The University of Derby has received the London 2012 Inspire Mark for its new Events Management course which aims to help organisations meet their economic, social and environmental responsibilities.

The University’s new events course will be available from March 2010 and has been developed by University of Derby Corporate – the University’s business arm which dedicates itself to working with employers, by focusing on businesses' skills and training needs. Taking the Inspire Mark accredited course will prove to be a valuable asset for any organisation looking to prepare itself for the Games.

Seb Coe, Chair of London 2012 said: “This new course is encouraging events management professionals in the region to fulfil their potential. I am proud that with the help of partners such as the University of Derby we are delivering on our vision to use the power of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games to boost participation.”

Conor Moss, Workforce Development Fellow, University of Derby Corporate said: “The industry is facing many changes including the new BS8901 Events Sustainability model. This course seeks to introduce and embed a sustainable management system into an organisation.

“The course has been recognised by the Inspire Mark, due to the relevance to the industry and because the content replicates the Olympics ethos of sustainability.

“Between now and the start of the London 2012 there will be many tendering opportunities for the events industry and organisations that are BS8901 compliant will have demonstrated a commitment to economic, social and environmental responsibility.”

Events professionals interested in finding out more about the course are invited to a free half day seminar. The seminars will run on:

• 12 February 2010 at the Buxton Campus
• 17 February 2010 in Derby
• 4 March 2010 in Derby

Those interested in attending one of the sessions or finding our more should contact University of Derby Corporate on Freephone: 0800 678 3311 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Source: http://www.podium.ac.uk/news/view/294/university-of-derby-events-course-gains-inspire-mark

The Association of Events Management Education (AEME) is pleased to announce that the 8th AEME Events Management Educators Forum will be hosted by the UK Centre for Events Management at Leeds Metropolitan University alongside the Global Events Congress IV: Festivals & Events Research: State of the Art in July 2010.  The intention is to organise the events in such a way that delegates will be able to attend both conferences and will benefit from cheaper combined costs.

Chair of AEME and Head of the UK Centre for Events Management Glenn Bowdin said, "The Global Events Congress IV presents an opportunity for the international events research, professional and academic communities to share research, education and best practice and to network.  The 8th AEME Events Management Educators Forum will take forward AEME's vision of bringing together educators and industry professionals within a State of the Art conference which aims to advance theory, policy and practice.  By combining conferences it presents AEME members with an opportunity to share best practice in events management education and research with a wider international community - AEME members agreed at the AGM in June 2009 that this presented an opportunity not to be missed."

The Global Events Congress IV and 8th AEME Events Management Educators Forum will take place in Leeds from 14-16th July 2010.  For further information please visit the conference website at: http://www.eventsandfestivalsresearch.com/congress2010

• Encompasses theory, policy and practice
• Opportunity for London 2012 site visit
• High quality keynote speakers
• Access to publication in conference book
• Prizes for outstanding policy and practice papers
• PhD track with prize
• Comprehensive social and networking programme