Diploma of Business (Event Management)

The Diploma of Business (Event Management) equips you with the essential business skills needed to plan and execute successful events of all types. You'll learn fundamental skills in event communications, operations management, and marketing practices from industry experts. This course offers a broad foundation of generalist business skills and knowledge, with six core subjects and two electives. The skills are directly applicable to event management but can also be used in any business setting. The program can be studied on campus or online, allowing you to tailor your learning to your lifestyle and career aspirations.

Curriculum

The Diploma of Business (Event Management) consists of 6 core subjects and 2 electives. Each subject requires approximately 10 hours of study per week, with three hours of facilitated learning and seven hours of self-directed study. Assessments include activity-based assignments or online quizzes, with no formal exams. The course is available both on campus and online.

1. Core Subjects
   • Academic and Business Communication SkillsBIZ106
   • Understanding Self and OthersBIZ107
   • The Business of EventsEVT102
   • Marketing in the Digital EraMKT105
   • The Business EnvironmentBIZ202
   • Industry Skills ProjectIND101A
2. Electives
   • Introduction to Sport ManagementSPO101

Careers

Upon graduation, you will possess the skills to professionally manage and execute large-scale events, working effectively both behind the scenes and during the event itself. The Diploma also provides a guaranteed pathway into the second year of our Bachelor of Business programs, where you can specialise further in areas like Event Management, Marketing, Sports, Entrepreneurship, Hospitality Management, or Hotel Management.

• Conference Coordinator
• Event Planner
• Event Sales Coordinator