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Module Overview

Event Planning and Operations Management

This module endeavours to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key concepts, issues and practices underpinning the growth and development of the dynamic, evolving event industry. It is directed at those wishing to enter the event profession in conjunction with those intent on advancing their careers in the event arena. Through this module, students should develop a heightened awareness and understanding of the complexities involved in the event planning process; a process that is driven internally by event organisations and shaped externally by their strategic and operational environments.  The module focuses on a range of planning and operational aspects in event and festival management, that address key current issues and challenges, such as, the need for a more sustainable industry approach in planning and managing sustainable events.  The module will explore the UN SDGs, in particular SDG9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; SDG12 Responsible Consumption and Production and SDG13 Climate Action. 

Module Code

OPMN 9000

ECTS Credits

10

*Curricular information is subject to change

Overview and typologies of events.

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Event planning process.

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Fundraising and Sponsorship.

n/a

Event Production.

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Health, safety and risk management.

n/a

Managing volunteers and staff.

n/a

Technology for events.

n/a

This module will be delivered through a combination of methods including: Lectures; Case Studies; Seminars; Guest Lectures; Site Visits

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Other Assessment(s)100