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Introduction to Journals Publishing<http://www.alpsp.org/Ebusiness/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=420>
DATE: 24 February 2015
VENUE: West One, 9-10 Portland Place, London, W1B 1PR
This is an essential introductory course covering all aspects of journals publishing for those who are at the beginning of their careers. It covers everything from peer review to online delivery, and provides delegates with a clear understanding of how all the elements in this fast-moving area fit together. Tutors will draw on case studies from their own experience and across other disciplines.
DELEGATE COMMENTS
'Very useful introduction to publishing. Also had the chance to delve into some topics a bit further which was welcome. Trainers were very knowledgeable. ' Alex Taylor, BMJ
'Having only worked in publishing for 3 months, this was a thorough, clear and succinct introduction. The presentation handout will, no doubt, become my bible. ' Krysta Monopoli, Oxford University Press
'The course was pitched correctly and served as an excellent overview to journals publishing. Very informative and detailed course material. ' D. Bedwell, Informa UK
'A good general overview on journal publishing. Very useful and comprehensive introduction. ' Alessy Beaver, MacKeith Press
PROGRAMME
* Roles in journal publishing and types of publishers
* Authors: why they publish, what they want, article types
* Intellectual property
* Publishing ethics
* Subscriptions, licensing and consortia
* Other means of access to content: open access, philanthropic arrangements, pay- per-view
* Models of open access
* Online journals: publisher sites, aggregators
* Print distribution, fulfilment and customer service
* Marketing
* Measures of success (metrics, financial performance)
* Online archiving and repositories; libraries and pricing; the evolving journal.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All those new to journals publishing with up to one years' experience. Particularly relevant to those working in editorial, production and marketing with job titles such as Publishing/Editorial Assistant, Assistant/Associate Editor, Production Assistant, Assistant Production Editor, Assistant Marketing Manager. Also relevant to those in the related departments of sales, subscriptions and customer service; as well as those who have been out of this area for several years and are seeking a refresher.
TUTORS: Susan Lord, Publishing Consultant and Jon Newbury, Elsevier
Further information and to book<http://www.alpsp.org/Ebusiness/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=420> or email [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
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