International Year One in Events Management
- What will I study?
- How will I be assessed?
- Why study Business Management?
- University progression
- Qualification Framework & Module Overviews
- Entry requirements
- Find your nearest Study Centre
The International Year One in Events Management is a first-year undergraduate equivalent programme that builds students’ knowledge and skills in the Events
Management field. You will also study our integrated English for Academic Purposes module which is accepted in lieu of IELTS and will help you improve your English language skills.
Students who successfully complete the International Year One in Events
Management gain guaranteed access to the second year of an international bachelor’s degreeat a top-ranked university with hundreds of degree courses to choose from.
What will I study?*
Students enrolled in the
International Year
One in Events Management complete a total of 8 modules (4 per semester). Click on the modules below
to read
a brief overview.
*Please note that our International Year One in Events Management is currently undergoing a
redevelopment
process. This update is being meticulously carried out by our subject matter experts and is set to
be
finalised by our Quality Validation Panel. Consequently, the modules and university progression
options for
the 24/25 academic year are subject to confirmation. We are committed to providing an updated and
relevant
curriculum that aligns with the evolving needs of the global business landscape.
This module aims to provide business students on a level four programme with the essential economic knowledge and understanding which will enable them to be able to place business related issues and problems in the wider economic context, as well as being able to recognise the contributions that economics can make in analysing and resolving business issues and problems.
This module aims to provide students with a range of skills that will prepare them for study of the International Year One programme as well as future undergraduate studies in business and management related programmes in UK universities. The knowledge and skills gained throughout the module will provide students with transferable skills that will also be beneficial in the world of work.
This module aims to give students an appreciation of what
organisations are, the purpose of
establishing formal organisations, and the many inter-related aspects of collective and
individual
behaviour that can impact on the success or otherwise of organisations.
There are different approaches to analysing organisational behaviour and these will be
considered
during the course of this module.
The module also addresses a number of the inter-relating facets of organisational
behaviour
including organisational structure, approaches to leadership and management, culture
within
organisations, motivation and organisational change.
The aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the
events industry in order to prepare
students for future study in Events Management and related areas.
This will cover topics such as the history and tradition of events to understand their
significant
role within society; key characteristics of a range of events to define and categorising
them; an
introduction to the size and scope of the events industry, noting the different
organisations,
roles and positions available with reference to public, private and voluntary
organisations;
Identify the main demand-generating sources of events; analyse changes in the macro and
micro-environments that may determine future trends; introduce impact assessments as a
method of
evaluation.
The aim of this module is to provide students with the theory,
practice and structure of the
fundamental elements of business management. The module focuses on the application of
the strategic,
operational and ethical streams of business management in a range of different
organisations.
The module also addresses a range of inter-related topics which further develop
students’
understanding of the core themes of management.
The aims of this module are to provide students with an introduction to a range of theories and concepts underpinning key elements of marketing planning with a focus on the application of those theories and concepts to a range of different organisations.
This module aims to provide students with a broad
understanding of the function and the
importance of management accounting in supporting management decision-making. It is
recognised that
students studying this module may not progress to further, specialist accountancy
studies and it is
therefore important to give a broad, introductory module rather than technically
detailed coverage
of the subject.
The module will cover key areas such as ‘decision making’; ‘cost assignment’; ‘planning
and control’
to give specialist accounting students the foundation they will require for more
advanced coverage
of the subject area.
The aim of this module is to provide an introduction
to events management operations in
order to prepare students for future study in Events Management and related
areas.
The module aims to conceptualise events and identify their characteristics explore the
organisational and management implications involved in staging events. Identify project
management
planning systems, identifying event aims and objectives, venue selection, health and
safety and
legal issues, financial planning and events promotion. Introduce students to
organisation, planning
managing and controlling specific types of event.
How will I be assessed?
The assessment breakdown is generally 25% coursework and 75% exam.
Each semester will include formative tasks that will prepare you for the later summative assessments. You will also complete homework assignments, engage with past examination questions and other activities. For the summative assessments, you will be evaluated separately in each module.
Why study Events Management?
Studying Events Management is ideal
for
those who love a challenge and would like to work in a fast-paced industry. You will learn all the
industry
insights and organisational skills that will allow you to deliver a wide range of events, from
weddings to
sporting occasions and much more.
Some jobs that are directly related to the Events Management area are Conference Centre Management,
Event
Manager, Hotel Manager and many more. Besides, there are plenty of jobs where this degree can be
useful such
as Charity fundraiser, Marketing Executive, Talent Agent or Public Relations Officer.
University Progression
By completing the International Year One in Events Management you will be able to progress to 10+ NCUK Universities across the UK, Australia and New Zealand where you will have 70+ degree courses to choose from, including popular options such as Economics, Innovation, International Business, Business, Public Relations and many more!
To find out all the progression options available for students who complete the International Year One in Events Management have a look at our University Course Finder. Find out more about the universities that you can progress to by clicking the button below:
Qualification & Module Overviews
The following documents include the
‘International Year One in Events Management Overview’ along with individual module overviews.
These documents will provide you with overviews of what to expect from this qualification and a
wider understanding of each individual module. This includes information on the aims of the qualification,
course structures, assessment methods and more.
View these documents by clicking the bar below:
Entry requirements
To register the International Year One in Business Management applicants must meet all of the following entry conditions:
- Have achieved at least an NCUK EAP ‘D’ grade or hold an
acceptable equivalent alternative English language
qualification.
- Have achieved Grade ‘B’ in (I)GCSE Mathematics or
equivalent. NCUK IFY Mathematics or NCUK International Foundation
Year Half Mathematics Grade ‘D’ may also be used. For the Events Management route,
(I)GCSE Grade C is
sufficient.
Have: - obtained a minimum of 48 NCUK foundation points with a D
in at least 2 subjects following study of the NCUK
International Foundation Year programme.
OR - completed the NCUK University Access Programme with a
pass grade (minimum 50%) in all subject modules.
OR - obtained a minimum of grade ‘D’ in two relevant UK
recognised ‘A’ levels.
OR - met one of NCUK’s country-specific entry requirements, which can be found here.
- have completed a satisfactory entry interview designed to
assess motivation, post-diploma study
plans and preparedness for the programme.
Applicants outside of the published entry requirements may also be eligible for the qualification on a case-by-case basis. Please discuss with your preferred Study Centre.
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