This unit introduces students to the organisational and management responsibilities of developing and presenting a live performance event. At the completion of the unit, students should be able to explain and critique the processes involved in creating and building a live event, the technological requirements for small, medium and large scale productions, and the logistical requirements.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Park
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
BHO3406

Prerequisites

BHO2006 - Introduction to Tourism Hospitality and Events

The prerequisite does not apply to BBUS-BSPMUS Music Industry and BBNS-BMAMUS Music Industry students.

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Creatively apply the principles of event management for live performance events;  
  2. Conceptualise and plan a live performance event by justifying key decision-making with reference to analysis and evaluation of relevant principles and theories;  
  3. Collaborate on the delivery of a live performance event by identifying, securing and negotiating with various stakeholders;  
  4. Analyse and risk manage operational issues likely to influence the success of a live performance event; and  
  5. Critically evaluate a live performance event using industry and analytical methods to draw conclusions and/or recommendations.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Assignment Part 1: Event Concept Presentation 20%
Assignment Part 2: Developed Event Plan (1500 words or equivalent) 20%
Practicum Event implementation 30%
Report Event Report (2500 words or equivalent) 30%

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As part of a course

You can choose to study this unit as part of the following courses. Refer to the course page for information on how to structure your course to include this unit.

Course Study as part of
Bachelor of Business Event Management - Major
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Business Event Management - Major
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business Event Management - Major
Bachelor of Psychological Studies/Bachelor of Business Event Management - Major
Bachelor of Sport Management/Bachelor of Business Event Management - Major

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