This course allows learners to develop knowledge and understanding of the events industry in areas such as events organisation and events costing. It also develops key transferable skills in areas such as customer care, health and safety, and marketing.
Qualification
SCQF Level 5
Study mode
Full-Time
Start date
28/08/2023
This course is suitable for a wide range of candidates including:
You'll learn through groupwork, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers.
Further study at HNC level in events, hospitality, tourism, administration and IT and business.
Ongoing written and practical assessments.
This is a vibrant sector which is both exciting and fast moving. Human resource managers within these rapidly expanding industries have stated that they are looking for multi-skilled staff with a wide range of experience, that are adaptable, flexible and able to operate in different areas of their organisations.
Successful learners will be well placed for employment across the diverse range of jobs within the events industry including hospitality & events, events assistant, events co-ordinator, meeting & events assistant, event planning, event safety officer, events co-ordinator, events administrator, temporary structures crew member, account assistant, client liaison, delegate co-ordinator and events marketing assistant.
Offers made will be based on your application. Those who do not meet the minimum entry requirements will be invited for an individual interview.
The events industry in Scotland continues to grow, contributing an estimated £3.5 billion to the Scottish economy. Major hotels and hospitality operations are now operating events facilities within their complexes. In addition there has been a huge increase in the number of festivals, sporting events, outdoor concerts and purpose built venues for events.