An essential introduction to effectively promoting journals in today’s challenging environment. Tackle pressing issues such as dropping submission numbers, declining library budgets, and the shift to open access (OA). Start shaping your marketing strategies, integrating artificial intelligence (AI)…
New Honorary President for the Society of Indexers We are delighted to announce that Caroline Sanderson has agreed to become the Society of Indexers’ new Honorary President. Caroline is an author, journalist and reviewer; as Associate Editor of The Bookseller she has championed non-fiction in her…
This highly interactive course gives invaluable insight into the factors affecting submissions and how marketing can play a pivotal role in engaging authors and attracting and retaining high quality submissions in a challenging marketplace.
This crucial course will cover how to detect, and deal effectively with poor practice and misconduct in scholarly publishing and will highlight the importance of having effective publication ethics policies in place.
Aimed at new and aspiring leaders in publishing whose remit is growing and developing, and who need support to navigate the transition from management into leadership.
Covering common citation metrics, such as the Impact Factor, and explain inherent differences between journals and their metrics. Comprehend author level metrics, including the h-index and gain a clear understanding of Altmetrics and how to use them. This course is highly practical with breakout…
Gain an essential overview of the process and mechanics of scholarly peer review, giving you confidence in handling this important element of your role.
Taking delegates step-by-step through the commissioning process, this essential course aims to provide practical advice, relevant tips and techniques to commission and solicit successful content and titles – from market scanning and community development through to proposal management and eventual…
An essential and in-depth look at finance in publishing journals and books with an overview of profitability, revenue streams and expenses. It also examines industry trends such as open access and read & publish deals and the impact on journals financial management and reporting of revenues. This…
An introduction to copyright law and how it is used in practice and covers international digital and print environments. The course is hands on, with exercises, breakouts and plenty of time for Q&A. Delegates will gain an understanding of key copyright grants, how these rights are licensed, and all…