Course: Diploma in Event Management
 
Faculty: The Event School London
 
Start: 24 September 2012

Duration: 1 Academic Year (ends July 2013)

Status: Full-time

Delivery Mode : Experiential Learning (ie theory and practical)

Contact Us:   0203 174 8191 or admissions@hteschools.com
 

Course Aim

To provide students with a full understanding of the role of the event manager and to provide a comprehensive range of event management skills and knowledge through both theory and practical - including live event planning and delivery.
 

Ideal For

A unique combination of academic and vocational training, this professional event management course is ideal for those:

• wishing to gain the skills, knowledge and experience required to work in event management
   
• considering setting up their own event planning business/consultancy
   
• wanting to add a qualification plus event management experience to their CV or business portfolio
   
• with overseas experience or qualifications wishing to add a UK qualification to their CV or portfolio

Live Events

A key component to the success of the Diploma in Event Management programme and the success of it's graduates is the inclusion of Live Event planning, promotions and delivery.

The Live Events included in each programme vary depending on opportunities presented by the Industry, the course start date and the Schools' event year calender. In all cases students experience a full range of practical event management activities.

Types of Live Events on Diploma Courses have included "Tea on the Quay" - a nautically themed afternoon tea with awards ceremony;  "Castaway Docklands" - a regatta style watersports event; "Whatever Floats Your Boat" - a charity fundraiser; the Bus About clients party; a corporate Christmas party; a "posh picnic"; production of a corporate video; a cocktail party; a gala dinner; a 60's style venue launch; an Oscars Style Awards Ceremony.

 

Course Entry Requirements

• We can accept UK/EU applicants and those with the right to reside in the UK.
  
  (We currently cannot accept applicants who require a student visa to study in the UK.)

• Students must be over 18 years of age by the commencement date of their course
   
• An "A Level" or equivalent education eg, Baccalaureate, Senior High School, 6th Form, Vocational Qualifications BTEC, Edexcel, VRQ, NVQs etc
  
  ...if you do not have this level of education you may ask for your application to be considered where you can demonstrate previous experience that would support you in achieving your academic goals (ie work, community or volunteer experience)
   
• Competent English  first language skills
   
• Computer literacy - students require access to a computer and a competent standard of computer usage for the production of assignments and course work and they should be able to confidently use the internet and provide and maintain an email address for receiving school correspondence and notifications.
   
• Students must have regular access to the internet for research and communication purposes and provide a reliable email address.
  
• Students will require a lap-top or netbook for their 2nd and 3rd term pracical event planning subjects
   
• Assessed by the School as motivated and committed to the attendance, study, personal presentation (including branded corporate wear) and behavioural standards required by the School and to successfully complete their learning programme, and be able to demonstrate a genuine and strong interest in, and commitment to joining and/or progressing in the event industry.

Course Benefits

• Lecturers with significant event experience and expertise
   
• Face-to-Face tuition
   
• Students plan, promote, deliver and evaluate live events
   
• Experiential learning opportunities provide practical support to theoretical learning
   
• Wide variety of teaching methods - your training may include lectures, tutorials, workshops, research projects, industry speakers, site visits, practical sessions, discussions, exercises, attendance at relevant exhibitions, class activities, group work, work experience, shadowing, simulations etc
   
• A unique blend of subjects that include the School's own specialist event management units.
   
• Our centre on the site of one of Europe's premier event centres - ExCeL London. ExCeL London is a world-class event centre, situated in the commercial heart of the UK, adjacent to Canary Wharf and within easy reach of the City. ExCeL London is also a London 2012 Olympic venue and will continue to attract worldwide attention well past the 2012 Olympics
   
• Our Docklands based centre (the HTE Schools Training Centre) is situated only 5 miles from the Stratford Olympic Developments.
   
• Study with event management education specialists - The Event School London aims to provide quality private education that's industry relevant and accepted, with academic integrity and that meets event industry training and recruitment standards

Qualification Details


Qualification: Diploma in Event Management

Level:           4

Awarded By:  The Event School London

Assessment

80% Attendance is required

Plus

Successful completion of all required assessments - the format of which may include: written exams, reports, projects, observed activities, peer assessment, reflective reviews, logs, diaries, assignments.

Course Costs

Course fees include registration, tuition, live event experience, assessment* & certification.

In addition students should allow approx £300 pa for course texts, excursions and branded corporate shirts.

*Students should be aware that should they fail an assessment, or fail to attend a scheduled assessment, or not meet an assessment deadline, then re-sit fees will apply.

Corporate Wear & Industry Recognition

The Event School London is proud of the strong brand awareness and image that has been built both within the event industry and also amongst the industry's clients and potential clients. A key component in building and maintaining the Schools brand and image is through the corporate wear that all staff and Diploma students wear while participating in all class and course activities.

Our students benefit from The Event School's image and brand as the industries recognition of the School enhances student's employment and business opportunities both during and after their course.

Students purchase their branded corporate shirts during orientation week and their are over 15 different items to choose from to suit all budgets, styles and taste. (Items include stylish short or long sleeve shirts, t-shirts, fleece, jackets & gillets in blue, black, grey or white) The corporate shirt is then worn with the students own black, grey or white tailored trousers, knee length skirt or during summer months knee length tailored shorts.

The Corporate School image and corporate wear is also an effective means for ensuring high standards of School, group and individual presentation and for building class, team and School cohesiveness.

 

Course Subjects

Event Specialist Subjects
 

• Introduction to the Event Sector
   
• Introduction to Event Organisers
   
• Introduction to Event Venues
   
• Introduction to Event Suppliers, Contractors & Services
   
• Event Management - Event Planning & Coordination
   
• Event Management - Planning Tools & Systems
   
• Managing Events as Projects
   
• Managing Safely for Events
   
• Conference & Event Operations
   
• Event Contracting & Contract Law
   
• Event Customer Profiling & Service Delivery
   
• Sales & Negotiation Skills for Event Managers
   
• Live Event Planning & Delivery
   
• Experiential Learning - Events

Core Diploma Management Subjects

• Customer Service Management
   
• Finance for Non-Financial Managers
   
• Leadership & Management
   
• Principles of Marketing
   
• Workplace Health & Safety
   
• Cultural Awareness
   
• Human Resources for Line Managers
   
• Conflict Handling

How to Enrol and Pay Your Course Fees

Register and Pay Fees Online to Immediately Provisionally Confirm Your Course Place
 

Or Enrol By Application Form

Further Information

If you require additional information on our courses or The Event School London, please contact us:

Phone  0203 174 8191 or Click Here to email your query(please advise course of interest)

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