Our Business and Management courses regularly have visitors in from industry but we also offer trips for our students. We spoke to Daisy, a third year Events Management student, about her recent trip to Edinburgh to a range of event spaces.
I’m from the surrounding areas of Birmingham and have always enjoyed being around events and seeing the positive impact they can have on people. Growing up, I was always involved in events, whether that be through volunteering or organising, which sparked my passion for the industry and inspired me to study event management.
I chose to study at Birmingham City University because I’m local to Birmingham and wanted to stay close to home while studying. When I attended the open day, the staff were really welcoming and the course stood out to me compared to similar courses at other local universities, so it felt like the right fit.
Alongside university, I also have some industry experience through a mentor at the NEC Group in Birmingham. She’s an Event Manager and I’ve had the opportunity to shadow her and other members of the team during different events, including concerts and exhibitions. This has been a great way to see how events run behind the scenes and gain some real insight into the industry.
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I recently spent two amazing days in Edinburgh, gaining first-hand experience of the events industry in some incredible venues, including Edinburgh Castle and The Caves. During the trip, we had the chance to hear from industry professionals and learn more about what it’s really like to work in large-scale and unique event spaces. Listening to their experiences and advice gave me a much clearer understanding of how events are planned and delivered and helped build my confidence and knowledge.
One of the things I found most interesting was seeing how events are delivered in such an old and historic city. Many of the venues are based in heritage buildings, narrow streets, and sometimes difficult to access spaces, which showed us how much extra planning and creativity is needed to make events work in these environments. It gave me a real appreciation for the challenges and problem-solving involved in the industry.
I’m grateful to my lecturers for organising such a valuable opportunity, as it’s motivated me even more for my future career. The trip confirmed that this is the path I want to follow, and I’m excited to continue building my skills and experience as I work towards a career in the events industry.