International Jewellery London

One industry that attracts some of the biggest deals of any sector is the Jewellery and precious stones business. To accommodate this need, there are several popular annual shows and one of the best that I have attended is the International Jewellery show.

Held at the Earls Court Exhibition Centre in London, this Jewellery show is one of the largest and arguably the best jewellery shows to take place in the UK each year. It should be noted though that this is a trade only event and thus not open to the general public. For those of you who did attend this year’s show, I am sure you will agree that the event was a huge success given the number of exhibitors and visitors to attend, despite the concern with the difficult economic times.

The seminars at the International Jewellery show tend to be a very popular aspect of the show and it is always worth arriving early if you want to avoid having to stand for these talks. I found the seminars a wonderful part of the Jewellery Show and I particularly enjoyed talks on the luxury goods sector, the importance of branding within the Jewellery industry and new techniques in jewellery design.

This 4 day event sees people from all sides of the industry in attendance, be it jewellery designers, shops, online retailers and also companies who are involved with the mining of the precious stones which you tend to see on display.

One thing one does notice at this event is the level of security afforded to some of the displays. Given that some of the pieces of jewellery on view often cost tens of thousands of pounds each, the security is perhaps not so surprising. This show also is one at which significant amounts of money are spent and the sales tend to include orders placed for private investors for personal collections and for retailers. For jewellery manufacturers looking to expand their client base, the 10,000 plus industry visitors who attend each year, means a great opportunity for sales leads.

You find out more about the International Jewellery Show online, with planning for the 2012 show already taking place – such is the importance places on this show by those involved with the industry. If you want to get a good exhibition spot then now can be a good time to start planning for the 2012 show. Need exhibition equipment for the 2012 show? Need a hotel in Earl's Court for the show?

3 SOLAR shows in the UK worth attending

The Solar industry has been affected with the economy downturn in the last few years, similar to many industries. This sector though also still maintains great interest and we thus look below at some of the best solar related shows that you can attend in the UK each year.

E2 - ENERGY SOLUTIONS EXPO - For those involved in the industry, or with an interest in solar power, this is an intriguing event. The focus here is on the different power types which are available, with a degree of that focus on solar power. The show is an educational experience in relation to the provision of power and is attended by a number of solar power organisations who push the benefits of their product in the context of the overall power market. (Learn more about the Energy Solutions Expo).

NEMEX - If you are a provider of solar power products, or a buyer looking to source solar power products, there are few better exhibitions or expos to attend than NEMEX, which takes place in Birmingham, UK. Thousands of buyers attend this show with an interest in buying solar products and this makes for a great platform particularly for those involved in the design, supply and manufacturing of solar items. Many people who attend this show also enjoy the educational aspect of this show. The event runs for three days and provides a perfect platform for networking.

THE SOLAR FUTURE Show - This is an excellent event for specialists and experts in the industry and which brings together some of the worlds best speakers on matters concerning solar energy. The Key note speeches always provide an insight, thoughtful and provoking insight into the future of solar power worldwide. There are also a series of group activities and seminars designed to address specific aspects of solar power.

International Spotlight: Brussels International Motor Show 2012

Brussels International Motor Show is one of the biggest shows in Belgium each year, and also tends to be one of the top motor shows to be held in Europe. Held each year in the Brussels Exhibition Centre, the Brussels International Motor Show is one of the oldest shows of its kind anywhere in the world, with the show now into its 90th year. Visitors to this show can always view the latest car and motorbike models from manufacturers around the world, and the show has a reputation as being the platform for many of these manufacturers to debut their models.

Expect to see the very latest car models ranging from family saloons and small city cars through to expensive sports cars, people carriers and vans. Motorbikes are also a key element of the exhibition and these tend to include everything from scooters up to top of the range race bikes. A particularly exciting aspect of the show is the prototype section of the show which enables visitors an insight into the models that manufacturers are developing, and therefore providing a look at the future of motoring.

The motor show is open to the public for 10 days, with access normally costing just over 10 Euros for adults and half price for children. The opportunity to meet with so many manufacturers in one place should not be missed for any car lover and for anyone looking to buy a new vehicle.

The Brussels Exhibition Expo itself is an excellent venue, perhaps as one would expect in a city which is home to the United Nations. This venue is well served with buses and the local tram service, both serving the Expo Centre. If you are arriving from the International airport, what is an affordable taxi ride will be your easiest option and the quickest way to arrive at the centre.

• Read about the best UK car shows and exhibitions.
• Top Gear Live in Ireland.
  

2011 University Courses for Exhibitions or Events Management

Events management is an extremely competitive field and if you want to get into any part of this industry (including Exhibitions Management), having recognised qualifications in this field will give you a much greater opportunity. Below are some of the university and college courses available in 2011.

BSC Honours Events Management - This is the text book degree course for somebody looking to move into events management. There are a whole host of universities which offer this course meaning that everybody with good A Levels or equivalent should be able to secure a place. This is generally a three year course which covers all aspects of management and relates it to events, as well as featuring event specific modules which will differ with each institution. Sheffield and Plymouth Universities both offer this course.

MA Events & Exhibition Management - This is a masters course which is generally open to those who have completed an undergraduate degree, although not necessarily in the same field. Entry requirements will differ with each institution. For this qualification the student will look at the key areas in more depth and be expected to produce high level papers.

Hospitality and Event Management FdA - Hospitality and events management are two areas which overlap in many respects, so studying both is an attractive prospect for many. One argument for opting for this course is that the student will cover a broader width of subjects, whilst other s will argue that the student will have a less comprehensive knowledge of each area than if they studied them specifically.

Events Management Foundation Degree - A foundation degree will appeal to those who want a higher education degree but may not have the confidence, academic prowess or the funding to complete a full degree course. Entry requirements are generally lower for foundation degrees.

Diploma in Event Management - Level 3 - Level 3 is the equivalent to A level in terms of the level of learning. Diplomas, however, are more vocational than as their A level cousins and not as academic. This is a suitable course for those who know what they want to do early on, or for those who want a course which feeds naturally into a degree course in the same area.

You might also be interested in studying Events Management from home?