journal publishes a diverse range of research, including empirical studies, case-based analysis, and conceptual papers. Topics of interest include Shariah-compliant financial instruments, Islamic microfinance, capital markets, zakat and waqf-based social finance, ethical investment, and governance practices in Islamic banking. Additionally, JIBEP encourages interdisciplinary contributions that examine modern challenges through the lens of Islamic economics, fostering inclusive and forward-looking scholarship.
📅 Publication Frequency
JIBEP follows a biannual publishing schedule, with two issues released each year. This consistent publication model supports timely academic communication while maintaining editorial excellence and integrity in peer review.
🏢 Publisher
The journal is published by Islamic Finance Review (IFR), an independent academic platform based in the United Kingdom. IFR is committed to promoting high-quality research and advancing open-access publishing within the Islamic finance sector. As publisher, IFR upholds editorial transparency and ensures that all operations maintain academic independence and scholarly credibility.
🎓 Audience
JIBEP serves a global audience of academics and professionals. Its readership includes university faculty, doctoral researchers, postgraduate students, banking and finance practitioners, policy advisors, regulators, and Shariah scholars. By engaging this diverse community, the journal seeks to support evidence-based decisions, stimulate policy dialogue, and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Islamic finance education and practice worldwide.
