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This self-paced course introduces learners to the world of events and festivals, providing the essential knowledge, context, and inspiration to understand how this vibrant industry has evolved and professionalised. Through historical insights, real-world examples, and reflective exercises, learners will explore how events have shaped — and been shaped by — society, culture, and economy across time.
The course highlights the diverse types, scales, and purposes of events, from local community gatherings to international mega-events, and examines how they create meaning, identity, and shared experience. Learners will also discover how the events sector has developed into a recognised profession, underpinned by defined skills, standards, and ethical responsibilities.
The final assessment challenges learners to apply these insights by developing a Personal and Professional Development Plan, reflecting on their interests, skills, and career aspirations within the events and festivals industry. This plan will demonstrate their understanding of the sector’s pathways and professional standards, while outlining clear steps for building a meaningful and future-ready career in events.
This self-paced course introduces learners to the world of events and festivals, providing the essential knowledge, context, and inspiration to understand how this vibrant industry has evolved and professionalised. Through historical insights, real-world examples, and reflective exercises, learners will explore how events have shaped — and been shaped by — society, culture, and economy across time.
The course highlights the diverse types, scales, and purposes of events, from local community gatherings to international mega-events, and examines how they create meaning, identity, and shared experience. Learners will also discover how the events sector has developed into a recognised profession, underpinned by defined skills, standards, and ethical responsibilities.
The final assessment challenges learners to apply these insights by developing a Personal and Professional Development Plan, reflecting on their interests, skills, and career aspirations within the events and festivals industry. This plan will demonstrate their understanding of the sector’s pathways and professional standards, while outlining clear steps for building a meaningful and future-ready career in events.