The published course and module descriptions were accurate when first published and remain the basis of the course, but the University has had to modify some course and module content in response to government restrictions and social distancing requirements
Global Events Management
MSc
Key facts
Start dates
September 2022 / January 2023
Location
Course length
Full time: 12 months
Part time: 24 months
Department
Overview
The programme takes a holistic approach to the global events industry. It includes the study of global mega sporting events, live music tours, world famous festivals, global meetings and congresses as well significant sales events hosted by global brands. It will attract those students who would like to work on large-scale events which have a global impact as well as those who want to demonstrate to employers they have the global skill set required to work in events staged in an increasingly connected world.
Programme highlights
- The Bacchus Mentoring and Leadership programme which supports students’ employability
- A focus on digitization
- Elective modules which provide unique learning opportunities by leveraging the distinctive aspects of Oxford as a global city
- A curriculum underpinned by responsibility, sustainability and inclusion.
- A global programme of guest speakers
- Event-based experiential learning projects which develop entrepreneurship and employability skills.

How to apply
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
A minimum of a second class honours degree (2:2) in any academic discipline, or equivalent overseas degree from a recognised institution.
Applicants who possess a diploma rather than a good degree may be eligible for entry provided they have compensatory work experience and can demonstrate career development.
Entry will also be subject to two satisfactory references (one of these must be an academic reference).
If English is not their first language students will need to satisfy the university's English language requirements: IELTS minimum level 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking) or equivalent. Students who have completed their undergraduate degree in the UK (at least one full year of study) will automatically meet the university’s English language requirements.
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you meet the entry requirements for your postgraduate course and also familiarise you with university life in the UK.
Take a Pre-Master's course to develop your subject knowledge, study skills and academic language level in preparation for your master's course.
If you need to improve your English language, we offer pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements of your chosen master’s course.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Application process
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year your fees will increase each year.
Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
Learning and assessment
Teaching and learning consist of in-class, face-to-face teaching, field visits, guest lectures, experiential learning, online tutorials and other online activities, guided and self-study activities geared towards completing coursework assignments and suggested enrichment activities. Enrichment activities are optional activities which are optional but meant to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
We create an inclusive environment that supports the learning needs of a diverse range of learners, which includes but is not limited to international students, non-native speakers of English, ethnic minority students, LGBTQI+ students and students with disability and neurodiverse needs.
Across the programme assessment tasks include: reports, presentations, digital artifacts, fieldwork, practicals and self-reflective essays. The variety in assessment allows teaching staff the flexibility to adjust assessments as necessary to cater the needs of diverse learners.

Start this course in January
You have the option to start this course in January. You will study a range of modules between January and May. During the summer months of June, July and August you will study further modules and begin work on your dissertation. Between September and December you will complete your final modules and focus on your dissertation.
Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from that shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
Teaching and learning on the MSc Global Events Management is guided by student study plans for each module which consist of in-class, face-to-face teaching, field visits, guest lectures, experiential learning, online tutorials and other online activities, guided and self-study activities geared towards completing coursework assignments and suggested enrichment activities. Enrichment activities are optional activities which are optional but meant to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
Field trips
The International Business in Practice Study Trip module allows you to experience ideas and practices of global business. During the trip you will have direct interaction with management executives and practices. You will: attend presentations from local management executives and experts and go on site visits to major corporations and agencies. This study trip is voluntary and you will need to fund all costs associated with the trip. It is not linked to university assessments in any way.
We also run a study trip to Chengdu, China. If you choose the study trip (which runs in July), we will give you all the details by March so that you can make your decisions ahead of the trip in July.
If you successfully complete this non-credit bearing module, it will be recorded on your transcript as P58335 International Business in Practice: Study Trip.
As an example of costs, the fees in 2020 varied between £350 - £1500 and included: accommodation for seven nights, insurance, company visits and group transportation for all activities. This fee did not include international airfare, visa application fee (if relevant), dinners and activities during your free time.
There are also field trips within the for credit modules taught within the semester, which seek to acquaint with the city of Oxford and its unique attractions.
Research
Our research staff publish in prestigious top tier internationally rated journals including Annals of Tourism Research, Tourism Management, International Journal of Hospitality Management, Event Management, The Service Industries Journal, European Journal of Marketing, Journal of Services Marketing, International Small Business Journal and Journal of Small Business Management.
After you graduate
Career prospects
Career destinations will include positions within Global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (also known as MICE), mega sporting events, live music tours, major music festivals, carnivals and parades as well significant sales events hosted by global brands.
Programme Changes:
On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been published on the website.For more information, please visit our Changes to programmes page.