Graduate Certificate in Event Management

Southern Institute of Technology

The aim of the Graduate Certificate in Event Management is to provide students who already have a degree or extensive applicable experience with theoretical and applied knowledge in Event Management which can be used in professional practice or further advanced study in this area.The programme offers a blend of theoretical and practical learning with an emphasis on applied knowledge and skill. High importance is placed on the development of soft skills for management such as communication presentation interpersonal and problem solving skills in addition to the development of specific business knowledge.Career opportunitiesStudents who have completed a Graduate Certificate in Event Management will critically analyse and process management information in a range of event environments. They will apply conceptual and technical skills to cost determination and control in client and contract negotiations.Satisfactory CompletionFor students to be considered to have satisfactorily completed this programme and be eligible for the awarding of the qualification Graduate Certificate in Event Management they must have completed all scheduled course work requirements and assessments successfully completed assessment requirements for all papers and achieved a total of 60 credits as specified in the programme schedule. The timeframe for completion of this programme is three years.