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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


OVERVIEW

People never forget great events. Reading this, you’ve probably got one in mind, perhaps a festival you went to with a group of friends, a huge sporting event, or even a party at a boutique venue.Study BA (Hons) Events Management and you will learn what it takes to deliver memorable events. From day one you will build your skillset and start to prepare for your future career. Manchester has a thriving events sector. Thanks to our industry connections you have the chance to learn more about events from sector leaders. Plus, with our city centre location, you can immerse yourself in all the events the city has to offer and truly make the most of your studies.


Our approach

Our teaching is underpinned by our bespoke initiative, Events Connect, which is geared towards creating industry-specific opportunities and experiences for our students. Through our extensive network of industry partners and our experienced staff, students can take part in a range of different activities across the events sector. Examples of such activities include industry conferences, volunteering opportunities, work placements, venue visits, additional events-related qualifications and more. Through industry conferences and guest lecturers, you’ll have the chance to hear from and network with leading events professionals. Previous speakers include the organisers of Parklife and the Warehouse Project, Notting Hill Carnival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Tour de France and the Olympics. You’ll also visit some of Manchester’s leading venues like the Etihad Stadium and Manchester Central.It’s all about giving you the tools you need to build your network and get ready for the world of work after you graduate.


FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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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.-


Support with your studies

- student support initiatives including drop-in sessions, lecture recordings and dedicated support, both on and offline.-


Expert teaching team

– learn from lecturers who have real industry experience managing events in Manchester and around the world.-


Regular guest lecturers

– hear from experts like Sacha Lord, Co-Creator of Parklife and The Warehouse Project. -


Enhance your employability

– through activities including internships, volunteering or learning a new language. With our award-winning ‘Rise at Manchester Met’ programme you can gain extra academic credits towards your degree.-


Tailor your studies

– we offer a wide range of optional units in your second and third year to help you specialise in specific areas.-


Do your degree your way

– we encourage all our students to go on placement, but only you know if it’s the right decision for you. Just let us know nearer the time.-


Develop your professional network

– we offer a range of opportunities to network with industry leaders, from conferences and careers fairs and more.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    60th

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, All Saints Building, All Saints, Manchester, Manchester, M15 6BH, England

The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 2,700 international students from over 100 countries.
Each year a range of welcome events are organised to help new students settle into university, explore the city and prepare for academic studies.
Study in the heart of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students' Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    65th out of 121 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    125 56%

    56th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    63rd

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.99 80%

    39th

    45

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