Lecturer in Events Management

Role Summary

UKMC is seeking enthusiastic and creative Lecturers to join the BA (Hons) Events Management programme. This innovative course develops students into highly effective event managers and imaginative “experience architects,” blending project management skills with the creativity needed to deliver live experiences.

• Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of modules at undergraduate level, including lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development, embedding innovation, inclusivity and sustainability into teaching practice.
• Supervise students in live project work, client collaborations, placements and dissertations.
• Provide academic and pastoral support, supporting student engagement, progression and attainment.
• Contribute to assessment design, delivery, marking and moderation in line with UKMC and validating partner requirements.
• Engage with quality assurance and enhancement processes, including course monitoring, student feedback and external examiner reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong links with the events industry to support employability, placements and guest contributions.
• Engage in scholarship, professional practice or research to inform teaching and maintain subject expertise.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider academic community at UKMC.

• A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or above) in Events Management, Business, Tourism, Creative Industries or a related subject.
• Fellowship of Advance HE (or willingness to achieve).
• A PhD or higher-level research qualification.
• A teaching qualification (e.g. PG Cert in HE or equivalent).

• Strong subject knowledge of events and festivals, including creative practice, project management and industry trends.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging teaching and learning activities at undergraduate level.
• Understanding of assessment practice and providing effective feedback.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Competence in digital learning platforms and IT to enhance teaching.
• Professional networks relevant to the events and creative industries.
• Engagement in research, scholarship or professional practice that informs teaching.

• Experience of teaching and assessment in higher education (including as a teaching assistant, hourly paid lecturer or equivalent role).
• Evidence of curriculum development or module design.
• Experience supporting student learning and progression.
• Professional or industry experience in event management, festival production or creative event design.
• Experience contributing to quality assurance and enhancement processes in HE.

As a Lecturer in Events Management, you will be part of an ambitious and forward‑looking institution that values teaching excellence, creativity and student success. You will have the opportunity to shape a practice‑led, industry‑focused curriculum, inspire the next generation of event professionals and contribute to the development of a course with strong links to industry and community stakeholders.

UKMC offers a supportive environment with opportunities for academic development, research and collaboration with validating university partners.