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National code: SIT50322 | CRICOS Code: 112057G
Diploma of Event Management
OverviewAbout this course
The Diploma of Event Management will strengthen your event skills and knowledge and prepare you for an exciting career as an event or conference coordinator, festival project coordinator, or function coordinator in a diverse global events industry.
Learn a range of management, budget and event-specific skills, including conflict resolution, effective communication, concept thinking and problem solving. Understand how to choose appropriate venues and learn project management and planning strategies to help you succeed.
When you study Diploma of Event Management with TAFE NSW, you will gain a broad range of skills to cover all aspects of running an event and have the opportunity to specialise in conferences or community events.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learn new skills
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Lead and manage people
- Establish and conduct business relationships
- Manage finances and work within a budget
- Analyse event needs
- Manage event sponsorship
- Enhance customer service experiences
- Manage event staging components and on-site operations
- Source and use information on the events industry
Gain practical experience
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Managing an event from start to completion
- Event registrations
- Production schedules
- Creative collaboration
- Social media and marketing activities
- Hazard management and risk control
- Meeting regulatory requirements
Develop your professional confidence
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Organisation and time management skills
- Collaborative spirit
- Initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude
- Attention to detail and pride in work
Career pathways
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:
- Conference Coordinator
- Event or Exhibition Coordinator
- Event or Exhibition Planner
- Event Sales Coordinator
- Festival Project Coordinator
- Function Coordinator
- Staging Coordinator
- Venue Coordinator
SuitabilityInternational entry requirements
At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
- Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
Additional Requirements:
- The NSW Liquor and Gaming regulations require students to be 18 years of age or older if they are undertaking units that involve the service of alcohol and/or gaming operations.
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- A desire to progress your career in event management
- A passion for working with people
- Intermediate literacy and numeracy skills
- Good computing skills with experience using the Microsoft Office suite
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated time management skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
The NSW Liquor and Gaming regulations require students to be at least 18 years old if they undertake units that involve the service of alcohol and/or gaming operations.
You need to be at least 18 years old to complete the electives below:
RSA and RCG
- Provide responsible service of alcohol (RSA)
- Provide responsible gambling services (RCG)
Students who complete the RSA and RCG electives will receive a competency card from NSW Liquor and Gaming, allowing you to serve or supply alcohol and/or work with gaming machines.
Fees and locationsStarting dates, course fees and locations
As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | Feb | $14,160 AUD |
| Northern Beaches | Feb, Jul | $14,160 AUD |
| Ryde | Feb | $14,160 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $14,160 AUD |
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | Feb, Jul | $14,730 AUD |
| Northern Beaches | Feb, Jul | $14,730 AUD |
| Ryde | Feb, Jul | $14,730 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $14,730 AUD |
Additional costs
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.
Structure and unitsWhat you will study
At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.
13 core units 7 elective units, consisting of 4 units from Group A, 3 units from Group A, Group B, elsewhere in the SIT Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
Core units are the required units that you must complete.
Source and use information on the events industrySITEEVT020
Manage event production componentsSITEEVT026
Manage on-site event operationsSITEEVT028
Enhance customer service experiencesSITXCCS015
Manage finances within a budgetSITXFIN009
Lead and manage peopleSITXHRM009
Recruit, select and induct staffSITXHRM010
Establish and conduct business relationshipsSITXMGT005
Manage projectsSITXMGT006
Plan and implement sales activitiesSITXMPR011
PathwaysContinue your studies
At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:
Vocational study pathway
Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW degree pathway
From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways
TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.
Other university pathways
You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.
Keep learning with TAFE NSW
Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW Events Management study pathway:
At TAFE NSW Ultimo
- If you apply for a package of Diploma of Event Management and Advanced Diploma of Event Management you will receive credits towards the Advanced Diploma of Event Management. These credits will not reduce the duration of the Advanced Diploma of Event Management.
ServicesCampus facilities and support services
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
- Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning - an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
We're here to help
If you have more questions about your course choice or study plans contact us today.
Contact TAFE NSW International