The Tourism and Events Management BA (Hons) with a placement year at the University of Northumbria Newcastle equips you with influential expertise for global roles in the dynamic tourism and events sectors. You will explore core business principles and their application to managing businesses within these industries, developing essential practical, creative, and people skills. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about understanding visitor behaviour, event design, and the economic and social impacts of tourism, preparing you for influential positions in a field that shapes global experiences and economies. You will gain AACSB-accredited knowledge, ensuring a high standard of business education.
You will study this degree full-time on campus over four years, including an optional work placement year to gain invaluable industry experience. The curriculum integrates core modules such as Financial Decision Making, Business Analysis, and Strategic Management with specialised topics like Events Design, Planning and Production, and Global Challenges and Tourism Futures. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of the tourism and events landscape, equipped with the skills and professional connections to pursue diverse career paths in destination management, event planning, and hospitality.