Core text / Useful Material

Carlsen, J., et al (2007) Introduction: Festival and events. Beyond Economic Aspects. Event Management, Vol 11 pp 1- 2.
Getz, D. (2007) Event Studies: A Multi-disciplinary Approach (Events Management). Oxford: Elsevier
Gillentine, A. (2005) Foundations of Sport Management, Fitness Information Technology. Nottingham.
Kirkup, N and Major, B (2007) The reliability of economic impact studies of the Olympic Games: a post-Games study of Sydney 2000 and considerations for London 2012 Journal of Sport and Tourism, vol.11, Nos. 3-4, August 2007, pp1-22
Spengler, J. and Connaughton, D. (2006) Risk management in Sport and Recreation. Human Kinetics, London.

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This module will:
- investigate the structure and nature of the events industry in relation to sports development and coaching.
- Explores the history of sporting events
- Discusses local and national government involvement in and policy towards the staging of events.
- Recognises the economic significance of events on a regional, national and international level.
- Investigate both human and financial resources management issues within sports event management.
- Recognise the importance of safeguarding adults and children in relation to Sports Development & Coaching

This module also requires students to apply events management theory to practice by undertaking operational management, planning and organisation of a live sporting event. Students will also be tasked to reflect upon their learning experiences and discuss how these have impacted professional practice.

All assessment elements of the module must be passed.

Students will be required to complete 4 pieces of summative assessment.

(1) To provide a report (1,500 words) that outlines the different types of events and the UKs position of staging large scale events. This is worth 40% of the module grade and assesses LO 1.

(2) To deliver a 10- minute oral presentation of the detailed event proposal in line with the guidelines provided. The proposal must take into consideration financial and human resource requirements. This is worth 30% of the module grade and assesses LO2.

(3) To work as part of a team to plan, manage and evaluate a sporting event. Attendance at this event is compulsory. Students must attend and contribute to the event in order to pass this module. Students will be expected to undertake a key role within the organisation of the event. This assesses LO 3

(4) To produce a portfolio of evidence to include: All stages of the event planning plus a full financial breakdown and staffing considerations drawing on individual strengths and areas for development. The portfolio should also consider areas for change in future events. This is worth 30% of the module grade and assesses LO4.


Additional Assessment Details:

Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via tasks and discussions.

Students will receive formative feedback throughout the module comprising a combination of task related feedback and comments on during class discussion contributions offered up throughout the module.

Students will follow a thirty week guided study programme and access support material via the college VLE. The module will consist of 3 hours per week.

The module will include:

90 taught contact hours (3 hours X 30 weeks)
- 2 hours taught
- 1 hour seminar discussion per week

210 Independent study hours
- 60 hrs background reading,
- 60 hrs assessment planning
- 90 hrs assessment writing

Access to an appropriately specified PC, with accompanying Word, PowerPoint, Adobe and Java software.