Ok first things first. Do you really need to study for 3 years, spend more than £40k to get a good job in event management?
The answer is no.
That’s why more and more students are questioning the traditional path of uni in today’s fast-paced job market and preferring our courses where we get your out and experiencing real events. And we totally get it!
DA STUDENT MEGAN ON SITE
We’re different. And we’re proud of it. We believe in the space of a year we can give you the skills to transition straight into a good career at a leading event company.
We break it down like this: we ensure our student don’t just have the knowledge but you are also confident, creative and capable which means you are ready to hit the ground running when you start work and contribute from day 1.
First things first, we are all about being hands-on. We think that getting involved, getting out of lectures at into the real world working on practical projects is the best way to learn.
STUDENTS PRESENTING THEIR PITCH
On our courses you will answer a real-life project brief. What is a project brief? You will be presented with a client who want to put on an event and you will work in teams to answer it with a creative ideas and then present it back to your client.
Previous projects have been for adidas, BMW, Credit Suisse, Hilton Foundations, EE, NetJets, The Winter Olympics, The United Nations, UNICEF Pret a Manger, Albion Parties and Jamie’s Farm. So, you won’t just learn from books; starting immediately, you’ll put your knowledge into practice.
Another thing that sets us apart is that we give our students the chance to work on a live event as their final project. That’s right, you’ll be designing and managing a real-world event! You will find a venue, create an event and raise money for our chosen charity REACT – Disaster Response.
DA STUDENT ON STAGE AT THEIR FINAL EVENT FOR TEENAGE CANCER TRUST
But more than that, we’ve got a Jobs Board which accessible from the first day you sign up to the course (before you even start lectures!) where you can see all the opportunities we have to volunteer and do paid work at some of the UK’s leading events.
We want you to start building your experience and immersing yourself in the world of events. You could be volunteering at NASS Festival or Boardmasters or maybe you’d prefer The Brit Awards or Secret Cinema? We’ve got tonnes for you to check out.
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS AT LONDON FASHION WEEK
And speaking of potential employers, we’ve got some pretty impressive connections with major organisations in the event management sector. This means that you will do a three-month work placement in the industry. This internship is a wonderful chance to develop real-world skills and network with people in the field. It’s one of the biggest advantages of studying with us!
Plus perhaps one of the biggest benefits of studying with us is that it’s a faster route to a incredible career. Within a year, you’ll have the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in the event management sector. When your studies are finished, you’ll be equipped to launch your dream career right away.
DA STUDENT CHARLIE AT WORK ON SET FOR THE DEPARTMENT AGENCY
Oh and let’s not ignore one of the biggest differences: the cost.
First up, we’re a one year course (including a work placement) not three so we are fast tracking you into work and also cutting the cost by more than a third.
So like the sound of it? Great! One final thing… wondering how we are going to take you from school to an incredible career? Easy, we focus on three things…
Capable: We make sure you know your stuff. Our courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the industry.
Creative: We support you to become a problem solver and creative thinker. We believe that the best events are born out of creativity and innovative thinking.
Confident: We challenge you to grow by developing your other skills – communication, teamwork, and leadership skills because succeeding in the event management industry requires more than just technical knowledge.
So, if you’re looking for an alternative to university, our approach to learning may be just what you’re looking for. Our courses are designed to help you succeed in the event management industry quickly. We can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve!
