Diploma of Business (Event Management)

The Diploma of Event Management provides you with the business skills needed to run large-scale events. It builds a foundation of knowledge on producing creative and innovative concepts within business environments as well as the best ways to execute these projects. An event management degree qualifies you to find employment in managing major events or gives you a pathway for continued study at bachelor level.

This event management course has been designed to provide you with a broad base of generalist skills and knowledge covering events, communication, marketing and management over eight core subjects. The course is available on campus or online so you can tailor your course to suit your lifestyle. Upon completion, you have the opportunity to move into a Bachelor of Business to earn a full event management degree. Learning outcomes

• Develop a grounding in event management business practices

• Understand how to successfully manage large-scale cultural and social activities

• Learn the art of promotion and how it directly ties into the success of an event

• Build awareness of legal requirements and other logistical issues

Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both

Areas of Study: Academic and business communication, business and corporations law , marketing in digital era, the business of events, the business environment, understanding self and others. Students can also choose electives in the areas of introduction to entrepreneurship, sales and negotiation strategies, sports marketing, venture ideation.

Career Opportunities: Conference coordinator, event planner, event sales coordinator, venue coordinator.