On the afternoon of April 28th, the 292nd session of the Economics Forum was successfully held at the Jianhu Lecture Hall. The forum invited Associate Professor Peng Jiachao from the School of Law and Business at Wuhan Institute of Technology to deliver a special report titled "Selecting Topics, Writing, and Submitting High-Quality Economics Papers – From the Perspective of a Journal Editor." The event attracted over 60 faculty members and students from the School of Economics.
During the presentation, Professor Peng provided an in-depth analysis of creating high-quality economics papers from multiple dimensions. In the segment on "How to Write an Excellent Economics Paper," Professor Peng drew upon his extensive experience, using practical case studies to impart valuable techniques to the audience. He emphasized crucial aspects such as the innovation of research topics and the scientific rigor of research methodologies.
Professor Peng then conducted a detailed structural analysis of typical economics papers, providing attendees with a clearer understanding of effective paper organization. Addressing common issues in economics paper writing – including abstracts, titles, research methodologies, and presentation of findings – he identified frequent pitfalls and offered practical solutions. This guidance provided clear direction for participants in their own research writing endeavors.
This forum served as a valuable platform for academic exchange between faculty and students within the School of Economics. It holds significant positive implications for enhancing graduate students' awareness of writing standards and fostering innovation in their research. Attendees expressed that the report provided them with a deeper understanding of the process involved in creating high-quality economics papers. They affirmed their intention to apply the acquired knowledge to their future research endeavors, aiming to produce more high-caliber academic outputs.
