C11038v8 Graduate Certificate in Event Management

Award(s): Graduate Certificate in Event Management (GradCertEvM)
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 24
Course EFTSL: 0.5
Location: City campus

Notes

This course is not offered to international students.

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 newcomers to event management and professionals seeking formal credentials. Opt for this course to access the latest theories and practices in event planning and management. Its distinctiveness lies in the blend of academic excellence and industry expertise, ensuring practical relevance.

Students acquire advanced organisational skills, strategic planning capabilities, and insights into current trends. Learning combines research-led content from top academics with real-world applications through industry guest lectures, case studies and projects with industry clients.

Course aims

The Graduate Certificate in Event Management is a good entry point for students wanting to strengthen their understanding of event management. The course introduces key theoretical concepts and practical issues impacting upon the design, planning, management and marketing of events.

Career options

Career options include festival organiser, conference organiser/meeting planner, charity event coordinator, sport event manager, exhibition organiser, venue manager and event creative assistant.

Course intended learning outcomes

1.1	Develop 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 project outcomes in a timely manner
3.1	Implement event management decisions to create positive outcomes for society and the environment
4.1	Use 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 one of the following:

Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent

A minimum of 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time, relevant post-secondary professional experience AND a general capacity to undertake tertiary education

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.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants who need to demonstrate work experience:

Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of service in one of the following formats:
- A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
- A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
- A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
- An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
- A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

The English proficiency requirement for 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.

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

There is no recognition of prior learning available for this course.

Course duration and attendance

The course can be completed in one year of part-time study.

Students who wish to undertake a full-time study load should apply for the Graduate Certificate in Business Immersion and Career Transition (C11300).

Course structure

Students must complete a total of 24 credit points made up of four core subjects.

Course completion requirements

STM91690 Core Subjects (GCEventM)		24cp
Total		24cp

Course program

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

Autumn commencing, part time
Year 1
Autumn session
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp
21959 Events for Impact and Legacy		6cp
Spring session
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21936 Event Management		6cp
Spring commencing, part time
Year 1
Spring session
21939 Event Creation Workshop		6cp
21936 Event Management		6cp
Year 2
Autumn session
21959 Events for Impact and Legacy		6cp
21895 Business and Social Impact		6cp

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Event Management, the Graduate Diploma in Event Management (C06017), and the Master of Event Management (C04285 or C04368).