London Marathon Events’ education initiative LMEd has partnered with the University of Westminster to launch a new Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Events Leadership and Management.
The online programme combines academic study with practical insight from London Marathon Events, the organisation behind the TCS London Marathon and a portfolio of major mass-participation events.
A new pathway into event leadership
The course is designed for graduates and industry professionals who want to develop careers in sports-events leadership and management. Topics will include global sports-events strategy, leadership and event-experience design.
Students will also receive behind-the-scenes access to the planning and delivery of major events, including the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon, giving participants exposure to operational, commercial and leadership roles.
Hugh Brasher, CEO of London Marathon Events, said the partnership is a major step for LMEd as it works to build the next generation of sports-events professionals.
Westminster’s marathon connection
The University of Westminster has a historic link with marathon running. In 1908, the Polytechnic Harriers of its predecessor, the Regent Street Polytechnic, organised the London Olympic marathon, helping establish the 26 miles and 385 yards distance that later became the international standard.
The partnership builds on LMEd’s first collaboration with South Thames Colleges Group and expands the organisation’s education offer into postgraduate study.
Applications for the Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Events Leadership and Management are now open through the University of Westminster.
