Do you want an eventful career?
When you complete the Diploma of Event Management you will be able to work as an events/conference organiser or functions coordinator in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting, and tourism sectors.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to ensure successful events, including coordinating a diverse team, risk management, contingency planning, project management, working with sponsors, coordinating on-site operations, managing finances and budgets, and workplace health and safety.
This course is a VET Student Loan eligible course. A VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth and is only available to students who are eligible.
To find out if you are eligible or to see the list of eligible courses visit our Student Loans page.
School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
Attendance in class
This course is equivalent to 3 days per week across two semesters.
At-home study
As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 10Â hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
You will need to have the basic technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
Work placement
There is a requirement that some assessments will take place in industry however no other work placement is required.
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery (pen, USB &Â exercise book), a padlock for your locker and wear enclosed footwear. Students are also welcome to bring a laptop or tablet.
Uniform and equipment requirements
A uniform is a requirement for this course. This will be discussed at orientation.
 Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
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Study options and next steps
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