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ICCAUni – the Global Academic Network for Business Events

ICCA proudly presents ICCAUni – the home of the ICCA academic community - designed to elevate the academic experience and foster collaboration between academia and the events industry. With a focus on innovation, education, and mentorship, ICCAUni is poised to shape the future leaders of the meetings and events sector.

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ICCAUni Foundations

  • Data Sharing: collaborate on research projects, share insights, and contribute to the growth of the events industry.
  • Mentorship and Education: foster mentorship relationships, provide educational resources, and shape the future leaders of the industry.
  • Networking and Collaboration: build a global network of academia, industry professionals, and students for collaborative initiatives. 

Membership benefits at a glance

  • 2 Full Scholarships annually for the ICCA Annual Congress including registration fee, economy class travel and accommodation.
  • Exclusive access to ICCA's extensive database, resources, white papers, and reports.​

Opportunities for scholarship students

  • Mentorship programmes for scholarship students lasting a year after the Congress.
  • Engaging in research projects and hands-on experiences at ICCA Congress.
  • Potential for internship placements and job opportunities for graduates within member organisations.
  • Participation in ICCA events and activities at special rates for professors and students.

What's in it for universities and colleges

  • Enhanced Visibility: showcase your institution as a key player in shaping the future of the events industry.
  • Research Opportunities: engage in impactful research projects and contribute to the industry's knowledge base.
  • Global Collaboration: connect with like-minded institutions globally, opening avenues for international collaboration.

 

CONTACT YOUR REGIONAL DIRECTOR

 

 

Dr. James Musgrave

Dr. James Musgrave

Head at UK Centre for Events Management

“ICCA has a strong sense of community, that is strategic and critical in its thinking. It’s only natural that ICCA extends this community to Higher Education Institutions, building innovation and resilience within future event professionals."

Keiko Nishimoto

Keiko Nishimoto, PhD, CMP

Professor, RBS (Ritsumeikan Business School)

"Welcome to ICCAUni community. I worked for PCOs for 20 years and now moved to the academic sector, and I always believe that University should play a critical role in shaping the future of meetings industry. This is possible only if we unite, so please join ICCA and be a part of this dynamic movement - let's shape the world together.​"

Kim Werner

Kim Werner

Professor, Hochschule Osnabrueck

"The ICCA[Uni] community serves as a valuable platform for me to establish connections with event professionals from all over the world. This engagement not only opens up great networking opportunities but also enriches my understanding of the current operational debates and the everyday challenges prevalent within our industry. These insights can then be brought back to the classroom and into our academic curriculum, fostering enriched discussions with our students. The ICCA community also facilitates my interaction with other scholars and lecturers in event management and thus enables the exchange of teaching experiences and the latest, innovative research findings. And our students love the two ICCA scholarships each year to attend the annual ICCA congress since it offers them a unique chance to acquire firsthand experience and insights from well-known professionals in the field, which significantly enhances their learning journey and professional development.