Event managers are needed to generate event ideas and facilitate them professionally. From a global event like the St Patrick's Festival to regional food and sports weekends, corporate events, conferences, public celebrations and festivals, event management has evolved into big business. This growth nationally and internationally has been fuelled by the increase in the number, size and sophistication of events. Ireland has a thriving events sector which hosts exciting and varied events and festivals throughout the year.<br><br>In this four-year course, youll acquire practical and theoretical skills in all aspects of event management. Youll become knowledgeable in areas such as event planning and design, marketing, sponsorship, staging and health and safety. Youll be equipped with the knowledge, understanding and professional management skills you need. As well as event-specific subjects such as Event Industry Studies and Event Planning and Production, youll also follow a broad business course with subjects such as Management, Marketing, Finance and Law. European languages are increasingly important in the world of work.