Event Management BA (Hons) with Foundation Year
🏫 Campuses:
Leicester, Bradford, Derby, Oldham, Bolton, Sunderland, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Leeds, Salford, Newcastle
🕒 Classes:
Weekdays, Evening, and Weekend options are available (depending on campus)
🗓️ Intakes:
January, June, October
⏳ Duration:
4 years
Course Overview
The Event Management BA (Hons) with Foundation Year is designed for students who want to build a successful career in the exciting and fast-paced events industry.
This course provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to plan, organise, and manage a wide range of events, including corporate events, exhibitions, festivals, and private functions.
The Foundation Year helps students develop essential academic and communication skills, preparing them for degree-level study and giving them a strong introduction to business and event management principles.
What You Will Study
Foundation Year:
- Introduction to Business
- Study Skills & Academic Writing
- Communication Skills
- Introduction to Events
Degree Years:
- Event Planning & Operations
- Event Marketing & Promotion
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Venue & Operations Management
- Project Management for Events
- Customer Experience Management
- Final Year Project
Why Choose This Course
This course is designed to provide both practical and professional event management skills. Key benefits include:
✔ Learn how to plan and manage successful events
✔ Develop organisational and leadership skills
✔ Understand event marketing and promotion
✔ Gain hands-on experience through practical projects
✔ Prepare for careers in a growing global industry
Foundation Year
The Foundation Year is designed for students who may not meet traditional university entry requirements.
This year supports your transition into higher education by helping you build confidence, develop academic and communication skills, and gain a strong understanding of business and event management fundamentals.
Holistic Learning Approach
This course combines academic learning with practical experience in event management.
You will develop key skills such as organisation, communication, leadership, and problem-solving. The course focuses on real-world projects and scenarios to prepare you for working in the events industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
✔ Event Coordinator✔ Event Manager✔ Conference & Exhibition Planner✔ Wedding Planner✔ Venue Coordinator✔ Event Marketing Executive
This degree also provides progression opportunities to postgraduate study in event management, hospitality, or business management.
Progression
After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will progress to Level 4 of the degree programme and continue developing your knowledge and professional skills in event management.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is suitable for students who are interested in planning, organising, and managing events, and want to build a career in the events or hospitality industry.
No, prior knowledge is not required. The Foundation Year provides an introduction to business and event management concepts.
Yes, flexible study options including weekday, evening, and weekend classes are available depending on the campus.
After completing the Foundation Year, you will progress to Level 4 of the degree programme and continue towards your full BA (Hons) qualification.
Yes, eligible students can apply for student finance to support their studies, subject to eligibility criteria.
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