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MSc - Master of Science
Headingley Campus
Full Time
Jan 2027
16 Month
Many events now have an international focus and are organised across cultural, economic and geographical boundaries. Providing a sound theoretical underpinning of the cultural, political, ethical and economic aspects of the sector, this course will develop the practical and strategic knowledge required to run international events effectively.Guest speakers from industry will share their expertise and insights through a series of lectures. These events, combined with case studies and field trips, will keep the course contemporary and industry focused.Studying alongside UK and overseas students on the course will inspire your learning. You will be encouraged to share your experiences and trade cultural insights with your peers, helping you to refine your understanding of events management across the world so you can excel in your career.This course is suitable if you want to enter at managerial level or want to add an international dimension to your professional expertise.We have close links with a wide range of industry partners and associations who all recognise our expertise in educating the events professionals of the future.
Enhance your appreciation of the planned events sector and develop your understanding of the issues affecting international event management now and in the future.
Explore the functions of operations, project delivery, risk and quality management and their contribution to the core operation of events and events businesses.
Critically examine conceptual frameworks, models and techniques of strategic and financial management and apply these to event case studies. You will reflect upon contemporary and cultural issues surrounding the development and use of strategy and finance and its position within contemporary event organisations.
Gain an appreciation of the theoretical basis on which experiential marketing practice should be built and discover how events can be a powerful medium for motivating attitudinal and behavioural changes.
Gain a critical understanding of the way in which leadership, management and human resources interact within event organisations. You will learn how to manage and lead event workforces, including the HR strategies available to supervising event volunteers.
Engage in professional activities relevant to sport, tourism, hospitality or events management, individually or as part of a group, to develop your professional skills and capabilities and enhance your future career prospects.
Engage in professional activities relevant to sport, tourism, hospitality or events management, individually or as part of a group, to develop your professional skills and capabilities and enhance your future career prospects.
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