The Economics of OA - Pricing & Business Models

Course Date(s): Thursday 1 October
Course Time(s): 09:00-10:30 (EDT), 14:00-15:30 (BST), 15:00-16:30 (CEST)
Format: Live Online

This course can be taken on its own or it can be booked as part of a four-course Open Access Journals Learning Pathway. To book this course on its own, select 'Book Now or Add to Cart' on this page. Further details on the pathway provided below.

ALPSP Member Price: £199 + VAT

Non-Member Price: £398 + VAT

Building on Course 2 of the Open Access Learning Pathway, this live virtual segment will dive into pricing strategies, business models, and the key revenue streams and cost structures that shape OA publishing today.

This is a practical, engaging and interactive session, using financial modelling to analyse the financial impacts of launching new, or transitioning subscription journals to, OA.

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

Who should attend?

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 practical course is a crucial stepping stone to completing your OA journey. 

IMPORTANT: for this course we strongly recommend completing Course 2 (On-Demand:  Economics of OA - Financials) of the Open Access Learning Pathway beforehand, as this will give the necessary grounding that will be expanded on during the live session. Further information regarding the Open Access Pathway can be found below.

What will you learn?

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.

Programme

• OA Revenue: The Article Economy, APC pricing, Transformative Agreements, Flipping to Gold/Transformative Journals, Read & Publish/Publish & Read, Subscribe to Open, Variations

• OA Costs: Editorial/Production, Technology & Innovation, Legacy
• Returns on Investment: Margins, Cashflow, Opportunities, Risks.

Open Access Journals Learning Pathway

The Open Access Journals Learning Pathway consists of four courses which equate to 6.5 hours of learning. You will gain the most by completing the entire pathway, however the courses are available individually.

'The Economics of OA - Pricing & Business Models' is number three in the pathway. 

OFFER Buy Two Courses, Get Two FREE

Book the full pathway and receive the two On-Demand courses for FREE making a saving of £198. It includes:

Course 1: The Open Access Landscape – Foundations and Trends (On-Demand: Self-Paced Learning)
Course 2: The Economics of OA – Financial Fundamentals (On-Demand: Self-Paced Learning)
Course 3: The Economics of OA – Pricing & Business Models (Live Online, 1 October)
Course 4: Growing Your OA Portfolio – From Strategy to Execution (Live Online, 5 November)

Full Pathway Price: 
ALPSP Member: £499 + VAT
ALPSP Non-Member: £898 + VAT

Please ensure you are available to attend both live sessions before purchasing. 

More information and to book the full pathway

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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