The PPA Diploma in Publishing is first cross-industry professional publishing qualification for the magazine and business media sector. Developed for the industry by the industry, the PPA Diploma in Publishing has been nationally benchmarked and sits within the National Qualifications Framework.
The programme is designed to run over 12 months with publishers attending a series of core modules plus two elective modules. Delegates submit two work-based assignments and present to an assessment board.
Core modules
• Finance for publishers
• Business strategy for publishers
• Implementing the business plan
• Managing circulation, distribution and newstrade
• Managing sales teams
• Managing editorial teams
• Brand management
Electives
• Employment law for publishers
• International licensing
• Media law for publishers
• Managing production
• Paper school
• Search engine optimisation
Assessment Process
Participants are encouraged to develop their analytical, critical and evaluative abilities by applying their learning from the diploma to their work. They will also undergo a rigorous assessment process. The assignments give participants the opportunity to add value to their organisations by addressing real and significant work-related projects. Full assignment guidelines are supplied on registration.
Costs and Registration
• Members £6,600+VAT (PPA members may also pay in instalments)
• Non-members £8,580+VAT
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The next start date is October 2011. Please contact us for more information or to book your place