Tourism & event management part-time degree Dresden: event manager prepares banquet hall

Tourism & Event Management (B.A.) – part-time

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Start of programme: Winter semester
Duration of study: 8 semesters / only 6 semesters with vocational qualification
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Courses: Monday and Wednesday evenings, occasionally Saturdays
Language of instruction: German
Tuition fees: Information can be found in the information material

Are you already working in the tourism or events sector? Would you like to gain further qualifications and continue your studies? Then the part-time Bachelor's programme in Tourism & Event Management is just right for you.

The tourism and event markets are dynamic, complex systems that are constantly producing new developments and trends. The current post-corona period represents a phase of transformation in which there is high demand for travel and events with record growth figures. At the same time, the supply of suitable skilled workers is currently low. That is why, especially in tourism and event management, there is a demand for young professionals who can deal with the current challenges professionally.

This is exactly where your studies at the FHD begin.

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Why should you study Tourism & Event Management part-time at the FHD?

Excellent prospects: diverse career paths

The programme combines two attractive career fields of the future: tourism and events. You don't have to choose between the two, but will be well equipped for both and in demand on the job market. In addition to the opportunity to work in numerous fields within the tourism and events industry, your business administration foundation will also allow you to pursue a career in other industries. Your degree will therefore offer you a high degree of flexibility and security.

Study content for (professional) life: applied studies

Knowledge comes from doing: we offer you sound theoretical knowledge with a strong practical focus. Memorising theory just for the exam? That's not how we do things here. During your studies, you will learn exactly what you need to know and be able to do later in your professional life. You can try things out for yourself in practical projects.

Learn languages

Broaden your horizons and immerse yourself in other cultures! In addition to business English, you will also learn Spanish during your studies and are thus ideally prepared for your international career and communication with international customers and partners.

Active participation in your studies: developing interdisciplinary skills

With us, you won't get lost in the crowd. In small groups of around 15 students, you can actively participate and help determine the content. It's not just about predetermined topics, but also about your ideas and opinions. Thanks to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme, you will learn about other perspectives, methods and tools, for example in the context of projects with graphic designers. This allows you to learn teamwork during your studies – one of the most important soft skills for professional life.

Theory and practice closely intertwined

Your experiences from your everyday working life are specifically incorporated into your studies. As part of practical reflections, you will discuss current topics with your lecturers in study groups and develop solutions that work in practice!

Exciting course content: Discover your study schedule

Studienablaufplan Tourismus & Event Management berufsbegleitend: Übersicht Module & Praxisphasen

Our student advisory service and our professors will of course be happy to advise you personally and answer all your questions about the course content.

The most important facts at a glance

Who will accompany you: Interview with the programme director, Prof. Dr. Richter

What opportunities await you: Career prospects

With your Bachelor of Arts Tourism & Event Management (B.A.) you are excellently qualified for middle management and leadership positions in the tourism and event industry on a national and international level. A further master's degree is also possible.

The diverse professional fields and areas of work include:

Event agencies and institutes
Event management in marketing
Culture and concert organizers
Trade fair and congress organizers
Major international event organizers
Organizers of sports events
Tourism organizations, destinations
Tour operators, Internet travel agencies
Business travel departments of large corporations
Airlines & airports
Hotel companies
Leisure facilities
Wellness industry

and many more.

Why you should invest in education: fees and financing

As a private university, we offer you many advantages and services from the moment you first express interest in a place at our university until you graduate – and beyond. With us, you are not just an anonymous student number; we provide you with individual, targeted and supportive guidance throughout your studies. In order to offer you this high-quality education, we have to charge tuition fees.
The specific fees vary depending on the type of study programme, payment method and credit options. You can find the exact conditions for tuition fees in the information material for the respective study programme.

Of course, there are many different ways to finance your studies. You can find an initial overview of financing options here. We would be happy to look at your individual situation with you and work together to find solutions for financing your dream degree programme!

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What you need to bring with you: Entry requirements and application

Want to get started right away? You can apply here at any time.

To be admitted to the NC-free Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) programme in Tourism & Event Management, you need either

a general university entrance qualification or
a technical college entrance qualification (note regional restrictions) or
a subject-specific university entrance qualification (in the field of economics or similar).

Alternatively, there are other ways to gain admission to university, which are summarised here: Studying without a school leaving certificate

Very good German language skills and English language skills at level B1 are also required.
In the part-time degree programme, professional experience in a field relevant to the programme is usually required. In each semester that includes a practical reflection module, proof of relevant professional experience (or an internship) of at least 30 hours per credit point of the practical reflection module must be provided.

You can find all further information on the application process here.

Impressions

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What our partners say about our students

Oxana Okunew | Education and Outreach | Technical Collections Dresden

"As part of a practical project with Dresden University of Applied Sciences, students developed a structured visitor survey for our museum under the expert guidance of Prof. Dr. Marco Richter. The aim was to gain reliable insights into our visitor structure as well as their needs and expectations. The results of the survey provide us with a sound basis for the strategic development of our museum and give valuable impetus for future measures. Particularly noteworthy are the methodologically careful design, the scientifically sound evaluation and the high degree of professionalism, commitment and creativity on the part of the supervising department. The collaboration has impressively demonstrated the added value that close cooperation between practice-oriented university teaching and local actors can create."

Luisa Bauer | Team Leader Content Marketing & App Manager Schlösserland Sachsen

"As part of a practical project with Dresden University of Applied Sciences, students put our "Schlösserland erleben" app through its paces – with a structured study, user surveys and their own tests. The findings provided valuable insights for the further development of the app. We particularly appreciate the methodical approach and fresh perspectives of the students – as a demanding target group in the digital space. The collaboration was inspiring and showed how practical university partnerships can create real added value."

Friederike Kranz I Managing Director, City Management Dresden e.V.

"The collaboration with the students of the Tourism & Event Management programme under the direction of Prof. Dr. Marco Richter was extremely enriching for us. The results clearly show that sound scientific knowledge, coupled with practical relevance, is a top priority at Dresden University of Applied Sciences. Not only City Management Dresden e. V., but also the inner-city businesses have benefited from the results."

Gisela Förster I City Centre Management Neustadt in Saxony

"The innovative concepts developed by students of the Tourism and Event Management programme in the Tourism practical project have laid the foundation for how vacant retail space in our small town can be utilised in the future. The visions of the younger generation are extremely important as a basis for a vibrant town centre of the future. The fresh ideas and systematic marketing solutions encourage potential entrepreneurs to open a business in the town. This creates opportunities for a small town to make itself more interesting and the region as a whole more attractive to tourists."

Your academic staff

A degree program is a great adventure in which you are not on your own. Here you will find our academic staff who will support you throughout your studies in Tourism & Event Management – from everyday student life all the way to graduation.

Prof Dr Marco Richter, Head of Tourism & Event Management programme (full-time & part-time)

Prof. Dr. rer. oec. Antonio Roldán-Ponce, Studiengangsleiter Business Administration (berufsbegleitend)

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Your project and internship partners

The Tourism & Event Management program has an extensive cooperation network with partners from business, culture, and research. We teach and conduct research in a practice-oriented and interdisciplinary way and incorporate the experiences of our project partners into our teaching. In this way, we ensure that our students receive up-to-date, practice-oriented teaching as well as high academic standards.

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CONFGAMES

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Your International Office & university network

The FHD has a continuously growing international network of university partnerships. This allows you to spend your semester abroad at one of our partner universities of your choice. Our International Office supports you throughout the entire application process and advises you on accommodation, financing, and any further questions you may have.

Paola Yaconis

Kontakt
Campus Straßburger Platz | Raum 120
Tel +49 351 44 45-417
p.yaconis@fh-dresden.eu

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Your FHD student advisory service

Do you have questions and would like to learn more about studying at FHD? We are always happy to advise you!

Lina Kröber & Jasmin Kellermann

Kontakt
Campus Straßburger Platz | Raum 108
+49 351 44 45-444
studium@fh-dresden.eu

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