Bournemouth University - MSc Events Management

Bournemouth University

MSc Events Management

Learn fundamental academic concepts and abilities, such as project and operational management theories and procedures, to work at the forefront of a rapidly evolving events industry. Study hospitality, event management, and tourism at one of the top 10 universities in the UK (Guardian League Table, 2021)
Improve your understanding of diversity and the impact of cultural differences on managerial work
Get professional training from staff who are engaged in research and have previous industry experience in a setting that is truly international.
Learn about important topics covered in this course, such as planning, sustainability, bidding, and design, so you can put on a unique and imaginative live event.
With an optional 30-week placement, you can expand your professional network and apply the knowledge from your degree to real-world situations.

Course accreditations

The accrediting organizations for this program are known throughout the industry for encouraging excellence and the highest standards, and this can be seen in the BU Business School experience.
Recognized by the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Center of Excellence as a leading university in the industry. Accredited by the only chartered body recognizing project management skills, the Association for Project Management (APM). With this certification, you can advance your professional profile, take advantage of networking opportunities, and listen to top industry speakers.
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business has approved this course (AACSB). The AACSB business accreditation proves an ongoing dedication to excellence in curriculum development, teaching, and research.

Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent or substantial industrial experience at senior management level.
  • If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading.

     

Career Prospects

The scope, scale, and complexity of events vary, from mega events to business meetings. They cover everything from sports and the arts to fundraising and product launches. You need to be proficient in a variety of subject areas to manage events.
The National Convention and Exhibition Center in Tainjin, Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore, Disneyland Shanghai, Marriott Hotels in India, Tencent in Bangkok, Mehr Entertainment in Germany, GC Events in Switzerland, Capital Club East Africa Business Center in Kenya, and American Express UK are just a few of the organizations where our graduates are currently employed.

Our MSc (Hons) Events Management alumni work in positions like these:

  • Account Executive
  • Exhibition Manager
  • Conference & Events Organiser
  • Events Manager
  • Events Co-ordinator 
  • Events Project Director
  • Assistant Manager
  • Fundraising Manager
  • Head of Sales.

Course Details

Over the course of two years, part-time students who choose to enroll will study with full-time students. A minimum of three units must be completed each year, and you must complete your dissertation by the end of your second year.
You must be on campus at least two days a week because the schedule for when units are taught changes every year. One unit is typically taught over the course of two sessions for a total of four hours per week. When deciding which units to study in what order, we can work with you to take the timetable into account.

Year One

Core units:
Contemporary Issues in Events Management
Organisations, Strategy & Finance
Bidding for & Managing International Events
Live Event Development & Delivery
Sustainable Project Management for Events
Study skills will be taught as a non-assessed unit
Dissertation
Option units (choose one)
Community, Events, Sports & the Third Sector
Carnival & Festivals
Conference Tourism
Crisis & Disaster Management
Entrepreneurship
Global Food & Drink
Design for Tourism & Hospitality
International Sport Event Management

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