Festival and Event Management

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
HOSP 5002
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Course ID
201775
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to understand and utilise a conceptual framework to examine the role of festivals and events in contemporary society.

  • Understanding Festivals & Events
  • Designing Festivals & Events
  • Festival Programming, Markets, and Impacts

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate technical knowledge of festival and event management by critically and creatively assessing festival and event design.
  • Apply theories of behaviour associated with festivals and events to critically analyse and reflect on audience engagement and participation.
  • Examine and interpret the ethical, social, and sustainability impacts of festivals and events, and provide actionable solutions.
  • Investigate and analyse the relationship between festivals and events and their role in shaping stakeholder identities.
  • Critically analyse professional practice in festival and event management, considering cultural and global dimensions.

Assessment

Proposal, Case Study