Core Module Information
Module title: Event Management

SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: TSM08121
Module leader: Annamarie Sisson
School The Business School
Subject area group: Tourism and Intercultural Business Communication
Prerequisites

Requisites: AND Pre-requisite: To study this modules you will need the learning equivalent to the module listed or to have passed TSM07103 - The Business of Festivals and Events

Description of module content:

This module engages you through allowing you to develop a practical, problem-solving approach to the management of events. Key functions of event design and management are then introduced and applied: both through the use of illustrative examples of different types and forms of events; and through you planning and implementing your own events. The major management functions of events are examined therefore with particular attention paid to areas including: event planning, experience design and staging, marketing, financial management and sponsorship, risk management, safety, and reflective evaluation of events.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively towards developing, planning and delivering an event.

LO2: Communicate and present findings of the management and evaluation of a chosen event.

LO3: Develop comprehensive event management plans, applying core management principles to integrated components such as risk assessment, targeted marketing, budget allocation, and logistical coordination.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Annamarie Sisson
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 36 Weekly lectures are given to provide you with core information and concepts on the topics of event management.
Online Guided independent study 64 You will have the ability to take what you learn in lectures and apply it to your own learning and assessments.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 100 Weekly group meetings are held after lecture to enhance the design and delivery of the chosen event.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 25 1 Week 12 HOURS= 3 hours In groups you will design and deliver a chosen event in weeks 11 and 12 of the term.
Portfolio 75 1~2~3 Week 13 , WORDS= 2,000 words In groups you will conceptualise, plan, and document a comprehensive live event. The final submission is a professional event portfolio that details every aspect of the event planning process.
Component 1 subtotal: 25
Component 2 subtotal: 75
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
TSM08121 Event Management