This course will teach you practical skills and knowledge to coordinate events such as conferences, exhibitions and outdoor festivals. You will develop your knowledge of the events industry and acquire a range of management, budgetary and event-specific skills including:

• selection of appropriate venues
• development of event concepts
• IT skills for events
• risk management
• operational planning
• event-specific project management

This course provides you with the practical experience and formal education to enter the dynamic event management industry.

• Location:
  Werribee and Industry
• Faculty:
  Faculty of Technical and Trades Innovation
• School:
  School of Service Industries
• Study mode:
  Full Time
• Delivery mode:
  Class Contact, On campus, Industry and Apprenticeship
• Course code:
  SIT50207
• Duration:
  1.5 years
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• event coordinators
• venue coordinators
• conference coordinators
• exhibitions coordinators
• catering coordinators

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a broad range of event management skills, including significant communication, planning and organisational skills. This is underpinned by a detailed knowledge of the event management process.

• Plan and Manage Meetings

  Unit code

  SITXADM004A

• Manage Quality Customer Service

  Unit code

  SITXCCS003A

• Develop and Update Event Industry Knowledge

  Unit code

  SITXEVT001B

• Evaluate and Address Event Regulatory Requirements

  Unit code

  SITXEVT010B

• Select Event Venues and Sites

  Unit code

  SITXEVT012A

• Manage Event Staging

  Unit code

  SITXEVT013A

• Provide on-Site Event Management Services

  Unit code

  SITXEVT017B

• Interpret Financial Information

  Unit code

  SITXFIN003A

• Manage Finances Within a Budget

  Unit code

  SITXFIN004A

• Lead and Manage People

  Unit code

  SITXHRM005A

• Manage Projects

  Unit code

  SITXMGT003A

• Establish and Conduct Business Relationships

  Unit code

  SITXMGT006A

• Identify Hazards, and Assess and Control Safety Risks

  Unit code

  SITXOHS003B

• Use Business Technology

  Unit code

  BSBCMN205A

• Coordinate on-Site Event Registrations

  Unit code

  SITXEVT004B

• Plan and Develop Event Proposals and Bids

  Unit code

  SITXEVT008A

• Develop Event Concepts

  Unit code

  SITXEVT009A

• Develop Crowd Control Plans and Procedures

  Unit code

  SITXEVT011A

• Develop Conference Programs

  Unit code

  SITXEVT014A

• Manage Volunteers

  Unit code

  SITXHRM004A

• Organise and Monitor Event Infrastructure

  Unit code

  SITXEVT016B

• Obtain and Manage Sponsorship

  Unit code

  SITXFIN006A

• Develop and Maintain Community / Stakeholder Relationships

  Unit code

  CULLB510B

• Write Business Documents

  Unit code

  SITXADM003A

• Follow Workplace Hygiene Procedures

  Unit code

  SITXOHS002A

• Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol

  Unit code

  SITHFAB009A

• Evaluate Marketing Opportunities

  Unit code

  BSBMKG501A

• Establish and Adjust the Marketing Mix

  Unit code

  BSBMKG502A

• Implement a Marketing Solution

  Unit code

  BSBMKG504A

• Review Marketing Performance

  Unit code

  BSBMKG505A

• Manage Human Resource Management Information Systems

  Unit code

  BSBHR502A

• Manage Performance Management Systems

  Unit code

  BSBHR503A

• Manage Industrial Relations Policies and Processes

  Unit code

  BSBHR504A

• Manage Remuneration and Employee Benefits

  Unit code

  BSBHR505A

• Manage Recruitment, Selection and Induction Processes

  Unit code

  BSBHR506A

• Manage Separation / Termination

  Unit code

  BSBHR507A

• Create a Promotional Display or Stand

  Unit code

  SITXMPR002A

• Coordinate Marketing Activities

  Unit code

  SITXMPR004A

• Coordinate Production of Brochures and Marketing Materials

  Unit code

  SITXMPR001A

• Make Presentations

  Unit code

  SITXCOM005A

• Provide Event Staging Support

  Unit code

  SITXEVT002B

• Process and Monitor Event Registrations

  Unit code

  SITXEVT003B

• Organise in-House Events or Functions

  Unit code

  SITXEVT005B

• Determine Event Feasibility

  Unit code

  SITXEVT007B

• Manage Exhibitions

  Unit code

  SITXEVT015B

• Prepare and Monitor Budgets

  Unit code

  SITXFIN005A

• Develop and Update Legal Knowledge Required for Business Compliance

  Unit code

  SITXGLC001A

• Coach Others in Job Skills

  Unit code

  SITXHRM001A

• Roster Staff

  Unit code

  SITXHRM003A

• Monitor Staff Performance

  Unit code

  SITXHRM006A

• Monitor Work Operations

  Unit code

  SITXMGT001A

• Recruit, Select and Induct Staff

  Unit code

  SITXHRM002A

• Implement and Monitor Workplace Health, Safety and Security Practices

  Unit code

  SITXOHS004B

• Develop and Implement Operational Plans

  Unit code

  SITXMGT002A

• Implement and Monitor Workplace Health, Safety and Security Practices

  Unit code

  SITXOHS004A

To achieve a Diploma of Events, 24 units must be completed: • all 14 core units • 10 elective units which may be selected from the elective list in the qualification or from any endorsed Training Package. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification.

There are two alternative pathways for entry into the Diploma of Events. The candidate must either: 1. Have achieved a Certificate III qualification in an events-related area. Certificate III qualifications which are particularly relevant include those in the areas of: • business • entertainment • hospitality • museums and libraries • music • sport and recreation • tourism OR 2. Have paid or voluntary employment experience at an operational, coordination or management level in an events-related field. A current or previous job role that involves or has involved the application of skills and knowledge relevant to the staging and management of functions and events would be appropriate. As a minimum, employment experience must reflect the breadth, depth and complexity of a qualification at Certificate III level, as defined in the AQF guidelines. The duration of this Diploma course is 1.5 years including the Certificate III in Events.

• TAFE: Not applicable
• Year 12: Successful completion of VCE/VCAL or equivalent
• International: Successful completion of VCE/VCAL or equivalent IELTS level
• Mature: Successful completion of VCE/VCAL or equivalent or relevant experience in the industry. IELTS level
• Other: Successful completion of Certificate III in Events or relevant experience in the industry.