C06017v9 Graduate Diploma in Event Management

Award(s): Graduate Diploma in Event Management (GradDipEvM)
CRICOS code: 046112A
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus

Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Other information

Overview

This course targets individuals aiming to excel in event management, offering a comprehensive understanding of the sector. Choose this course for its blend of theory and practice, taught by leading academics. Its distinctiveness lies in the real-world application of cutting-edge event management principles.

Students acquire practical skills for planning and executing diverse events, informed by the latest industry trends and issues. Learning occurs through a combination of research-led content and engagement with industry via guest lectures and case studies, ensuring a balance of academic rigor and practical relevance.

Course aims

The Graduate Diploma in Event Management is suitable for students wanting to strengthen their understanding of event management. The course provides theories, models and practical case studies in order to understand the complex nature of the events industry.

The course provides an avenue for students to apply theoretical and practical skills needed to operate within the events industry.

Career options

Graduates have the option of developing their careers in a variety of areas including festivals, exhibitions, sporting events, conferences/meetings, and charities. Additionally, graduates may wish to develop their careers in specialist-aligned areas such as event design/theming or venue management.

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Develop innovative solutions addressing community and business needs within an events context
2.1	Communicate clearly and effectively with a range of event stakeholders
2.2	Work effectively in teams to deliver negotiated project outcomes in a timely manner
3.1	Implement event management decisions to create positive outcomes for society and the environment
4.1	Apply advanced knowledge of event management concepts and technological skills to demonstrate professional expertise in event management
5.1	Critically evaluate professional practice to inform capabilities to work with and for Indigenous Australians across management professions

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)

International applicants with a completed bachelor's degree or higher qualification who do not meet the criteria above may be considered with:

Completed bachelor’s degree with more than 60% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included) AND a minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant post-degree professional experience

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT Exam) with an overall minimum score of 550

Graduate Record Examination (GRE General Test) with an overall minimum score of 307 with verbal 148 and quantitative 156.

Relevant professional experience refers to any current work experience in which you have developed skills, knowledge, and competencies directly related to the course for which you are applying. This includes roles such as managers, professionals, technicians, community, personal service, clerical, administrative, or sales workers across various industries.

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11038 Graduate Certificate in Event Management.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the UTS Business School Inherent Requirements Statement.

Recognition of prior learning

Students may be granted a maximum of four subject exemptions, of which two subjects can be approved from prior undergraduate study.

Course duration and attendance

The course duration is one year of full-time or two years of part-time study.

Course structure

Students must complete a total of 48 credit points made up of eight core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91689 Core Subjects (GDEventM)		48cp
Total		48cp

Course program

A typical course program is provided below, showing the recommended study sequence to ensure completion of the course within the expected duration.

Not all subjects are offered every session. Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.

Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp
21959 Events for Impact and Legacy		6cp
21930 Principles of Event Marketing		6cp
Spring session
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21936 Event Management		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
Spring session
21854 Creative Problem Solving		6cp
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21936 Event Management		6cp
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21930 Principles of Event Marketing		6cp
21959 Events for Impact and Legacy		6cp
21928 Managing Staff and Volunteers		6cp
21882 Legal Issues for Sports, Events and Not-for-Profits		6cp

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Event Management (C11038) or Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300), the Graduate Diploma in Event Management, and the Master of Event Management (C04285 or C04386).