OverviewAbout this course
Strengthen your event management skills and pursue senior management roles. Build your strategic leadership capabilities and maintain stakeholder relationships. Research event trends and manage event production, from conceptualisation to completion.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Research event trends and develop event concepts and feasibility
Manage event production from concept to completion
Develop, implement and monitor event management plans and budgets
Identify and manage risks and compliance requirements
Lead and manage people effectively
Establish and maintain work health and safety (WHS) systems
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited qualification at Advanced Diploma level
Experience planning and implementing real or simulated events including researching and developing event concepts and feasibility
Soft skills to help you excel, such as high-level concept thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution
Strategies to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders including clients, businesses, local government and suppliers
Strong pathways to further study, senior management positions and/or starting your own business
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
The ability to attend an interview prior to enrolment to determine your (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) LLN level
Note:
Before your first day of class, you must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and achieve a score of 20 across the five bands of literacy and 4 across one band of numeracy. This helps us to determine that your skills match the demands of the course, to direct you to an alternative study option or to provide you with the appropriate support for your success. Your teacher will let you know when this must be completed.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A passion for the events industry
A desire to consolidate your career in event management
Great people skills that can be used to enhance client relationships
Excellent time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure
Effective communication skills
Keen attention to detail
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: conference manager, event director, event producer, event or exhibition manager, functions or venue manager and project manager.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Advanced Diploma of Event Management does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Advanced Diploma of Event Management does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study6 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Advanced Diploma of Event Management qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 24 units of competency, including 17 core and 7 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Manage business riskBSBOPS504
Manage innovation and continuous improvementBSBSTR601
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainabilityBSBSUS511
Write complex documentsBSBWRT411
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TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
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Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 3 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
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