Purpose of the Qualification
The purpose is to provide a qualification that:
business, hospitality, and events industries;
the needs and expectations of our students;
all learners;
independent judgement, critical self-awareness, imagination and skills that will enhance
global employment opportunities on graduation in all programmes;
To get a job in a global growth industry.
10/22 months (with internship option)
Online/Blended
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Online offered only
Minimum of a recognised university degree in a relevant hospitality, tourism or management subject. Equivalence for non-UK degrees should be evaluated through NARIC.
Non-graduates and holders of non-relevant degrees – A minimum of 5 years of evidenced work experience at managerial level within the hospitality & tourism industries.
Successful completion of a Level 6 Professional Diploma.
All students without English as a first language must hold at least IELTS 6.0 or other evidence of competence in English at this level. Or by Letter from a University confirming the student has studied a program and passed where the course was delivered and assessed in English.
Multiple languages available
Passing all 8 core modules and final project
Level | UK Credits | GLH | ECTS | Assessment | |
Events Venues & Facilities Management | 7 | 20 | 60 | 10 | Coursework assessment – Operations report |
Hospitality Operations | 7 | 10 | 30 | 5 | Coursework assessment – Operations report |
New Venture Creation & Innovation in Events | 7 | 20 | 60 | 10 | Coursework assessment – Group elevator pitch (40%), Group business plan and Oral presentation (60%) |
Competitive Strategies in Hospitality | 7 | 10 | 30 | 5 | Coursework assessment – Case study report & presentation report |
International HRM in Events | 7 | 10 | 30 | 5 | Examination |
Finance & Project Management for Events | 7 | 20 | 60 | 10 |
50% Examination 50% Coursework assessment – Group case study |
Live Events | 7 | 15 | 45 | 7.5 | Coursework assessment – Group event management plan, report and presentation (70%), Individual post-event reflective report (30%) |
Contemporary Conference Management | 7 | 15 | 45 | 7.5 |
50% Examination 50% Coursework assessment – Group case study |
Final project | 7 | 30 | 0 | 15 | |
Total | 150 | 360 | 75 |
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An understanding of the role venues and spaces play in strategic event strategy, as well as the legal and administrative aspects.
Key accounting and finance practice, evaluation and associated decision-making tools.
An understanding of hospitality operations & their implications for business output, as well as how these function through a systematic approach.
The generation, design and development of an initial business idea to creating a business plan & securing funding.
The impact of external & internal influences on organisational business strategy creation in relation to competitive strategies
An awareness of the issues surrounding the management of people in hospitality and events.
Budgeting, revenue management, pricing, project management skills and knowledge in an event setting.
Including operations, logistics, supply chains, client briefs, staffing, planning, food & beverage operations, security, post-event evaluation and client feedback.
Including an understanding of new market forces, changing client and participant needs and expectations, and economic pressures.