Events Management (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Our BA Events Management degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in a vibrant industry that contributes an estimated £36 billion to the UK economy. At UEL you'll be learning just a few miles from some of the capital's most famous venues – including the Excel Centre, O2 Arena and the Olympic stadium - and learning in London gives you access to some of the most exciting cultural pioneers in the world. Take a look at our own guide to East London to see what's nearbyThe course is designed with your career in mind; it is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality and you'll benefit from placements and guest lectures held with industry leaders across the capital.The event industry is thriving. Social events like music festivals, pop-up shops and street food markets have never been more popular, while formal gatherings like weddings, conferences and congregations will always be in demand.The service sector is the largest sector in the world's economy and short of good quality managers - exactly the skills gap that this course is designed to fill. The course will give you the skills and experience you need to implement large-scale events, while giving you the industry contacts and guidance that will help you make the first step into a rewarding career.