US793 · Level 7 · 3 years

Business Studies with Event Management

Technological University of the Shannon - Athlone · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

242

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About this course

The events sector includes concerts, festivals, conferences and sports events. This degree mixes event skills with business knowledge, so you can work in many event settings.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study event planning, design, operations, production and project management. You also do accounting, marketing, HR, law, economics and social media. Later modules include corporate events and an entrepreneurship business plan.
Placement and abroad
Third year includes a full semester of work placement, or study at a partner university in Europe.
Where it can lead
Graduates may work in event planning, management, marketing and communication, with event organisers, travel companies, hospitality and tourism organisations. You can progress to year 4 of the Level 8 honours degree in Business Studies with Event Management at TUS Athlone.
Who it suits
Suits students who like meeting people, working in teams and organising events.

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About Business and administration

Management, finance, and marketing strategies

Learn how businesses operate and are managed. This field covers various business topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and operations. Students will learn skills in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and decision-making. E.g. Commerce, Business Studies, International Business.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026242Published after the final round
2025 241241398
2024 251251347
2023 Not offered under this code

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Applied Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Computer Science: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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