Master of Science - Cultural Events Management (Work Based Project option)

Program Description The Cultural Events Management course meets the needs of the expanding cultural events and festivals industry perfectly. It explores the connections between culture and business and demonstrates how to apply theory, key skills and knowledge in practice. Reasons to study Cultural Events Management MSc at DMU: • A unique focus on cultural events, the cultural sector and the festival community • Tailored to meet the needs of the dynamic and expanding industry of cultural events and festivals • You will explore the relationship between culture, business and management while enhancing your skills in developing and managing cultural and commercial events • Industry placement opportunity you can choose to undertake a year-long work placement, gaining valuable experience to enhance your practical and professional skills further • You will be able to work with key DMU partners such as British Arts Festivals Association, De Montfort Hall and Festival Republic • You will also benefit from working with teaching staff at the cutting edge of publishing, research and new ideas in the field • Option to organise and run DMU’s annual week-long festival Cultural Exchanges alongside members of staff • You'll study with professionally-active academic staff: hear from Senior Lecturer Jennie Jordan as she discusses the business of festivals