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Event Management
Are you interested in a career in Event Management? Professionals working in Event Management are known as Event Managers, Event Planners, Event Organisers or Event Co-ordinators. In this section you can find out more about what the occupations involve along with examples of universities offering programmes that will give you access to this profession.
What does being an event manager entail?
Event Management professionals' main responsibility is to create the perfect event for clients, guests, stars and spectators. Event Management consists of the planning, co-ordination and running of people and all other aspects involved with many different kinds of events, from the Olympics to cocktails parties. Typical events organised by Even Managers include festivals, conferences, formal parties and conventions.
Event Managers must understand the brand they are publicising, identify the target audience, come up with a suitable concept for the event and co-ordinate technical aspects before the event actually takes place. Event planning can consist of budgeting, arranging speakers and entertainers, catering and organising transportation and parking.
Event Managers are needed in almost all kinds of businesses, from Charities, Governmental bodies, and financial institutions to fashion houses and sporting bodies. Event Management is a strategic marketing and communication tool which helps communication with clients and prospective clients.
What skills are needed for a career in event management?
What qualifications are needed for a career in event management?
There is no specific degree needed for a career in Event Management, however those with business, management, hotel or catering management, leisure and tourism or marketing degrees may have more chance of finding a job in this sector. Access to a job in Event Management is sometimes possible without a degree if the candidate has the right work experience, skills and qualities. UK Universities offering degrees in Event Management include:
Average salary of Event Management graduates in the UK
The average salary for entry level assistants in the UK range can range from £13,000 to £18,000. Senior Managers in Event Management can earn over £50,000 per year. Salaries can vary depending on experience, sector, company and location.
Typical employers of events management graduates include specialist event management consultancies, events venues, PR agencies, universities, charities and conference centres.