Paper Format

Structure of the Paper

• Title page: The title page should contain specific title, author’s name, affiliation and contact details
• Abstract : An abstract of the research work along with key words and JEL Code
• Introduction / literature review: An apt introduction with relevant and latest review of literature in the field would highlight the importance of the study.
• “Purpose of the study / hypothesis / problem statement:” Research Problem, objectives and hypotheses showcasing the need for the study can be stated.
• “Methodology / procedures / research design:” A succinct process of methodology of the research can be charted along with the analysis plan and data analysis software used.
• “Major findings / results / analysis / discussion” The findings of the study in light of the literature reviewed and objectives framed can be discussed.
• Summary / conclusion / ideas for future studies / implications: The conclusions derived from the analysis with suggestions may be presented here
• References: A complete list of research cited in the paper has to be presented in APA style.
• Notes/acknowledgements: Additional notes and acknowledgements may be presented
• Appendices: Pertinent and related information that could not be presented in the paper may be shown in appendices.
• Tables, charts, figures, and statistical data: All numerical results should be presented in the form of either tables or figures, but not both. The tables have to be numbered continuously with suitable titles and presented at the end of the paper.