As a researcher, having your study published in an international peer-reviewed journal is key to ensure career progression and increased credibility in a specific field of research. It is through this channel that your research becomes visible to others, encouraging discussion and furthering knowledge. However, identifying the right journal to submit your manuscript to is becoming increasingly challenging as the number of journals continues to grow at a rapid pace. In this course, we will be focusing on the following issues:

1. Importance of journal selection for researchers
2. Understanding industry practices & tools for journal selection
3. Evaluating journal quality
4. Identifying appropriate target audience and readership
5. Awareness of journal policies
6. Checklist of important points for journal selection