What is a Diploma of Event Management?
Our Diploma of Event Management course gives you the business skills to manage and run large-scale events. You will learn how to generate creative and innovative events concepts for a business environment and learn how to execute these projects. You’ll gain industry experience while learning from those well established in your chosen career.
By completing a Diploma, you have the opportunity to move into a Bachelor of Business where you can specialise in Event Management, Marketing, Sports or Entrepreneurship.
APM College of Business and Communication courses are delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd, ABN 99 154 937 005, RTO 41343, CRICOS 03389E.
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Key Information
Where can I study
Where can I studyAdelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne
Available online. International students must not enrol into any more than a third or 33% of online subjects over their course and must study at least one subject that is face to face in each trimester. All face to face courses are also available for online mode of delivery. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided assurance that exceptions will be made to the usual face-to-face learning requirements.
Workload
Workload10 hours per subject, per week. International students on a student visa are required to study full time, i.e. the student must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year.
Why Torrens
It’s study that suits you, with flexible online delivery taught by leading industry experienced lecturers, to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to achieve your career goals.
FLEXIBILITY TO SUIT YOUR SCHEDULE
You control your workload, choose to study full-time, part-time, or accelerate your study to graduate sooner. You will always be supported, whether you are studying on-campus or online.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT WHEN YOU GRADUATE?
As a graduate you’ll have a wealth of career opportunities available to you:
- Conference Coordinator
- Event Coordinator
- Event Planner
- Event Sales Coordinator
- Exhibitions Coordinator
- In-House Meetings Coordinator
- Meetings Coordinator
- Venue Coordinator
SET FOR SUCCESS
We focus on giving you the skills and the knowledge to ensure your long-term success in your career or entrepreneurial venture. Our academics are highly qualified and include practising industry leaders, while our Success Coaches are available for industry coaching and strength capability. We will support you in every step of your study with us.
"I moved to Los Angeles literally the day after I graduated."
- Shayne Evans, Graduate of Bachelor of Business (Event Management)
"Since moving here I got a job as an Event & Talent manager. My job involves many high profile events and the management of the red carpet at the events. A huge amount of organisation is required, especially when it is a large event with many A-list celebrities."
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Course Overview
The Diploma of Event Management course is available on our Sydney and Brisbane campuses. It is also available as an online course and can be completed in one to two years, depending on your study options. This program has been specifically designed to provide graduates with a broad base of generalist marketing knowledge and skills suitable both for entry-level employment in marketing roles and/or as a platform for further specialised study at Bachelor level.
Learning Outcomes:
- Managing and running large-scale events
- Generate innovative event concepts
- Knowledge of marketing and strategy
- Business practice skills
- Understanding of the role of events in a business environment
- Industry experience
WHAT YOU'LL STUDY
To be awarded the Diploma of Event Management students will need to complete 80 credit points over 8 subjects as outlined in the Course Structure above. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points.
HOW YOU'LL STUDY
No matter where you study, you are welcome to access state-of-the-art campuses in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. We have designed our learning spaces to promote collaboration and engagement. All of our campuses are located in convenient and vibrant inner city neighborhoods.
DISCOVER YOUR CAMPUS
Success coaches are industry and education experts who want you to get the best leverage out of your natural talents.
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Fees & Scholarships
Find out more about course fees and financial support – and for personalised advice, just ask.
Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
If you are an eligible student you may choose to defer some, or all, of your tuition fees through FEE-HELP. And as we are a university you can also take advantage of no loan fees on FEE-HELP when you study with us.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
If you are an eligible student you may choose to defer some, or all, of your tuition fees through FEE-HELP. And as we are a university you can also take advantage of no loan fees on FEE-HELP when you study with us.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.Can I Apply
Before you get started with your course application, check you meet all the requirements listed below.
To be eligible for admission you must satisfy one of the entry requirements below:
Year 12 (or equivalent)
OR
Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.
OR
Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above.
OR
Work and Life Experience Entry
Demonstrated skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).
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GUARANTEED PATHWAY ENTRY
Successful completion of the Diploma of Event Management with Torrens University Australia will guarantee entry into the 2nd year of our Bachelor of Business programs including the Bachelor of Business (Event Management).
- Australia Year 12 or equivalent; and
- Academic IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent.
DOMESTIC ADMISSION CRITERIA
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
To be eligible for admission you must satisfy one of the entry requirements below:
Year 12 (or equivalent)
OR
Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.
OR
Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above.
OR
Work and Life Experience Entry
Demonstrated skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).
View full course admission information
GUARANTEED PATHWAY ENTRY
Successful completion of the Diploma of Event Management with Torrens University Australia will guarantee entry into the 2nd year of our Bachelor of Business programs including the Bachelor of Business (Event Management).
- Australia Year 12 or equivalent; and
- Academic IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent.
Ready To Apply
Applying to Torrens is easy. Pick your start date, decide how you’d like to study, then apply online or give us a call and we’ll do it for you.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSWe prepare international students with the skills and knowledge to be employment-ready, communicate and collaborate with diverse cultures and graduate with a perspective to gain global learning experiences.
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