Department of Education, Unit Catalogue 2007/08 |
ED20128 Principles of event management |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Intermediate |
| Semester: 1 |
| Assessment: CW 100% |
| Requisites: |
| In taking this unit you cannot take MN10071 and take MN20072 |
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Aims: The aims of this unit are to develop both the knowledge and understanding of the techniques of event management in combination with relevant communication and management skills.
Learning Outcomes: Students completing this unit will understand the theory and application of the theory involved in running a medium / large scale event. They will acquire the knowledge of cultural and social assumptions, expectations and legal frameworks. Relevant communication and management skills will be developed through liaison with appropriate external organisations and also through the process of formal management meetings. Presentation skills will be developed through formally presenting a business plan to relevant stakeholders. Skills: The following key skills are either taught (T) and/or facilitated (F) and/or assessed (A) in this unit: * Written Communication (T/F/A) * Numeracy (T/F) * Problem Solving (T/F/A) * Working Independently (T/F/A) * Working as Part of a Group (T/F/A) Content: Students will study: * Principles of event management. * The concept of the sports event, including cultural and social assumptions, expectations and legal frameworks. * Individual group management sessions. * Organisation of small-scale local events, drawing on resources and facilities available. * What makes a successful event? * Planning and management of a medium / large event, liaising with appropriate external organisations and senior event managers. * Formulation of a business plan. * Visits to and visits from lecturers from those governing bodies / associations involved with large-scale event management. * Group Presentation and analysis of management activities undertaken. |