Tutor: Beth Bayley, Open Science Manager at Karger

This course is aimed at all publishing professionals who are new to Open Access, or want to reinforce their understanding of key aspects. People familiar with Open Access but seeking a refresher on recent developments can also benefit from this On-Demand overview.

You will learn about the concept of Open Access and its huge role in scholarly publishing today, as well as essential insights such as types of Open Access, trends in business models, and a brief overview of how Open Access fits into Open Science/Open Research. In addition, you will become familiar with key drivers of Open Access in scholarly communications and the landscape of funders whose policies have shaped Open Access business developments.

Tutor: Gaynor Redvers-Mutton, Independent Publishing Consultant

This On-Demand course lays the foundations of OA economics, describing financial drivers of stakeholders, the funding flows and what money there is in the system, followed by a description of the business models that support OA.

It is aimed at a broad spectrum of publishing professionals, from those with some familiarity with Open Access to those with deep experience looking to gain more knowledge of the business and financial aspects. You will learn about stakeholder needs and expectations, as well as what money there is in the system, and which business models can best support your Open Access strategy.

Date: 1 October 2026. Time: 09:00-10:30 (EDT), 14:00-15:30 (BST), 15:00-16:30 (CEST)

Tutors: Gaynor Redvers-Mutton, Independent Publishing Consultant and Beth Bayley, Open Science Manager at Karger

Building on the first part of the course (The Economics of Open Access – Financial Fundamentals, delivered as an On-Demand module), this live virtual segment will dive into pricing strategies, business models, and the key revenue streams and cost structures that shape OA publishing today.  

Our expert tutors will bring theory to life through real-world case studies and financial modelling. Delegates will gain hands-on experience, with plenty of opportunities to analyse scenarios, exchange ideas, and deepen understanding through discussion.  

Designed for publishing professionals tasked with developing OA journals and portfolios, as well as anyone involved in creating a business case for OA transitions and growth planning, this course is a crucial stepping stone to completing your OA journey. 

Date: 5 November 2026. Time: 09:00-12:00 (EDT), 14:00-17:00 (BST), 15:00-18:00 (CEST)

Tutors: Dan Shanahan, Publishing Director, PLOS and Beth Bayley, Open Science Manager at Karger

This course is designed for journal and portfolio managers, publishing strategists and anyone looking to create, develop or reposition an OA journal portfolio in a rapidly evolving market. 

In this live session, you'll engage directly with expert tutors and fellow participants to explore the strategic, commercial and policy drivers shaping OA growth, from portfolio design and journal positioning to funding models and partnerships with societies and institutions. Building on the previous courses “The OA Landscape” and “The Economics of OA”, the programme will take you through how to identify and prioritise growth opportunities, and respond to emerging challenges, such as policy change, AI and reputational risk. This is an interactive, hands-on course that will equip you with practical frameworks to grow successful OA portfolios.