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BA (Hons) Events Management with Internship

Cardiff Metropolitan University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of events management, including the practical skills and knowledge required to organize and manage successful events. Students will learn about event planning, marketing, budgeting, and operations, as well as the legal and ethical considerations involved in event management. The internship component of the course provides students with hands-on experience in the industry, allowing them to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to pursue careers in events management or related fields.

Additional Information

Students have the opportunity to participate in exciting events such as concerts, festivals, and conferences, and gain valuable experience through Cardiff Metropolitan University's strong industry connections. The course also includes a range of assessment methods, including exams, presentations, and group projects, to help students develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Unlock Your Potential in Events Management at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University is an excellent choice for students interested in events management due to its strong industry connections and experienced teaching staff. The university's location in Cardiff provides access to a vibrant events scene, with numerous opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships and networking events. Additionally, the university's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility aligns with the values of many events management professionals.

Why You Should Study This Course

Having a long history of successful alumni and being placed in Cardiff as an events city, we are uniquely placed to provide our students with opportunities to gain experience across all sectors of the industry. From the moment you arrive our academic team and careers service will do their utmost to provide you with opportunities to enhance your employability and achieve your career ambitions.

We have a dedicated employability lead within the Department who brings in employers offering placement schemes to students and assists students seeking internships and placements. We also have a Careers consultant for the School of Management as part of the wider Careers Service, which is open to both existing students and recent graduates. This team combined provide a range of careers events including careers fairs and forums and support including employability talks and workshops. Cardiff School of Management is also home to the Centre for Entrepreneurship Cardiff Metropolitan University's dedicated department for supporting and encouraging entrepreneurship amongst students and graduates.

Graduating from our Events Management course you should have a management qualification and outstanding CV that will provide excellent career and employment prospects in all areas of the events industry, including festivals, conferences, exhibitions, corporate hospitality, sports, fundraising, sponsorship, experiential marketing and more.

General Eligibility

Minimum three A levels to include Grades CCC. No specific subjects are required. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is considered a third subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Event Experience and Design 

  • Events in Society 

  • Professional Practice for Events

  • People Development Within Organisations

  • Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

  • Revenue, Costing and Budgetary Controls

2 Year 2

Compulsory modules:

  • Live Event Management 

  • Large-Scale Event Planning 

  • Research Design in Practice

Compulsory optional modules (pick at least one):

  • Consumer Behaviour for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

  • People Management for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

  • Business Start-Up and Entrepreneurship

  • Optional Modules:

    • Summer Work Placement

    • Social Change and (In)Equalities

    • Technologies for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

3 Year 3
  • Compulsory modules:

    • Sustainability and Ethics in Events

    • Innovations in Live Events

    • Strategic Leadership and Change Management

    • Dissertation* / Enterprise Project* / Consultancy Project  or Independent Study

    Optional modules:

    • Marketing Communications in the Digital Age

    • Employee Resourcing and Volunteer Management

    • Leadership and Professional Development with Mentoring

    • Resort and Stadia Management 

    • Gastronomic Tourism

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.

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