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    Quick Stats

    • Course code
      SIT50207
    • Location
      Dandenong , Frankston
    • Length
      Full Time

      1.5 years

    • Commencing
      February and July
    • How to Apply
      Full-time through VTAC; Part-time direct to Chisholm

    Diploma of Events

    The world of events awaits you! Complete this course and you'll have a detailed knowledge of the event management process. Plus, you develop skills in communication, planning and organising.

    What you need to know...

  • Possible Job Outcomes

      Professional conference organiser

      Exhibition and event management companies

      Sporting organisation event manager

      Events organiser

      Event Coordinator

  • Sample Units of Study

    SITXFSA001A - IMPLEMENT FOOD SAFETY PROCEDURES

    SITXEVT007A - Determine event feasibility

    SITXEVT012A - Select event venues and sites

    SITXCCS003A - Manage quality customer service

    SITXOHS003B - Identify hazards, and assess and control safety risks

    SITXEVT005A - Organise in-house events or functions

    SITXMGT006A - Establish and conduct business relationships

    SITXFIN003A - Interpret financial information

    SITXEVT013A - Manage event staging

    SITTTSL002A - Access and interpret product information

  • Costs

    Course fees can vary. Also, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. For more information check the FAQs and the 'Fees and charges' page on this website. Or you can call 1300 CHISHOLM (1300 244 746) or email us your enquiry

  • Notes

    While providing the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a broad range of event management and hospitality skills, this qualification also provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be a competent supervisor in any hospitality functional area.

    Graduates will possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and be able to use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work and/or the work of their team.

    Partipants use current industry event management software. Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate (RSA), coffeemaking and waiting skills and a structured industry placement at a prestigious venue to gain exposure to real event experience are also key components of this course.

    Entry requirements: Year 12 (VCE) or equivalent, or completion of Certificate III in Events or Certificate III in Hospitality.

    • Career Path

    Applying and Enrolling

    To enrol at Chisholm, you need to apply, and then be accepted. Procedures to apply for courses vary. A TAFE application may go through VTAC, for example. In other cases the application may be direct to Chisholm or through your employer or school.

    With a successful Chisholm Institute of TAFE application, in some cases,  you may need to attend an information session or submit a portfolio prior to completing your enrolment.

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