Diploma of Events

1 Year Full Time

Australia’s convention and event industry has been one of the fastest growing and contributes more than $8 billion to the national economy every year. Australia is developing a reputation as a destination that can bid for, manage and produce conventions and events of all shapes and sizes like the 2000 Olympics and the Rugby World Cup.

This diploma has been developed with industry and academic leaders in convention and event management. The program offers a balanced integration of theoretical study and practical training. Through our integrated work experience program, students also become familiar with the practicalities of working in the conventions and event industry in areas such as events management and convention, meetings and exhibitions management.

Students also undertake 36 industry work placement shifts as part of this course.

PATHWAYS TO A HIGHER DEGREE

Successful graduates of the Diploma of Events will qualify for entry into a Bachelor of Business at a higher education provider.

COURSE SUBJECTS SIT50207

DIP0011 Communication in Organistations
DIP0002 Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Management
DIP0003 Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality Marketing
DIP0004 Tourism Theories and Practices
DIP0005 Human Resource Management in Tourism and Hospitality
DIP0012 Financial Information for Decision Making
DIP0009 Events Management
DIP0010 Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions Management

AWARD RULES

Award Requirements

To be eligible for the Diploma of Events, a candidate shall complete all of the eight (8) course subjects listed.

Credit Transfer

Students who wish to have their AQF qualification and/or Statement of Attainment recognised must submit the documentary evidence before enrolment to the Admissions Department. Once the enrolment has been accepted, no further exemptions will be granted. Further details are available from the Admissions Department.

Intakes

January, April, July and October

(see fee schedule for yearly dates)

Notes
1. Subjects must be taken in the order that they are offered and at the discretion of the Management Committee.
2. The information above is correct at the time of publishing. However, all programs may be subject to ongoing review by the Management Committee.