Lara Barlag: The event queen of Münster who enlivens the campus!

Lara Barlag: The event queen of Münster who enlivens the campus!

The University of Münster offers a wide range of training to become an event manager, which arouses great interest. Lara Barlag, currently training in college sports at the university, is an impressive example of the opportunities this profession offers. She works in the “Campus Café”, where she is responsible for organizing the café operations and actively participates in event management. Your day-to-day work includes coordinating around 30 student employees and planning several events on campus.

Today Lara checked the order for drinks for a private beach volleyball tournament from a company in Münster. The refrigerator with the drinks ordered was provided at the customer's request. She is also responsible for preparing “kuluris” – filled bagels – for the tournament. During the quieter semester breaks, Lara can regularly be found in the café, where only two employees are on duty. She visits the cafe at least once a day to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Insight into the training

Training to become an event manager at the University of Münster is seen by many as a promising path into the event industry. The training position will be offered on September 1, 2026 and includes three years of training with an introductory phase in university sports management. The event management department specializes in the organization, planning and implementation of sports-related events, ranging from small projects to large events with up to 4,000 participants.

As part of the training, trainees acquire extensive skills in calculation and procurement processes as well as in the legal regulations of event management. The requirements include a good secondary school leaving certificate as well as good grades in mathematics, German and sports. In addition, communication and social skills, a sense of responsibility and organizational skills are necessary to be successful in this dynamic environment.

Career opportunities in event management

The event industry is a growing market with enormous career opportunities. Event managers work behind the scenes at all types of events, including festivals, trade fairs and concerts. The tasks range from designing event concepts to coordinating all processes during the events. According to the findings of [eventmanagement-studieren.de], the career prospects are excellent as the industry generates billions in sales and is constantly growing.

The training not only offers valuable practical experience, but also opportunities for internships abroad and additional qualifications. During their training, learners benefit from internal training and a “trainee fit program” that promotes a balanced everyday life. The salary starts at €1,236.82 gross in the first year and there is a good chance of being taken on after completing the training. The application deadline for the upcoming training round is September 30, 2025, and those interested can apply using an online application form.

With her commitment, Lara is already planning her future in concert and tour planning, an area in which she would like to make the most of the knowledge she has acquired. The positive experiences from their training reflect the quality and diversity of acquiring skills in event management, which the University of Münster also offers through its comprehensive training.