Event Management

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts Program in Event Management at Swiss School of Higher Education explores the concepts, characteristics, and management of local and international events in various locations. 

It focuses on what makes an event successful and includes aspects of creation, planning, finance, marketing, operations, and human resources. 

Demand is growing in the Event Industry with an estimated 200 million people who work in the Event Management field. These festivals, sports events, music concerts, conferences, exhibitions and meetings are an economic and social driver for many companies, cities, regions and countries. Examples of these include: The Montreux Jazz Festival, The Olympics, the World Cup, the Rio de Janerio Carnival and the Davos Economic Forum. 

Students who have graduated with diplomas in Bachelor Event Management have found jobs with major companies such as: UEFA, FIFA, IOC, FIBA and a variety of Event Companies.

Career

Graduate students will be able to communicate and collaborate with others in an effective manner; apply financial and managerial theories to meet their business goals and develop leadership skills to implement in different sectors they will be engaged in.

Examples of Career Opportunities

• Pro Sports Teams

• International Sport Governing Bodies: IOC, FIS, UEFA, FIFA, FIBA

• Music and Art Festivals (Tomorrowland, Burning Man, Glastonbury)

• Brands and sponsorships (Red Bull, Omega, Rolex)

• Arenas (O2, Allianz Arena)

• Theme parks (Disney, Four Flags, EURO Park)

• Movies

Accreditation

EDUQUA

Membership of EFMD and ECBE