Graduate Certificate in Event Management
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- Course Overview
- Course Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Event Management is designed for working professionals seeking a formal qualification, as well as students who wish to develop knowledge and skills relevant to the event sector.
This postgraduate qualification is designed to expose students to contemporary event management theories, concepts and skills that are the basis of successful events across a range of economic sectors.
Students will learn how to critically interpret and evaluate the impacts, trends and issues associated with event management, as well as how to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Event Management, students may be eligible to articulate (enter) into the second trimester of the ICMS Master of Event Management.
The course structure comprises 4 core subjects.
- Level 600: 4 core subjects
All subjects are worth 4 credit points.
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
- Critically interpret and evaluate the impacts, trends and issues associated with event management.
- Engage in independent research.
- Engage and communicate clearly with a diverse range of stakeholders associated with event management.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of key theoretical concepts underpinning the event industry.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of specialised management techniques underpinning the event industry.
Quick facts
- CRICOS Course Code: 097378G
- UAC Course Codes: 900160 & 900161
- Accreditation Status: Active
- AQF Level: 8
- Campus: Northern Beaches Campus, Manly | City Campus, Sydney | online
- Full-time Duration: 2 x Trimesters
- Industry Training: N/A
- Accelerated Duration: 1 x Trimester*
- FEE-Help: DFEE
- Study Mode: on-campus | online
- Start: Main Intakes: February, May, August | Mid-Term Intakes: March, June, October & December
- Annual Indicative Student Enrolments: 5 in 2022
* Due to COVID19 the accelerated study pattern is not available until September 2022
Career Options
- Conference/Meeting Organiser
- Event Manager/Coordinator
- Event Bidding and Procurement Professional
- Venue Manager
- Venue Sales Professional
- Exhibition Coordinator/Manager
- Business Development Manager
- PR/Media Manager for Events.
- Recommended
- Accelerated
- Part-time
- Year One
- Year One*
- Year One*
- Year Two
Trimester 1
Trimester 2
Trimester 3
Trimester 4
*Due to COVID19 the accelerated study pattern is not available until September 2022.
The course information on this website is indicative of a typical study pattern only and is subject to change. Enrolled students will be made aware of changes to their course structure or subjects. Not all subjects are offered every trimester. The Academic Consulting Office can assist you with subject selection and structuring your course. A typical full-time study load is between 6 and 8 subjects per year (an equivalent to 24 credit points).
How To Apply
- Read the course information carefully. Ensure the qualification aligns with your interests and career goals.
- Check the entry requirements. These will be different for domestic and international students.
- Complete the online application form directly or through one of international representatives, or via UAC (domestic students only).