Diploma of Event Management
- National Course Code: SIT50316
- TAFE NSW code: SIT50316-01V01-21WCN-025
Western NSW multiple locations: Connected
Armidale, Bathurst, Bourke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Boggabilla, Coonabarabran, Coomealla, Cobar, Condobolin, Coonamble, Cowra, Dubbo, Dunedoo, Dareton, Forbes, Glen Innes, Gunnedah, Gilgandra, Grenfell, Inverell, Lake Cargelligo, Lightning Ridge, Lithgow, Moree, Menindee, Mudgee, Narrabri, Nyngan, Orange, Parkes, Quirindi CLC, Tamworth, Tenterfield, Walgett, Warren, Wellington, Wilcannia
Study Type
Part Time Day
Course Start Date
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Study Commitment
13.7 Hours per week
Duration
2 Years
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
- VET Student Loans Available
Course Details
The nationally recognised Diploma of Event Management will give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an events coordinator. Learn to confidently coordinate events, strengthen your interpersonal skills and choose your events specialty with this engaging TAFE NSW course.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through theory and practical course work, you will learn to:
- Analyse and respond to event needs
- Develop production schedules
- Lead and manage people
- Manage event staging, sponsorship and operations
- Manage finances within a budget
- Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Stand out in the job market by developing a range of key soft skills, including:
- Excellent communication skills
- Organisation and efficiency
- Collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude
- Attention to detail
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will provide you with:
- A nationally accredited qualification at Diploma level
- Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
Career opportunities:
- Conference coordinator
- Event or exhibition planner
- Event sales coordinator
- Festival project coordinator
- Function coordinator
- Staging coordinator
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your events expertise to the next level with:
- Advanced Diploma of Events Management
- Diploma of Hospitality Management
- Diploma of Tourism
- Diploma of Business (or similar)
INDUSTRY DEMAND
Event and conference organisers work in a range of industries all over Australia. According to the Australian Government Job Outlook, the number of conference and event organisers employed in Australia has grown significantly over the last five years from 25,800 in 2014 to 40,300 in 2019.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol in this course now.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- An interest in the event industry
- A desire to progress your career in event management
- Intermediate literacy and numeracy skills
- Good computing skills with experience using the Microsoft Office Suite
- Great written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To successfully complete this course, you will need to complete activities and assessments in your own time. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however students must be over 17 years of age to meet Liquor and gaming requirements to undertake the RSA training. Students must be over 18 years to sell and provide alcoholic beverages.
There is no formalised work placement for this course however you will need to volunteer at local events to complete some assessment tasks. This includes activities such as working on the registration or ticket desk, helping provide event staging support and managing onsite event operations.
To register for an information session, head to tafensw.edu.au/infofest. Students who cannot attend the Information Session please make an online enquiry or contact us on 131 601 for more information about the course!
INFORMATION SESSIONS
There are no information sessions currently scheduled for this course
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part-time day blended course. You will need to attend approximately 4 hours of class, over 1 day a week, for 2 years. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 9.7 hours of other study per week.
You may also be required to complete approximately 5.2 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation and research.
This course is offered by Connected Classroom. This is just like a regular classroom, but teachers and students use the latest video conferencing technologies.
Your teacher can be in one TAFE location, and you can join the class from another TAFE location using video conferencing equipment or a mobile device. You can also join in from a venue in a participating regional community. You will be able to see and talk to your teacher and other students as though they were in the room with you. You will also have access to support to meet your learning needs.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who would like a pathway to work in organisations such as event planners, function facilities, exhibition organisers, local council event departments, corporate event departments, sports, tourism and wedding planners.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID-19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Monday from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
PAYMENT OPTIONS AND ASSISTANCE
This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL). If you meet the VSL eligibility and academic suitability requirements, you are able to apply to the Commonwealth for a loan to cover all or part of your course fee. We will ask you whether you would like to apply for a VET Student Loan when you enrol and advise you of the process.
To complete your VET Student Loan application, you will need to provide:
- Your Tax File Number (TFN). If you dont have a TFN, click here for information on how to apply for one. You can complete your loan application with a Certificate of Application for a TFN, but must provide your TFN as soon as it is issued. If you dont provide your TFN before your first census day, you will need to pay the tuition fees for that unit of study.
- Your Commonwealth Higher Education Student Support Number (CHESSN) ). If you have previously accessed a loan via the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP), either at TAFE or university, you will already have a CHESSN. You must use the same CHESSN whenever you access a student loan. If you dont have CHESSN, we will allocate one on your behalf.
- A copy of your Australian Year 12 Certificate; OR
- A copy of a certificate showing that you have been awarded a qualification at level 4 or above in the Australian Qualifications Framework (where the language of instruction was English). If you previously completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification at TAFE NSW, just let us know where and when you studied in your application; OR
- Display competence at Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy test. We will let you know if this is required once you apply.
Find out more about VET Student Loans
Direct payment by Unit of Study instalments is available for this course.
The Units of Study and associated fees for this course are detailed above. Fees are charged on the census day for each Unit of Study. To secure a loan for part or all of your course, you must be eligible and submit a valid application to the Commonwealth for a VET Student Loan. You may withdraw prior to the census date without incurring a fee.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
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Enquire now and we will contact you when enrolments open. Visit our Online Courses to view our range of study options that you can start anytime.
Blended learning provides students with access to a wide range of courses and training opportunities from a local TAFE NSW campus or from home.
Blended learning combines online, web/video conferencing, and workshops including:
Online
Study using the TAFE Digital online learning platform.
Connected learning on campus
Connected learning enables you to attend your nearest TAFE NSW campus to participate in scheduled video
conference classes with your teacher and other students located around the state.
Mobile training units
Mobile training units can be mobilised across many TAFE NSW locations and enable you to access teachers and
specialised equipment and resources required on training days.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| SITEEVT001 | Source and use information on the events industry |
| SITEEVT003 | Coordinate on-site event registrations |
| SITEEVT008 | Manage event staging components |
| SITEEVT010 | Manage on-site event operations |
| SITXCCS007 | Enhance customer service experiences |
| SITXFIN003 | Manage finances within a budget |
| SITXHRM003 | Lead and manage people |
| SITXMGT001 | Monitor work operations |
| SITXMGT002 | Establish and conduct business relationships |
| SITXMGT003 | Manage projects |
| SITXWHS002 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents |
| SITEEVT002 | Process and monitor event registrations |
| SITEEVT005 | Plan in-house events or functions |
| SITEEVT007 | Select event venues and sites |
| SITEEVT009 | Organise event infrastructure |
| SITXEBS002 | Develop, implement and monitor the use of social media in a business |
| SITXGLC001 | Research and comply with regulatory requirements |
| SITXHRM005 | Manage volunteers |
| SITXMPR004 | Coordinate marketing activities |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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