'Issues and Challenges in the journal publishing system: views from an EiC', a seminar by Professor Scott McCabe (Birmingham Business School)

Issues and Challenges in the journal publishing system: views from an EiC

Abstract

This presentation outlines some of the issues and challenges facing journals from across the social sciences, but in particular from my perspective after almost eight years as co-Editor in Chief of Annals of Tourism Research. The presentation covers issues relating to the general publishing landscape, the kinds of challenges faced by editors in an era of GAI and also some of the changing landscape of the Annals of Tourism Research topics and themes. The presentation outlines what we are looking for as editors and how we evaluate manuscripts. It will discuss the direction of travel for authors of submissions and introduce some new initiatives. This will be very much an open discussion whereby audience members will be able to ask any questions about the publishing process, the criteria for evaluation, the journey of a manuscript, handling times and tips on how to gain success in publishing in top journals such as Annals.

About the speaker

Professor Scott McCabe is Chair in Marketing at Birmingham Business School and Head of the Department of Marketing. He is an internationally recognised figure in tourism studies through his work on social tourism, responsible and ethical travel. He is also interested in consumer experiences and the role of marketing in promoting sustainability. His research has had notable impact through collaborations with charities such as the Family Holiday Charity and helped advance the concept of social tourism in the UK. He is Co-Editor in Chief of Annals of Tourism Research, a Fellow of the International Academy for the Study of Tourism, and a member of the editorial board for Tourism Management.