Hotel and Events Management

Why study BA (Hons) Hotel and Events Management at BNU? Delve into industry On this hotel and events course, we work with several hotel, events and hospitality partners for mentoring, live briefs, placements, internships and visits. These include, but are not limited to; Marriott, The Ivy Collection, Vacherin, The Urban Pubs & Bars Company, The Fat Duck Group, Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, Melia Hotels, Red Carnation Hotels, Firmdale Hotels PLC, Scoffs Group UK, Hotelpartner and Harrods.

You will also benefit from the industry mentorship programme offered by our partner organisations. In each year you’ll be allocated an industry mentor from one of our great partners, here you’ll have the opportunity to learn directly from successful hotel, event and hospitality leaders.

Undertaking work experience is an integral part of the BA (Hons) Hotel and Events Management degree. This unique approach to studying at BNU, is underlined by our core belief that practical, hands-on experience must always complement a theoretical, research-informed teaching strategy. That is why, as part of your core curriculum, in year two, you’ll put your skills and knowledge into practice through an integrated internship.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in co-curricular, by taking part in community projects organised in collaboration with local hotels, as well as attending guest talks, industry visits and a wide range of networking events, conferences and seminars organised by our school and our industry partners.

Accredited course If you decide to study one of our fast-paced degrees, you’ll benefit from our connection with the Institute of Hospitality Educational Membership Scheme, the world’s leading, award-winning, professional membership body for hospitality professionals around the globe. We’re also part of the Council for Hospitality Management Education (CHME). Through this connection you’ll have the opportunity to get close to the industry while you study and gain work experience and build your professional networks.

What will I study? Our BA (Hons) Hotel and Events Management course is your gateway to an exciting and multifaceted career where creativity, strategic thinking, and exceptional guest experiences intersect.

You’ll study the core business concepts and strategies associated with hotel and event management, including modules related to the industry landscape, digital marketing and communications, guest experience, planning and operations. You’ll also have the opportunity to delve into event design and even the planning and running of your own events.

As well as that, you’ll build up on core concepts, studying more specialised subjects focused on technology and innovation, and food and beverage management.

During your time studying with us you’ll explore critical, contemporary issues; ethics and sustainability; financial management and leadership – including a live industry research project that will give you the opportunity to explore into a specialised area of your interest.

Studying this degree at BNU is a unique opportunity for you to gain an in-depth, research-informed, theoretical, and practical understanding of core entrepreneurship approaches and strategies, as applied to various sectors of hospitality and events.

Fostering a culture of innovation, growth and sustainability, this course is designed to embed a strong entrepreneurial mindset, providing you with a solid foundation in business management principles and a specialised knowledge of hospitality and events.

You’ll gain a comprehensive and dynamic educational journey that prepares you for success in the vibrant worlds of hospitality and event management. With a strong focus on theory, practice, employability, and industry relevance, this programme equips you with the knowledge, skills, and attributes that are essential for you to excel in a wide range of roles within these dynamic sectors.