Higher Certificate in Events Management

Introduction

The Events and Conferencing industries are dynamic industries which are continually evolving, thereby contributing to new venture creation and employment opportunities. The Events and Conferencing industries are multi-faceted, service driven, requiring highly skilled and knowledgeable employees.

The qualification, through the provision of academic and work-integrated learning opportunities provides learners with a competitive edge. These opportunities expose learners to the creative and business aspects of Events Management providing a foundation for learners to enter employment with applicable skills and relevant knowledge.

What will I learn?

• How to analyse and apply event marketing strategies.
• To plan, coordinate and manage event operations and logistics for various types of events.
• Prepare, control, manage and evaluate business systems including cash handling, budgeting, cost control mechanisms, pricing of products and inventory control.
• Design, organise and coordinate Public Relations and Media activities.
• Produce and communicate information using a variety of formats and technologies appropriate for the events industry.