Course Description
Career Opportunities
Course Duration
Course Commencement Dates
Entrance Requirements
Application Procedures
Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Pathways to Further Study
Course Outline
Assessment Methods
Materials
Qualification

Diploma of Events

Diploma of Events
National Code: SIT50207

Course Location and Contact Information

Course Description

The course aims to provide participants with practical and theoretical knowledge in the dual areas of event management and operations management.

Visits and inspections of tourism operations in Melbourne and regional Victoria complement the first year course structure. In addition, practical event experience is gained through involvement with guest information and registration and the coordination of an event.

The practical learning environment is enhanced through active participation with event organisers in developing plans and realising events as well as researching current industry trends.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course may gain employment as:

Information Officers & Booking Agents
Small Business Office Staff – Receptionists
Conference Guest Reservations Consultants
Assistants to Meetings & Events Coordinators
Conference, Meeting & Event Coordinators
Event Team Leaders/Supervisors
Event Operations Managers
Independent Event/Meetings Organisers (Local Government, Community Groups)
Event Managers - Convention Centre, Hotel, Theatre)

Course Duration

Full-time: 18 Months

Course Commencement Dates

February and July.

Entrance Requirements

There are two ways to apply for entrance into the course. (see Application Procedures)

Application Procedures

1. Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)
VTAC entrance requirements and guidelines apply (see VTAC Guide) for applicants who have completed Year 12 or its equivalent. Current Year 12 student entrance is based on a review of the Tourism Department Supplementary Pre-Selection Application Form and Enter Score.

Applicants are encouraged to nominate NMIT as their first preference (NMIT code 69181).

Applicants will be notified in January, with details of enrolment dates.

2. Direct Applications
The Tourism Department welcomes direct applications for this course. Applicants enrol in the first year Certificate III course which represents the first year of the Diploma course. Upon successful completion, students may apply to enter into the second year of the Diploma course. Direct applicants must obtain, complete and forward to the department the Tourism Department Preselection Application Form.

Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers

Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.

Pathways to Further Study

Students who wish to continue their studies can articulate into the Advanced Diploma of Tourism at NMIT and obtain that qualification after successfully completing the required units. A further six months of study is required to obtain this qualification.

Students who wish to continue their studies at university after successfully completing diploma/advanced diploma qualifications are eligible to articulate to a university course and obtain substantial credits toward a tourism degree program. NMIT graduates are currently continuing their studies at a range of universities in Victoria.

Completing a diploma/advanced diploma program at NMIT prior to commencing a university degree program is a wise decision as considerable (HECS) savings are achieved by obtaining substantial (diploma/advanced diploma) credits.

Course Outline

Diploma of Events - National Code: SIT50207

Course Outline

THTSOP03B Access & Interpret Product Information (65 hrs)
THTSOP07B Book & Coordinate Supplier Services (20 hrs)
THHGTR01B Coach Others in Job Skills (20 hrs)
THHGGA01B Communicate on Telephone (10 hrs)
THTFME01B Coordinate Guest/Delegate Registration at Venue (40 hrs)
THTSMA02B Create a Promotional Display/Stand (30 hrs)
THHGCS03B Deal with Conflict Situations (20 hrs)
THHGLE03B Develop & Implement Operational Plans (50 hrs)
THTFME03A Develop & Update Event Industry Knowledge (25 hrs)
THHGCS01B Develop & Update Local Knowledge (10 hrs)
THTTCO01B Develop & Update Tourism Industry Knowledge (25 hrs)
THHGLE20B Develop and Update the Legal Knowledge Required for Business Compliance (80 hrs)
THHGCSO8B Establish & Conduct Business Relationships (60 hrs)
THHGLE04B Establish and Maintain a Safe and Secure Workplace (30 hrs)
THHCOR03B Follow Health, Safety and Security Procedures (5 hrs)
THHGLE02B Implement Workplace Health, Safety and Security Procedures (30 hrs)
THHGFA06A Interpret Financial Information (60 hrs)
THHGLE08B Lead & Manage People (60 hrs)
THHGLE13B Manage Finances within a Budget (30 hrs)
THHGGA09B Manage Projects (60 hrs)
THHGLE11B Manage Quality Customer Service (30 hrs)
THHGLE01B Monitor Work Ops (30 hrs)
THHGGA02B Perform Office Procedures (20 hrs)
THHGLE14B Prepare and Monitor Budgets (30 hrs)
THHGGA04B Prepare Business Documents (25 hrs)
THTSOP05B Prepare Quotations (30 hrs)
THTSOP15B Process & Monitor Event Registration (60 hrs)

BSBCMN213A Produce Simple Word Processed Documents (60 hrs)
THHGCS02B Promote Products and Services to Clients (45 hrs)
THTSOP04B Sell Tourism Products and Services (35 hrs)
THTSOP02B Source & Provide Destination Information (85 hrs)
BSBCMN205A Use Business Technology (30 hrs)
THHCOR02B Work in Socially Diverse Environment (20 hrs)
THHCOR01B Work with Colleagues & Customers (20 hrs)
THTPPD10B Develop & Implement Sponsorship Plans (30 hrs)
THTFME04A Develop an Event Concept (30 hrs)
THTPPD09B Develop Conference Programs (30 hrs)
THTFMEO8A Integrate Technology into the Event Management Process (60 hrs)

THTFME06A Manage Event Contractors (40 hrs)
THTGLE22A Manage Risk (60 hrs)
THTFME07A Organise & Monitor Infrastructure for Outdoor Events (40 hrs)
THTPPD08B Plan & Develop Event Proposals and Bids (40 hrs)
THHGFA01B Process Financial Transactions (25 hrs)
FME02B Provide Onsite Event Management Services (60 hrs)
THTFME05A Select Event Venues & Sites (35 hrs)

Wine Tourism units FDFCDSEWB Evaluate Wines (standard) (40 hrs)
FDFCDSWHB Coordinate Winery Hospitality Activities (40 hrs)
CDSWT1B Promote Wine Tourism Information (60 hrs)
THHBFB09B Responsible Service of Alcohol (10 hrs)

Total Hours - 1830

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods have been designed to complement the learning outcomes. Assessments are ongoing and can occur during class hours, therefore 100% attendance is expected, except in the case of illness where special consideration is granted.
Assessment methods include but are not restricted to:

• reports and case studies
• group activities
• verbal and written reports
• discussions and role plays
• practical exercises
• computer simulations
• tests/exams.

Materials

Materials Levy - To be confirmed at enrolment.
Industry Activities/Entrance Fees - To be confirmed at enrolment.

Qualification

As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion of Semester 1students will be awarded the Certificate III in Meetings and Events.

On successful completition of the whole course students will be awarded the Diploma of Events.

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