OVERVIEW

From festivals and concerts, to conferences and corporate events, this course will give you the professional skills you need to succeed in international events management.

Develop a broad range of event delivery strategies and a wealth of first-hand experience in planning, managing and evaluating events. Through live experiential activities and client-based consultancy projects, you’ll gain experience planning and managing a variety of real-life events.

We designed the course with successful event industry professionals and we invite guest lecturers who are active in global events management to share their best practice with you. You’ll develop a powerful grasp of how business operates in this sector.

Beyond academia and into the working world

Supported by our placements office, you’ll also be able to begin building an impressive CV through an optional 36-48 week internship. Spending this time in a real-world events environment will allow you to hone your skills within a fast-paced professional organisation.

Your engagement with employers will also allow you to create new opportunities that will not only benefit your learning, but pave the way for your professional future in this exciting industry.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Industry experts - this course is taught by lecturers with extensive experience in areas such as sports events, conference management and exhibitions.
• Triple accredited - our Business School holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.
• Latest insights - high profile industry consultants and ambassadors make sure this course reflects the current needs of the industry.
• Rise Programme – all students are eligible to take part in curricular activities with Rise. These might include volunteering, project work and certifications.
• Industry connections – make the most of our well-established industry links and the thriving events scene across Manchester to prepare for opportunities in the world of international events management.
• Placements – take advantage of over 200+ volunteering opportunities, plus the option to apply for internships with international events organisations, either short-term alongside your studies or for up to 48 weeks as an additional part of your course.
• Networking events – connect with influential industry professionals at our annual Events Connect Conference, as well as numerous field trips, site visits and guest lectures.
• Employability – with an abundance of first-hand experience and a wealth of strategy and operational knowledge, you’ll be able to explore a wide range of event management roles.