About the Journal

Studies and Scientific Researches. Economics Edition (SCECO) is a peer-reviewed, academic, open-access journal that serves as a platform for the dissemination of original research in the fields of economics, business, and public policy. The journal is committed to promoting interdisciplinary inquiry, academic rigor, and the practical relevance of research outcomes, particularly in the context of current global and regional challenges.

SCECO is hosted by the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacau, Romania, and reflects almost three decades of continuous academic activity in advancing knowledge, dialogue, and scholarly contribution within and beyond Central and Eastern Europe.

Mission and Objectives

Our mission is to support and disseminate knowledge that enhances understanding of economic processes, business innovation, and policy-making in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We publish research that not only contributes to academic advancement but also holds practical significance for professionals, institutions, and society at large.

Scope and Thematic Coverage

The journal welcomes submissions that fall within the following focus areas, each representing a key pillar of its editorial vision:

  • Economic forecasting and structural transformation: macroeconomic modeling, resilience, transitions, and global shocks
  • Innovation, digitalization, and entrepreneurship: digital ecosystems, platform economies, SME growth, and entrepreneurial policy
  • Sustainability, ESG frameworks, and green public policies: environmental economics, CSR, sustainable finance, and circular business models
  • Inclusive development, inequality, labor markets, and governance: social equity, demographic dynamics, regional convergence, and institutional change
  • Finance, accounting, marketing, and organizational strategy: strategic decision-making, financial analysis, integrated reporting, and market behavior
  • Policy evaluation and institutional reform: public policy impact, regulatory innovation, governance performance, and evidence-based planning

Cross-cutting themes include digital transformation, green transition and ESG, social economy, smart governance, and post-crisis adaptation, particularly in the context of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).

Editorial and Publishing Policy

  • Language: English
  • Frequency: Biannual (July & December)
  • Submission system: Continuous via OJS
  • Review process: Double-blind peer review
  • Time to decision: 4–6 weeks
  • Article types: Research articles, reviews, policy papers, case studies, short communications

Open Access and Copyright Policy

SCECO operates under a Diamond Open Access model. Authors are not charged fees for submission or publication. All content is published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. Authors retain full copyright of their work.

History and Editorial Tradition

First published in 1990, SCECO has grown into an internationally visible journal. Since 2013, it has been published through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform. Full open access was adopted from start, enhancing transparency and accessibility.

Archiving and Metadata

All articles are preserved through:

Target Audience

The journal addresses researchers, doctoral students, policymakers, business professionals, and institutional actors engaged in economics, finance, governance, and development.

Ethical Statement

SCECO adheres to COPE guidelines. All parties involved in publication are expected to follow ethical standards. Plagiarism, data falsification, and duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited.

Sponsorship and Funding

The journal is institutionally supported by the Faculty of Economic Sciences, Vasile Alecsandri University of Bacau. No commercial advertisements or sponsorships are accepted.

Contact

Email: sceco@ub.ro, bogdan.nichifor@ub.ro
Website: https://sceco.ub.ro