ABOUT

Publishing is the profession or business of producing and selling a book, magazine, or newspaper. Publishing encompasses the activities needed to make information and other content (e.g., literature, visual media) available to the public such as designing, editing, distribution planning, and marketing.

The Graduate Certificate in Publishing prepares students to manage the full publishing process: from product planning and editorial design to business operations like budgeting, author relations, copyright, and marketing. Students gain skills in both print and digital publishing across various formats, while learning professional standards and ethics. We help students prepare for or advance their careers in publishing houses, literary agencies, digital media, and independent ventures.

WHAT YOU’LL STUDY

This 12-credit program consists of four core courses, providing you with a foundation in the editorial, technical, and business aspects of publishing operations.

You will:

• Learn how to design, plan, evaluate, and edit a publishable work (e.g., manuscript evaluation and book design, copyediting, copyright compliance) for both print and electronic texts.

• Learn how to prepare and publish digital content, including formatting for various devices and platforms.

• Benefit from hands-on experience working on publishing projects for both a literary journal and a small press publisher.

• Gain an understanding of the business aspects of the publishing industry, including finances, promotional strategies, and analyzing current trends (e.g., interactive fiction, social media literature).

COURSES

Foundations of Editing & Publishing
Editing a Literary Journal I
Editing a Literary Journal II
Small Press Publishing