How Journals Work

Course Date(s)	Tuesday 19 & Wednesday 20 May 2026
Course Time(s)	09:00-12:00 (EDT), 14:00-17:00 (BST), 15:00-18:00 (CEST)
Format	Training: Live Online

 

Price Dates	Price Tier	ALPSP Member	Non-Member
Ends 18 December 2025	Early Bird	£275 + VAT	n/a
Begins 19 December 2025	Standard	£325 + VAT	£550 + VAT

 

This comprehensive online course provides essential knowledge for anyone entering academic journal publishing or experienced professionals not directly involved in publishing activities.

The program takes you through the complete scholarly publishing journey, from the fundamentals of academic research to the final publication stages. You'll engage directly with expert tutors and fellow participants during live sessions, while pre-course reading materials ensure you're well-prepared for meaningful discussions and practical applications.  

Please note: Delegates will not receive a recording of the training course. Read helpful information for delegates attending.

Who should attend? 

This course welcomes newcomers to academic publishing with up to a year of experience, as well as professionals who may have worked within specific departments but want to understand how the broader publishing ecosystem operates. It's equally valuable for anyone with experience from other industries moving into publishing.   

What will you learn? 

By the end of this course, you'll have a clear understanding of what makes journals successful from every angle—whether you're looking through the lens of learned societies, publishers, librarians, or anyone else working in scholarly communication. You'll get to grips with open access terminology, explore different publishing models, and stay current with the latest developments shaping the industry. We'll share practical marketing insights, and you'll develop a greater awareness of journal finances—both for open access and subscription-based publications. Most importantly, you'll be able to apply everything you've learned to enhance your work quality and boost your efficiency. 

Our Effective Journal Publishing course later in the year has been specifically designed as the perfect next step in your publishing journey. 

Programme

• Types of publishers
• Roles in journal publishing
• Authors: why they publish, what they want, article types
• Editors, editing and editorial responsibilities
• Subscription and open access journals
• Open access models
• Measures of journal success (1) impact, (2) finance, (3) visibility
• Introduction to the basics of marketing and implementation
• Including AI integration, geopolitical considerations, and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.

VAT Information:

• UK customers: 20% UK VAT applies
• EU VAT-registered customers: VAT reverse-charged (valid VAT number required)
• Customers outside the UK and EU: No UK VAT charged.

 

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