Overview

Learn to plan and deliver exciting experiences across music, tourism, and hospitality with a Diploma of Event Management. Gain valuable operation and management skills to supervise on-site events and budgets. Our course offers real-industry experience so you can graduate with confidence and walk right into a job as an event coordinator across a wide range of industries.

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

  • Nationally recognised training
    Nationally recognised training
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Skills you’ll learn

  • Communication
  • Planning
  • Finance
  • Generate ideas
  • Plan events

Your career opportunities

  • Conference coordinator
  • Event or exhibition coordinator
  • Event or exhibition planner
  • Event sales coordinator
  • Function coordintaor
  • Staging coordinator

Key codes

Hawthorn VTAC code
3400278194
International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

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Admissions

Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent or work experience. 

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

Credit transfer

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Learn more about credit

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Learn more about RPL

Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 20 units, as listed below. Students also undertake a minimum of 50 hours of work integrated learning during the 12 months of the course.

13
Core units
+
7
Elective units
+
50
hours
Placement
=
Diploma
Indicative nominal course hours: 1115

Your units

Units of study Unit code
Core units
Source and use information on the events industry
Core unit
SITEEVT020
Manage event production components
Core unit
SITEEVT026
Manage on-site event operations
Core unit
SITEEVT028
Enhance customer service experiences
Core unit
SITXCCS015
Manage finances within a budget
Core unit
SITXFIN009
Lead and manage people
Core unit
SITXHRM009
Recruit, select and induct staff
Core unit
SITXHRM010
Establish and conduct business relationships
Core unit
SITXMGT005
Manage projects
Core unit
SITXMGT006
Plan and implement sales activities
Core unit
SITXMPR011
Coordinate marketing activities
Core unit
SITXMPR012
Prepare and present proposals
Core unit
SITXMPR016
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
Core unit
SITXWHS006
Elective units
Manage bump in and bump out of shows
Elective unit
CUAPPM514
Develop and implement event management plans
Elective unit
SITEEVT032
Organise event infrastructure
Elective unit
SITEEVT027
Develop event concepts
Elective unit
SITEEVT030
Incorporate creative and technical needs into management processes
Elective unit
CUAPPM513
Develop social media engagement plans
Elective unit
BSBMKG546
Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
Elective unit
SITXGLC002

2023 fees

Full fee* ($AUD)

$14,700

Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)

$6,760

Fees are estimates only

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Skills first government-subsidised place

To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.

Learn more about Skills first government subsidies

How do I pay my fees?

You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.

Find out more about fees

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

  • log in to My Financials
  • check your Australian bank account details are correct 
  • check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe 
  • pay using your preferred payment method.
Learn more about paying your fees

Eligibility for VET student loans (VSL)

If you apply for a VET Student Loan, Swinburne must first verify your identity. If you are eligible, we will provide your enrolment information to the government so you can complete the application within their eCAF system.

The VET Student Loan amount for this course is capped. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.

VET Student Loan amount* ($AUD)

$11,191

Learn more about VET student loans

Concessions rates for vocational students

Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available if you self-identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and qualify for a government-subsidised training place under the Indigenous Completions Initiative.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Learn more about concession rates

Student services and amenities fee

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

From 1 January 2024, all Diploma level and above courses will contribute to the Student Services and Amenities fee. Below is the capped amount for 2023 as a guide ahead of fees for 2024 being announced.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$326

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$326

Learn more about SSAF

Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2023 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals. 

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

Learn more about scholarships

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

Learn more about scholarships

Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

Representatives and agents
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Apply directly

Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.

Apply through VTAC

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria. 

VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

Hawthorn VTAC code
3400278194
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    "I have always been passionate about events! At Swinburne, I had the opportunity to work in their events and experience team and was planning events for students at all Swinburne campuses in Melbourne such as O Week, Welcome Back Week, R U OK? Day and many more."

    Michael , Diploma of Event Management