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SIT50207 Diploma of Events

Event Management provides you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate events such as conferences, exhibitions and outdoor festivals. Units cover all aspects of event management including event preparation, marketing, operations and management to help ensure you can successfully host an event when you graduate. This course provides you with the practical experience and formal education to enter the events management industry.

Duration

40 Weeks

Locations

Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney

Start Dates

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Entry Requirement

Pre-requite for direct entry - Students are required to have completed a Certificate III in Events, Business, Tourism or other related area, or have paid or voluntary employment experience at an operational, coordination or management level in an events-related field.  

Course Structure

Stage 1     DEV 001

Unit CodeUnit of Competency
SITXADM004A  Plan and manage meeting
SITXEVT001A Develop and update event industry knowledge
SITXMGT006A  Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXOHS003A Indentify hazards and assess and control safety risks
BSBCMN205A Use business technology
SITXADM003A Write business documents
SITXEVT009A

Develop event concepts

Stage 2     DEV 002

Unit CodeUnit of Competency
SITXCCS003A Manage quality customer service
SITXEVT010A  Evaluate and address event regulatory requirements
SITXFIN003A Interpret financial information
SITXFIN004A Manage finances within a budget
SITXHRM005A Lead and manage people
BSBMGT507A 

Manage environmental performance

Stage 3     DEV 003

Unit CodeUnit of Competency
SITXEVT012A Select event venues and sites
SITXEVT017A Provide on-site event management services
SITXEVT004A Coordinate on-site event registrations
SITXEVT011A Develop crowd control plans and procedures
SITXEVT014A Develop conference programs
SITXEVT008A

Plan and develop event proposals and bids

Stage 4     DEV 004

Unit CodeUnit of Competency
SITXEVT013A Manage event staging
SITXEVT016A Organise and monitor event infrastructure
SITXMGT003A Manage projects
SITXEVT015A Manage exhibitions
SITXMGT002A Develop and implement operational plans

Please note:
Units displayed in each stage are in alphabetical order and not in order of course delivery.

 

Modes of study

This course is delivered in a classroom and if applicable in practical based environment with practical requirements simulated to reflect the real work situation. The delivery of training will include a mixture of classroom theory, practical delivery, group discussions, and individual research.

Delivery Methods

This course includes a variety of delivery methods including:

  • Demonstrations
  • Classroom Instructions
  • Practical Activity in a Commercial Workplace
  • Group Work
  • Practical Tasks
  • Projects or Case Studies
  • Guest speakers
  • One-to-one mentoring
  • Debates
  • Work based research tasks
  • Workshops
  • Computer based tasks

Assessment

This course includes a variety of assessment methods including:

  • Written assessments
  • One-on-one examinations
  • Written examinations
  • Teacher observation
  • Project work
  • Reflective work journals
  • Oral presentations
  • Class participation
  • Discussions
  • Role-plays
  • Physical demonstration
  • Debates
  • Performing practical tasks and
  • Student portfolio (including hand-outs, research notes, and readings) 

The Next Step

This course provides an excellent gateway into Carrick Higher Education Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and Tourism Management) degree.

Resources and Prescribed

Text
Book list will be issued during Orientation.

Fees and Funding

Carrick Institute of Education is a registered provider for VET FEE-HELP. If you are an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder, you may be eligible for Commonwealth assistance through VET FEE-HELP.
 Find out more

For the Fee for Service price, please contact Carrick  study@carrick.edu.au

The costs of text books, kits and materials are the responsibility of students and range from $0 - $1,000.

Information on booklists, kits and materials are issued by request or during Orientation.