A practical degree alternative for school leavers deciding what to do after A levels September has a way of making every decision feel final. Friends may be preparing for university, starting jobs or heading in entirely different directions. Meanwhile, you may still be working out what you want, what will suit you and which choice will lead somewhere worthwhile. The good news is that your next move does not have to fit neatly into the usual choice between studying and working

Choosing an event management course in London is about much more than comparing course names, fees and start dates. If you are serious about building a career in events, it is worth looking carefully at what sits behind the course description. How much teaching will you receive? Who will actually teach you? What qualification will you gain? How practical is the programme? And what kind of learning environment will you be studying in? A strong event management course should g

A career in events can take you in many different directions. From international conferences and exhibitions to weddings, sporting events, festivals, luxury celebrations and brand experiences, the events industry brings together people with a wide range of interests, strengths and career ambitions. For those considering event management as a career, one of the first questions is often: what jobs can I actually do in the events industry? The answer is far broader than many peo

The 2020 Club Event Industry Connections Event What does a year studying event management in London actually look like? For Tallulah Richards and Felix Orr, it meant far more than completing classes and assessments. Over the course of their Degree Alternative Programmes they experienced different areas of the events industry, visited venues, developed specialist interests, networked with industry professionals, worked on live events and completed internships before reaching t

Finishing school or sixth form can bring one very big question: what comes next? University is one route, but it is no longer the automatic next step for everyone. If you already know that you want a career that is creative, commercial, people focused and connected to the real world of work, it can make sense to choose an education route that prepares you directly for that industry. For school leavers interested in events, experiences, entertainment, venues, brands, weddings,

Electives are an important part of our full-time courses, giving students the opportunity to choose one specialist subject each term and shape their studies around their interests and career ambitions. 'Event School Electives' offer the chance to explore different areas of the events industry, discover new strengths and gain insight into potential career paths. For students who already have a passion for a particular sector, electives also provide valuable time to build more

When studying event management, the quality of your learning is shaped not only by the course content, but by the experience of the person leading the room. Nick Oxborrow is Lead Event Management Lecturer at The Event School London, bringing extensive international industry experience, academic expertise and a practical understanding of what it takes to deliver successful events. From professionals preparing for senior leadership to those developing their core event managemen

Summer is one of the most visible and inspiring times of year for the wedding and social events industry. Venues are at their busiest, suppliers are bringing creative concepts to life, and wedding planners are coordinating the many details that turn months of preparation into a successful celebration. It is also an ideal time to begin thinking about where you could be by next summer. Starting your wedding planning training now gives you time to build practical knowledge, unde

An Ofqual-regulated event management qualification is a formal qualification offered by a recognised awarding organisation and regulated within England’s qualifications system. It has defined learning outcomes, assessment requirements, qualification levels and quality-assurance processes. It can also be checked on the official Register of Regulated Qualifications, allowing students, employers and education providers to confirm its status. This is different from a course that

Choosing a full-time event management course is not simply about finding the longest programme or the highest qualification. The right course depends on where you are now, the experience you already have and what you want your next step to be. At The Event School London, our three principal full-time programmes are designed for different stages of career development. All are based in London, all combine professional learning with industry exposure, and all start on 28 Septemb

Many people begin organising events before they have received any formal training.They may coordinate meetings, conferences, celebrations, launches or internal events as one part of a broader role. Others develop strong transferable skills in hospitality, marketing, administration, project coordination or customer service and begin to consider whether those abilities could support a career in events. Our CPD Certified Certificate in Event Management short course is designed f

For many students, finishing school brings one big question: "Do I have to go to university?" The answer is no. While university is the right choice for many people, it isn't the only route to building a successful and rewarding career. In fact, more school leavers are exploring alternatives that offer practical learning, smaller class sizes and a clearer route into employment. If you're interested in a career in events, hospitality, weddings, festivals, sport or luxury brand