University Certificate in Event Management

University Certificate in Event Management

Course ID:
PC88702

Academy:
Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Introduction:
This programme is designed for adults returning to education after a career break, as a progression route to a foundation degree, or for those working in the industry and are wishing to gain knowledge about Event Management. The University Certificate is an introduction to Event Management and will provide students with the necessary skills to recognise the importance of event planning. Students will also examine the scale and scope of the events sector and be able to identify the key characteristics of events in order to understand the business of events management as a service activity. As the programme is franchised from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) you will enrol at both Preston College and UCLan, and have access to both Preston College and UCLan`s facilities, including UCLan`s library and student union.

Study Mode & Location:
One module studied part time and should be completed within an acdemic year or less.

Course Content:
You will study one module, covering the following topics:

• The impact of events
• Categories and typologies of events
• Leadership and resources
• Planning functions
• Marketing, sponsorship, control and budgeting
• Legal and risk assessment
• Logistics, staging events, evaluation and reporting

Assessment:
The certificate will be assessed by one written assignment and one presentation.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
The programme will develop your skills so that you will be better equipped to progress to the Foundation Degree in Event Management or pursue a career within the industry.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.