BA Event Management

The BA Event Management programme at the University of Derby is a three-year full-time course, with an option for a placement year where students can gain hands-on experience. This programme prepares students for the events industry, teaching them to adapt to changes and develop leadership and management skills. 

Through this course, students learn about event management with aspects of tourism and hospitality, as well as business topics like finance, marketing, and human resources. Students gain practical experience by completing tasks that reflect the real-world responsibilities of event professionals. 

They plan virtual, in-person, and hybrid events, create promotional materials, and use advanced tools like live streaming and virtual reality. The programme also explores the wider role of events in society, teaching students how they can bring communities together, tackle issues like inequality, and promote cultural exchange.

By the time they graduate, students will have built strong skills in project management, communication, and problem-solving. They will also have expertise in safety regulations and risk management, ensuring they can plan and run events successfully and safely.