MA Events Management
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You can also start this course in January |
Why choose this course?
- You will study with other students from countries including Thailand, Hong Kong, South Africa and Australia, which will help you to develop your thinking around global practice.
- You will meet a variety of industry representatives,who regularly collaborate with us.
- Our friendly, professional staff and key members of our award winning team specialise in events management, not just generic business.
- You will be able to get involved in consultancy work.
- We belong to professional bodies such as the National Outdoor Events Association, where we regularly present and speak, and we are a founding member of the Association of Events Management Educators, so you will definitely be studying with leaders in the field.
- You can study this course full time or part time.
About the course
During this course you will develop your understanding of events operations, planning, risk management, marketing, finance and strategy in the context of a wide variety of events, including conferences, exhibitions, festivals, product launches, trade shows and sporting events.
By using guest speakers, industry days and having the chance to work on real life problems, you will be able to
combine theory with practice and gain the skills and confidence you need to manage your own events.
You will get involved in consultancy work through the Buxton Fringe Festival, the National Student Conference and our
own Conference and Events Unit, which promotes the Dome.
We regularly work collaboratively with professionals in the industry, so you'll have opportunities to work on exciting
projects. We're currently working with the Llangollen International Eisteddfod (Festival), Capita Symonds and Showsec, and on major events such as Glastonbury.
Our team specialises in events management, not just generic business, so their industry experience will be brought in to
their teaching. One member of staff was responsible for risk management when Liverpool became the Capital of Culture
and another worked on safety aspects for events such as the London Marathon and the stunts for Top Gear.
You can study this course full time or part time. You will learn through on campus teaching, e-learning, block study and/or a combination of these options to suit your individual needs.
All the modules you will study involve experiential learning, so you will be able to add to your skills base in your individual
portfolio. Our students regularly take the opportunity to get involved in events in our Dome.
Your career
If you want to apply for senior management positions in the events management industry, this course is ideal for you.
What our students say
"Since the first day I started the MA in Buxton I have received so much help and support in so many things. My tutor, Iride, Buxton gave me great suggestions and support throughout the year. I have learned new many things and got a great experience. Thank you so much for everything. I wish I can meet you again someday in the future and if you ever get an opportunity to visit Thailand, I will be there! You are always welcome! Thank you." Apissara Kongthed, MA Events Management. Class 2010-2011.
"Thank you! I appreciate all your help and encouragement throughout my time at Buxton." Charlotte Wilcock, MA Events Management. Class 2010-2011.
"The course has made me realise that there are so many possibilities that I hadn't thought of, so I'm looking forward to getting out there and finding my own direction. My ultimate goal is to set up my own business." Marta Boullón Sáez and Joanne Lambert-Barnes, MA Events Management. Class 2007-2008.
"I joined the MA Events Management part time while working on my venture 'First Choice Musical Solutions'. As we are one of the Corporate Partners of the University of Derby Buxton we are looking to further develop our existing contacts with its music technology unit." Stephen Pocock, MA Events Management.
"The students' enthusiasm, professionalism, competence and dedication were obvious and indeed
overwhelming. I was so impressed that I nominated them for the National Outdoor Events Association Training
Tribute, which they won." Richard Limb, Director of Leisure Safety, Capita Symonds UK
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Are you an international student?
You can now book a skype appointment at a time to suit you with our International Student Adviser to discuss your options.
Do you work in events? Take a look at our part time short courses for event professionals.
Start dates
If you're from the UK or EU you can apply to study this course in:
- September
- January
If you're from a country outside the EU you can apply to study this course full time in:
- September
- January
Fees*
UK/EU students
- £695 per single module (you usually take 9 of these modules in total).
International students
- Full time: £10,200 (each year)
*These fees apply if you're starting this course between September 2012 and August 2013. We recommend you check fee details with us though, as they can change. Costs can increase each year.
Course length
- Full time: 12 months
- Part time: up to six years
Entry requirements
You will usually need an appropriate undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, a ...
