Effective Journal Publishing

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Overview

This course covers all the important aspects allowing you to get ahead in scholarly publishing. There is a focus on practical and strategic understanding that will provide delegates with a solid foundation and the confidence to discuss and engage with key issues across their own and related functions. Case studies and small group interactive exercises will allow participants to explore the ideas presented and network with their peers and ask questions of the trainer and other attendees.

Programme

Who should attend?

All those looking to build a career in scholarly communications with up to two years’ experience in role or with limited exposure to the business outside of core function or department. Particularly relevant to those working in editorial, production and marketing departments at executive or associate level. Also relevant to those in the related departments such as administration, sales, subscriptions and customer service; as well as individuals who have not been working in the area for several years and are seeking a refresher.

Designed as a follow up to the ALPSP’s ‘How Journals Work’ introductory course (though this is not an essential prerequisite).

What will you learn?

Understand what underpins journal publishing, how they have evolved, and why they are developing. Learn more about the processes and operations of a journal in both print and online environments, step-by-step, from submission to publication. Understand what is meant by the terms such as ‘P&L', 'OA', and 'impact'. Build awareness of the contemporary journals and platforms publishing environment and debate (within the UK and globally), and the core threats and opportunities which face us as journals publishers.