Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology [IADT]

Post Graduate Diploma in Business in Cultural Event Management

Dublin, Ireland

DURATION

1 Years

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PACE

Full time

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TUITION FEES

EUR 3,000 / per year

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Post Graduate Diploma in Business in Cultural Event Management focuses on developing the skills needed to manage cultural events effectively. This program combines practical experience with theoretical knowledge to prepare students for the unique challenges in the events industry.

Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue roles such as event manager, cultural coordinator, or marketing specialist in organizations that host cultural events and festivals. They can also find opportunities in arts organizations, non-profits, and government agencies focused on promoting cultural initiatives.

Introduction

What is Cultural Event Management?

This programme delivers a core business qualification focused specifically on the cultural sector and how to manage associated events successfully. Modules take place on Friday and Saturday. You will learn everything relevant to the cultural sector and develop the core business skills to succeed in a variety of careers.

On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to:

Evaluate and understand how business subjects interact (e.g. finance, marketing, HR and management), specifically for cultural event management
Conceptualise, develop, plan and project manage a cultural event
Evaluate the legal and risk management issues associated with a cultural event and develop appropriate strategies
Think critically in light of social, cultural, community and ethical business issues
Work effectively on an individual basis or as a member of a team within the constraints of time, finance and other resources
Diagnose problems relating to cultural event management and conduct sectoral research.

Aims and Learning Objectives

What will I be able to do when I graduate?

You may find employment as/in:

Cultural event managers in arts organisations
Programme co-ordinators and managers in the festival sector
Event management companies, providing services to a wide range of clients
Freelance workers – emerging “cultural entrepreneurs”
Specialist managers within the cultural industries e.g. music promoters
Managers and owner/managers within the creative industries

You can also continue your studies to Masters and/or PhD level in Ireland or abroad.

What modules will I study?

Event Management, Marketing Communications, Legal Issues, Fundraising, HRM and Volunteer Management, Strategic Management, Socio and Cultural Context, Event Management Master Classes, Financial Management, Cultural Entrepreneurship

What are the entry requirements?

Undergraduate qualification of 2nd Class Honours or higher at Honours Degree level
In exceptional cases, applicants will be considered provided they can demonstrate Honours - Degree equivalence which can be verified through the APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning) process
A minimum of two years' work experience
Shortlisted applicants may be called for interview
Two references must also support your application