
LONDON SUMMER COURSE DETAILS
An immersive summer course in London designed for career starters and career explorers. A focused four-week summer experience that builds confidence, industry insight and introductory skills in event planning.
Course Name: ATHE Level 4 Certificate in Events Management (RFQ)
Course Code: ATHE4CEMSSLD
Course Duration: 4 Weeks
Course Days:
- Week 1: Monday to Friday
- Weeks 2-4: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Course Hours: 10am-4pm
Plus: Online support material, virtual tutoring and virtual post-course assessment support
Course Venue: Novotel London Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1AA
Closest Station: Custom House on the Elizabeth Line or DLR
Certification: ATHE Level 4 Certificate in Events Management (RFQ)
Accreditation: ATHE, an Ofqual Awarding Body
Ofqual Qualification No: 603/3382/0
Ofqual Total Credits: 30
ATHE Level 4 Certificate in Events Management (RFQ) - Summer Course, London
This summer Certificate programme is ideal for:
- Career Starters, Career Explorers or Summer Semester students looking for foundation skills and insight into the event industry and the role and responsibilities of an event manager
- International applicants wanting to add British experience and certification to their CV or portfolio
- Graduates who wish to obtain in-demand event management qualifications, adding to their employability competitiveness
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Gap Year students wanting to use their time off to gain valuable, in-demand skills and certification
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International students looking for a London Semester programme to support or complement their at-home studies
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School Leavers wanting to gain an accredited Ofqual Regulated Level 4 qualification with credits to support university and college applications, or to support entry into the workplace
- Career Starters, Career Explorers or Summer Semester students looking for foundation skills and insight into the event industry and the role and responsibilities of an event manager
Students taking the Summer Course Certificate in Events Management programme will benefit from the following:
- Expert tuition from event management practitioners
- Face-to-face training provides the ideal opportunity to learn through interaction with your Lecturer
- Small groups with strictly limited numbers
- Site tours and excursions
- Our training venues are on the Royal Victoria Docks one of Europe's premier hospitality, tourism and event destinations and the stunning dockside location is highly conducive to intensive short course studies
- Enjoy learning from interactions with your fellow students who bring different perspectives and experiences to the interactive classroom sessions.
- You'll be gaining experience in one of the world's most famous cities. London is renowned for its events, innovation, entrepreneurship and international business.
- Expert tuition from event management practitioners
Course Content - ATHE Level 4 Certificate in Events Management
Introduction to the Events Sector
An introduction to the events industry, exploring the scope, structure and importance across different settings. Examine a range of event types and the roles played by the public, private and voluntary sectors, while considering the economic, social, cultural and environmental impacts events can create.
Professional and Academic Skills
Focuses on developing the academic and workplace skills needed for successful study and professional performance. Explore the skills employers value, assess your own strengths and areas for development, and build greater self-awareness to support your progress both during the programme and in the workplace.
Course Content - Bonus Certification. The Event School London's CPD Certified Certificate in Events Management
- Event Industry Trends and Technology
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Sourcing Event Venues and Locations
- Coordinating Event Suppliers and Services
- Event Legalities, Health and Safety and Risk Assessment
- Event Evaluation
Your Summer Certificate short course fees include:
- Registration, Tuition, Assessment & Certification
- Online support material
- Virtual tuition
- Virtual post-course assessment support
The following entry requirements apply:
- Minimum age: 18
- Competent English Language skills (comprehension, reading, written and spoken) E.g. IELTs 5.5 or equivalent
And at least one of the following:
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5 or more IGCSE / GCSEs or 1 A Level
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Achieved 12 years of schooling (i.e. having completed high school)
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Pass in any Level 3 qualification
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An access to higher education certificate delivered by an approved further education institute and validated by access validating agency
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Other equivalent international qualifications, E.g. Baccalaureate
Assessment is undertaken through a combination of research assignments and applied skills projects.
The Lecturer for each unit of study will allocate class time to ensure students understand the requirements of the assessments.
While you will be working on assessments throughout your course, the final assessment submissions are due within four weeks of your course completion. We continue to offer virtual, phone and email support during this time.
ABOUT ATHE
The Event School London Limited is an ATHE Approved Centre (ATHE - Awards for Training and Higher Education.)
ATHE are an Ofqual Awarding Body.
ATHE is a global awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual since 2011 and recognised internationally by a growing number of national accrediting bodies. We work with over 240 centres across 40 countries, providing qualifications for school age and adult learners to support their educational and career progression.
ABOUT OFQUAL
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England.
Ofqual maintain standards and confidence in qualifications in England for:
- GCSEs
- A levels
- AS levels
- vocational and technical qualifications
- Apprenticeship end-point assessments
The ATHE Level 4 Certificate in Events Management (30 credits) offers learners a short introduction to the Events Management sector, whilst also developing professional and academic skills that will support them in further study or an initial work role in the sector. It provides a good basis for those considering a move into the events sector or for further study.
Our summer programme is designed as an accelerated, immersive summer experience, combining structured face-to-face learning in London with curated online materials, virtual tutoring and dedicated post-course assessment support.
Delivered within a professional learning environment, this intensive programme offers real London insight alongside rigorous academic grounding, giving you a strong foundation for your next career or study decision.
Ideal if you want to explore whether events is the right career for you before committing long term, gain a recognised UK qualification in a focused summer format, and experience studying in one of the world’s leading event cities.
Alongside your ATHE qualification, you will also receive an additional bonus certification - The Event School London's CPD Certified Certificate in Event Management.
The Event School's Certificate in Event Management covers essential foundation topics such as:
- event planning,
- budgeting,
- sourcing and coordinating venues and suppliers,
- event health
- safety and post-event evaluation.
These provide the tools and techniques needed to plan and coordinate an event from start to finish.
