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The UK Centre for Events Management at Leeds Metropolitan University (UK) are pleased to announce the launch of an MSc Events Management from September 2002.
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Centre for Events Management, Leeds Metropolitan University
MSc Events Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Events Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Events Management
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Why study for the MSc
in Events Management?
The course is particularly suited to those wishing to develop and
expand their knowledge and understanding of the Events Industry to
postgraduate level. It is designed to meet the needs of those who
wish to pursue a career in the industry from a strategic perspective.
Course participants will come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
and applicants from abroad are particularly encouraged.
The course will be of interest to:
Course content
The course is delivered and assessed in English and is suitable for
those students with an honours degree, degree or equivalent qualification
in Events Management and/or extensive experience in the Events Industry.
School Core Modules (4)
- Business Strategy
- Understanding and Undertaking Research in Events Management
- Dissertation (double module)
- School Elective Modules (2 from 3)
- Operations Management and Quality Assurance
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Strategic Marketing
Course Core Modules (2)
- Creative Thinking
- Impacts and Risks
Course Elective Modules (1)
- Students may choose 2 x .5 elective from modules such as Business
and Association Event Management, Corporate Financial Management,
Innovative Communication Strategies, Volunteer Management, Venue
Management.
Modes of assessment
Students are assessed through presentations, seminar papers, reports,
essays, projects, examinations and individual learning agreements.
Exit points
Postgraduate Certificate in Events Management
1 x school core module
1 x school elective module
1 x course core module
Postgraduate Diploma in Events Management
1 x school core module
2 x school elective modules
2 x course core modules
1 x course elective module (2 half modules)
MSc Events Management
1 x school core module
2 x school elective modules
2 x course core modules
1 x course elective module (2 half modules)
3 x research and dissertation modules
Entry requirements
When you apply for the course you must provide evidence of appropriate
academic qualifications and/or experience. Qualifications from any
country will be considered. However, we need to be satisfied that
you have the equivalent of the following UK qualifications as a minimum:
MSc Events Management
Normally the minimum entry requirement is a good honours degree*.
A Postgraduate Diploma or a professional qualification recognised
as being equivalent to an honours degree is also acceptable.
Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate
Normally the minimum entry requirement is a degree or other qualification
at an equivalent level*.
*Each applicant will be considered on his/her own merit. The course
seeks to recruit students for whom there is a reasonable expectation
that they will be able to benefit from the programme, fulfil its objectives
and achieve the standard required for the award. Students may therefore
be recruited without formal qualifications but with relevant experience.
English Language Requirement
Proficiency in English equivalent to IELTS band 6.0, or equivalent.
Career Outcomes
Excellent career prospects exist in all sectors of the events industry.
This is a dynamic global industry and offers a diverse range of stimulating
and challenging career opportunities.
Why study with the
UK Centre for Events Management?
Recruitment to undergraduate courses in Events Management at Leeds
Metropolitan University began in 1996. Since this time the School
of Tourism and Hospitality Management has developed excellent working
relationships with associations and employers within the events industry.
Following a period of growth and development, the UK Centre for Events
Management was launched in September 2000. The Centre has been established
in order to consolidate our position as the leading UK provider of
events education in the UK.
With 13 full time academic staff and over 350 students, the Centre
provides the impetus and focus for further developing education, training,
research and consultancy for the events industry. One of the aims
of the Centre is to support the development of professionalism within
the events industry.
Our courses provide both an academic and professionally recognised
qualification and open the door to challenging careers in the vibrant
and rapidly expanding events industry. Our graduates have a mix of
skills required by the industry and are much sought after as professional
managers.
As part of the School of Tourism and Hospitality Management, we achieved
an 'excellent' rating from the Quality Assurance Agency during the
review visit in May 2001.
Leeds - The City
Leeds has a population in excess of 7000,000 and is the major city
in the region. It is the most important financial centre outside London
and is home to multi national companies and other major employers
such as banks, accountancy and law firms, and the hotel and tourism
industry. Located in West Yorkshire, mid way between London and Edinburgh,
the city possesses excellent rail and road links with the rest of
the UK. The local Leeds/Bradford airport provides regular flights
to major cities in the UK and abroad.
Further information
Please contact:
Course Administrator
UK Centre for Events Management
School of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Leeds Metropolitan University
Calverley Street
Leeds
LS1 3HE
Tel: +44 (0) 113 283 3469
Fax: +44 (0) 113 283 3111
Email: c.knapton@lmu.ac.uk
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