BSc (Hons) Business Management (Events) with a Placement Year in Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire

Our Business Management (Events) program immerses students in the vibrant events industry while developing essential career skills. You'll gain hands-on experience by designing, executing, and assessing your own live event, culminating in a showcase at GradEX, our annual final year exhibition. The UK events sector represents a multi-billion pound industry that's constantly evolving, particularly with the rise of virtual and hybrid formats. This field encompasses diverse activities ranging from corporate functions and marketing campaigns to major festivals, maritime events, trade shows, and specialized occasions like wedding planning or memorial services. To enhance your professional prospects, we provide dual certification - earning both your degree and a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) leadership qualification.
Additional benefits include international exchange programs and the Staffordshire EDGE employability award. Our teaching staff bring extensive industry expertise into the learning environment, ensuring you develop adaptable, workplace-ready competencies.
This program belongs to our Business Management portfolio, sharing foundational modules with related degrees. Alternatives include general Business Management or specialized routes in tourism, sustainable practices, HR, and business innovation.

Career Prospects
The program cultivates both theoretical business knowledge and practical event management experience, opening doors to numerous professional paths.
Potential career options include: Venue operations supervisor, Corporate events coordinator, Hospitality establishment director, Adventure program administrator, Licensed premises operator, Food service establishment manager.