MSc International Festivals & Event Management

Our MSc International Festivals and Event Management is the perfect postgraduate degree if you aspire to a career in the area of management across a range of global festivals and events.The growing size and dominance of festivals and events around the world means that companies and organisations are continually seeking individuals with the knowledge and capabilities of managing various aspects of this fast growing and dynamic industry.Emphasis throughout our International Festivals and Event Management course is therefore placed on developing a range of professional, managerial and transferable skills that are aligned with an extensive knowledge of management disciplines applicable to tourism and events today.Why study with usThe Association of Tourism in Higher Education (ATHE)Links with a range of varied employers across the service sector, both within the UK and overseas.This course has been accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, the professional body for managers and aspiring managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism industry worldwide.Future careersOur students often have entrepreneurial passion and either plan to open their own events start-up, or have already worked in the area of organising a variety of events: business, music, entertainment or educational.Graduates mentioned that the career pathway in festivals and events can be quite unexpected and therefore it is important to learn to recognise opportunities and act on them.