The Academic Ladder
A single, coherent progression from career discovery to C-suite leadership. Every tier builds on the one below. Credits transfer seamlessly between partner universities. No student reaches a dead end.
Design Principles
No Dead Ends
Every credit earned at one tier counts toward the next. Change pace or direction without losing progress.
Intelligence-Led
All tiers are powered by real data from 90,000+ events and 228 scored markets. Theory is grounded in evidence.
University-Awarded
ISET designs curriculum. Partner universities deliver and award all qualifications. Your degree comes from an accredited institution.
All 9 Tiers at a Glance
All programmes commence January 2027. Fees are set by your partner university.
| Tier | Programme | EQF Level | ECTS | Duration | Delivery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T0 | Career Discovery Explore whether event tourism is for you. No commitment, no prerequisites. | N/A | 0 | Half-day | In-person / Online | Details → |
| T1 | Foundations Master the fundamentals: industry structure, key terminology, global landscape. | 4 | 5 | 4 weeks | Online | Details → |
| T2 | Professional Certificate Apply intelligence frameworks to real-world event tourism challenges. | 5 | 10 | 8 weeks | Online + Blended | Details → |
| T3 | Undergraduate Degree Full undergraduate degree in event tourism, delivered by partner universities. | 6 | 180–240 | 3 years (full-time) | Full-time / Blended | Details → |
| T4 | Micro-Credentials Stackable professional credentials that count toward diploma and masters. | 6–7 | 4–15 each | 4–12 weeks each | Online / Blended | Details → |
| T5 | PG Diploma (Flagship) ISET flagship: Global Event Tourism Intelligence & Advisory. Consulting-grade capability. | 7 | 30 | 6 months | Blended | Details → |
| T6 | Masters Full masters degree with dissertation, residency, and original research. | 7 | 90 | 12 months | Blended + Residency | Details → |
| T7 | Executive MBA MBA for senior leaders pivoting into or already leading event tourism strategy. | 7 | 90–120 | 18–24 months | Part-time Executive | Details → |
| T8 | Executive Education Non-credit C-suite leadership programmes for industry executives. | 8+ | CPD | Modular | In-person + Virtual | Details → |
Am I Ready? Self-Assessment Guide
Not sure where to start? Find the tier that matches your current experience and ambitions.
“I have no background in events or tourism and want to explore.”
Start at T0 (Career Discovery) or T1 (Foundations).
“I work in events but lack formal qualifications.”
Consider T2 (Professional Certificate) or T4 (Micro-Credentials).
“I hold an undergraduate degree and want to specialise.”
T5 (PG Diploma) is our flagship — designed for exactly this profile.
“I want a full postgraduate research degree.”
T6 (Masters) with dissertation and residency components.
“I am a senior executive seeking strategic capability.”
T7 (Executive MBA) or T8 (Executive Education).
Ready to Begin?
Register your interest and we will connect you with a partner university delivering ISET programmes in your region.