The Event Management BA at Nottingham Trent University is designed for aspiring professionals eager to shape memorable experiences and manage dynamic live events. You will explore the multifaceted world of event planning, from conceptualisation and marketing to logistical execution and post-event analysis. This degree equips you with essential skills in event business administration, understanding industry trends, and developing effective marketing and promotion strategies. If you are passionate about bringing people together and thrive in fast-paced environments, this course will provide the foundational knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in the vibrant events sector.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, you will engage in hands-on practice through modules like Year One Live Event Practice, where you'll plan and deliver small to medium-scale events within NTU's own venues. You will develop your professional identity and research capabilities in subsequent years, culminating in a major independent project where you conceptualise, design, and deliver an event of your choice. You will graduate with a comprehensive portfolio and the confidence to pursue diverse career paths, from event coordination and festival management to corporate event planning and venue operations.