Diploma of Event Management

Group of people at an event with a table of food.

Book your next career move in events management with this advanced training, and gain high level business skills in planning and project management, budgeting, leadership and risk management as well as event specific skills such as selecting venues, developing programs, processing and monitoring event registrations and managing event operations. 

If you love planning and organising, multitasking and deadlines, and enjoy working with people — a career in event management could be for you, and this is the course to get you there!

The Diploma of Event Management is perfect for anyone wanting to manage events, exhibitions or conferences in a range of settings and industries including the entertainment, tourism and travel, hospitality, sport, cultural, business and community sectors.

You'll gain high level business skills in planning and project management, budgeting, leadership and risk management as well as event specific skills such as selecting venues, developing programs, processing and monitoring event registrations and managing event operations. 

Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.

Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.

VET Student Loans (VSL)
Industry: Hospitality, Tourism and Events
National course code: SIT50322 | WA State ID: BHR6

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If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.

If your friends call you a born organiser then turn that natural talent into a career

The Diploma of Event Management will provide you with a range of events administration and operational skills, knowledge of event industry operations, sound knowledge of event management processes and a broad range of skills to coordinate event operations.

You will gain the confidence to work with some independence using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities. You will also be equipped to work independently and make operational event management decisions.

Events are diverse in nature and this qualification provides a pathway to work in events in a range of industries including tourism and travel, hospitality, sport, cultural, and community sectors

When you complete the Diploma of Event Management you will be able to work as an events/conference organiser or functions coordinator in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting, and tourism sectors.

Good news!

This course is going to transition to a new training package in 2024. This means that students starting in 2024 will enrol into new units developed to meet current and future industry needs.


The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.