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SIT50207 Diploma of Events

CRICOS Course Codes: SA 068842G, QLD 067889M, VIC 068007J

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.

VET FEE-HELP is available for eligible local students.

Duration

40 (CRICOS Duration 50 weeks)

Locations

Sydney (Domestic Students only)

Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne (International and Domestic students)

Start Dates

January, February, April, June and September

Pre-requite for Direct Entry

Students are required to have completed a Certificate III in Events, Business, Tourism or other related area, or have the equivalent relevant experience.  

Course Structure

Stage 1

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

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

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

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

Resources and Prescribed Text

  • Futura Australia training materials
  • Pearson Education Australia text books

The Next Step

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