Marketing with Events Management BA (Hons) Top-up
NVQ
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
1 Year
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Different dates available
Overview
From charity fashion shows and music festivals to international business conferences, this course will give you the expertise, knowledge and skills to excel in the exciting field of marketing and events management. UCB has designed the Marketing with Events Management top-up with industry experts to give you the theory and practical know-how to succeed in this challenging business environment.
Why should I choose this course?
This top-up degree course provides a great foundation to build a marketing/events management career in the UK or overseas.
You will be learning from experienced lecturers and industry professionals through a mix of lectures, seminars, group work, presentation skills, guest lectures and networking.
You will learn about Creative Media and Events, Digital and Social Media Marketing; and Leadership and Change Management.
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Entry requirements
Applicants must have a relevant HND with a Merit profile or a foundation degree with 240 credits.
If you have any queries please contact Ben Furlong: b.furlong@ucb.ac.uk.
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Subjects
- Marketing
- Media
- Industry
- IT risk
- Risk
- Leadership
- Social Media
- Change Management
- Global
- Project
- Advertising
- International
- Media Marketing
Course programme
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Creative Media and Events
What is trending in the creative and event industry? You will be on the lookout for new and future trends, products or services and acting creatively to ensure you develop the critical success factors needed for professional practice. You will consider the future of events management in social, cultural, political and economic contexts. In teams, you will also liaise and produce work for global event clients.
Digital and Social Media Marketing
Digital marketing channels are revolutionising the manner in which all businesses operate and market their business activities. Everyone is looking for opportunities to enhance and support their core marketing communications objectives in this customer-centric multi-channel environment. You will be learning digital marketing principles, the role of social media and how to apply them to create a successful strategy.
Leadership and Change Management
Change is inevitable in an increasingly competitive global environment. You will develop the skills needed to design, implement and evaluate effective change within organisations operating in a variety of environments as if you were an employee, manager, or external consultant designing strategic change management programs for clients.
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Brand Management
The most valuable assets that a company has are the brands that it has invested in and developed over time. You will be given the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in the management of complex brands and look at how brands are viewed, built, managed and measured to ensure superiority and sustainability.
Modern Languages and Cultural Studies
You will be developing your professional proficiency attributes in another language. Delving into the social and cultural constructs of your chosen language's country, you will be examining contemporary issues whilst maintaining a strong business focus in using languages in a vocational context.
Advertising and Media Management
You will be taken deeper into the management processes relating to advertising, focusing on the skills involved in matching business objectives and brand communication to target markets. You will be given a greater insight into detailed analysis of what makes advertising communications effective.
International Marketing
We live in an interconnected world, so it's important to examine how organisations explore new market opportunities beyond national boundaries. As a result, you will become more aware of the technological, communication and transportation challenges businesses face and the options they consider when seeking a foothold in a new country.
Enterprise Risk Management
Risk is becoming an important function for business managers and owners. You will learn about enterprise risk management techniques and strategies employed by businesses operating within increasingly complex and dynamic environments. Key risk areas include human resources, finance, IT, marketing, health and safety, innovation and product development, leadership and corporate governance and business continuity.
Social Entrepreneurship
The role of the not-for-profit sector is becoming increasingly significant on both a national and global scale. You will be analysing the business and marketing principles of the not-for-profit, and how they contribute to running an efficient organisation in a complex and dynamic environment. You will be able to look at business examples from a variety of sectors, including education, social services, charities and voluntary organisations.
Research option
Research Project
You will have the opportunity to engage in an independent research project of your choice. You will have support with preparing your proposal and understanding the competent characteristics of good research. An appointed tutor will help guide you through this important and rewarding process.
Marketing Showcase
This module enables you to demonstrate your capabilities in researching, planning and delivering an industry or community-related project. You will cultivate the desired graduate attributes of professionalism, critical enquiry and problem solving, enterprise, creativity and innovation. You will then exhibit your research findings in an event for peers and industry professionals.
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Marketing with Events Management BA (Hons) Top-up