Diploma of Event Management

SIT50322

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use a broad range of event-related skills and sound knowledge of event management processes to coordinate event operations. They operate independently and make operational event management decisions.

Events are diverse in nature and this qualification provides a pathway to work for event or exhibition organisations operating in a range of industries, including the tourism and travel, hospitality, sport, cultural, and community sectors.

The diversity of employers includes event or exhibition management companies, event venues, or organisations that organise their own events. Work could be undertaken in an office environment where the planning of events takes place, on-site at venues where events are staged or a combination of both.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Boost (general)
      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Coordinate marketing activities Core
Enhance customer service experiences Core
Establish and conduct business relationships Core
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks Core
Lead and manage people Core
Manage event production components Core
Manage finances within a budget Core
Manage on-site event operations Core
Manage projects Core
Plan and implement sales activities Core
Prepare and present proposals Core
Recruit, select and induct staff Core
Source and use information on the events industry Core
Address protocol requirements Elective
Administer event registrations Elective
Analyse performance of social media and online business tools Elective
Assess marketing opportunities Elective
Build and maintain business relationships Elective
Compile production schedules Elective
Contribute to cyber security incident responses Elective
Coordinate installation and dismantling of exhibitions Elective
Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials Elective
Create a promotional display or stand Elective
Design and produce complex spreadsheets Elective
Develop an ecommerce strategy Elective
Develop and maintain production documents Elective
Develop and manage social media and online strategies Elective
Develop conference and event programs Elective
Develop crowd management plans Elective
Develop event concepts Elective
Develop event transport plans Elective
Develop multi-venue event plans Elective
Develop public relations campaigns Elective
Develop public relations documents Elective
Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures Elective
Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law Elective
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices Elective
Incorporate creative and technical needs into management processes Elective
Interpret financial information Elective
Lead diversity and inclusion Elective
Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms Elective
Make presentations Elective
Manage bump in and bump out of shows Elective
Manage business operational plans Elective
Manage business risk Elective
Manage conflict Elective
Manage front of house services Elective
Manage market research Elective
Manage meetings Elective
Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting Elective
Manage volunteers Elective
Market new business ventures Elective
Monitor staff performance Elective
Obtain and manage sponsorship Elective
Organise and facilitate rehearsals Elective
Organise event infrastructure Elective
Plan and allocate exhibition space Elective
Plan and monitor direct marketing activities Elective
Plan in-house events Elective
Prepare and monitor budgets Elective
Process financial transactions Elective
Produce computer-aided drawings Elective
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices Elective
Recruit and manage exhibitors Elective
Report on financial activity Elective
Research and develop business plans Elective
Research event industry trends and practice Elective
Respond to a customer in crisis Elective
Roster staff Elective
Select event venues and sites Elective
Use a computerised booking system Elective
Write complex documents Elective

Job prospects

The Diploma of Event Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Conference and Event Organiser

    ANZSCO 149311

    Plan, organise and run conferences, events and functions.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Diploma of Event Management

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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