Course summary

Our degree in Hotel and Event Management is designed to equip you with personal and professional skills, theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in national and international hotel and event management. As part of the Council for Hospitality Management Education (CHME), you’ll benefit from our connections to the industry, and have opportunities to gain work experience and build your professional network. Why study at BNU? This course has been developed to mirror today’s Hotel and Hospitality industry. Working closely with professionals we’ve made sure the course helps you to develop the skills and knowledge the industry is looking for. You’ll engage in real-world, practical activities that will prepare you for a successful entrepreneurial career. You'll also have the opportunity to engage in extracurricular activities, 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. What facilities can I use? During your time studying on this degree, you will spend time at Missenden Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre. A former medieval abbey with a history of over 800 years, Missenden Abbey provides the professional backdrop for linking theory to practice It enables a unique, experiential learning approach that will help to cement your knowledge and skills during your studies. You will also benefit from the industry mentorship programme offered by our partner organisations, where you have the opportunity to learn directly from successful hotel leaders. As well as this you’ll have access to our High Wycombe Campus. Here you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, as well as newly built study and social areas. Our Library is open 24/7 and offers a range of resources to support your studies. We also have a Student Learning Achievement Team, who offer tailored support with research skills, critical thinking and referencing . 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. Blending theoretical knowledge, industry expertise, hands-on experiences, and ethical consciousness, this course enables you to shape the future of hospitality and events, making a positive impact on both the industry and society at large. 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. 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. You’ll also investigate research methods in hotel and events management studies. During your time studying with us you’ll delve into critical, contemporary issues; ethics and sustainability; financial management and leadership. This 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. 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 entrepreneurship. 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.