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Certificate III in Events

TAFE course

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Overview

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for students to become competent in an administrative or operational events support role. Event organisation and management take place across the full spectrum of business and community activity. The qualification has particular relevance in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting and tourism sectors.
Work would be undertaken in an office environment where event planning and organisation takes place, at an event site or a combination of both.
The qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)
Duration6 months full-time
Study modeFull-time
Course codeQQSIT30607
National codeSIT30607
Fees
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find work in a range of organisations where event management takes place; such organisations are diverse in nature. Examples include professional conference organisers, exhibition and event management companies, sporting associations, community organisations, hospitality and cultural venues.
Possible job titles include: event assistant, event administrative assistant, event operations assistant, event operative, conference assistant, or exhibitions assistant.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure and units of study.

Course description

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for students to become competent in an administrative or operational events support role. Event organisation and management take place across the full spectrum of business and community activity. The qualification has particular relevance in the community, cultural, hospitality, sporting and tourism sectors.
Work would be undertaken in an office environment where event planning and organisation takes place, at an event site or a combination of both.
The qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)

Course structure

This qualification is the pre-requisite stage leading into the Diploma of Events.
The department's training restaurants provide students with the opportunity for hands-on training in food and beverage operations, including the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate.
Students also participate in internal and external development of conferences and events through Swinevent. Swinevent is where students work in small groups on the development of event projects and then implement projects.
Units of competency are delivered in several modes that include stand-alone and holistic delivery, assessment in the classroom and flexible WebCT.
All international students will be given the opportunity to claim Recognition of Prior Learning at the time of enrolment. As it is difficult to assess overseas qualifications, it is not possible to complete a formal RPL process prior to this time.

Units of study

Core units (select all five:)
SITXCOM001A  Work with colleagues and customers
SITXCOM002A  Work in a socially diverse environment
SITXEVT001A  Develop and update event industry knowledge
SITXEVT002A  Provide event staging support
SITXOHS001A  Follow health, safety and security procedures

Electives units (select ten:)
Occupational health and safety
SITXOHS002A  Follow workplace hygiene procedures
SITXOHS003A  Identify hazards, and assess and control safety risks
General studies
BSBCMN205A  Use business technology
SITXENV001A  Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Food and beverage services
SITHFAB003A  Serve food and beverage to customers
SITHFAB012A  Prepare and serve espresso coffee
Business management
SITXADM004A  Plan and manage meetings
SITXMGT006A  Establish and conduct business relationships
Event management
SITXEVT006A  Research and evaluate event industry trends and practices
SITXEVT007A  Determine event feasibility
SITXEVT009A  Develop event concepts
SITXEVT010A  Evaluate and address event regulatory requirements
SITXEVT012A  Select event venues and sites
Finance
SITXFIN003A  Interpret financial information
Customer service
SITXCCS003A  Manage quality customer service
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: aims and objectives and career opportunities.

Aims and objectives

The course aims to develop a broad awareness and understanding of the events industry and provide participants with the knowledge and skills to manage and work within the operations sector.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find work in a range of organisations where event management takes place; such organisations are diverse in nature. Examples include professional conference organisers, exhibition and event management companies, sporting associations, community organisations, hospitality and cultural venues.
Possible job titles include: event assistant, event administrative assistant, event operations assistant, event operative, conference assistant, or exhibitions assistant.
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On this page: entry requirements, pathways, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants must have satisfactorily completed an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, or be mature age and able to demonstrate a range of existing skills gained through previous study, or have a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.

Pathways

Courses at Swinburne can provide an alternative entry option, or pathway, into further TAFE, undergraduate and postgraduate courses if you don’t meet the entry requirements. For example, successful completion of a Swinburne diploma or advanced diploma provides credits that can advance you to later stages of an undergraduate degree. Certificate level studies can also pathway through to higher level TAFE studies. Whatever your situation, pathways ensure you gain the maximum benefit for previous study – whether at Swinburne or another institution. For more information, please visit the Pathways website.

Credit transfer

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer website.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. To learn more about RPL and how to apply, please visit the RPL website.

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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees, scholarships and find out more.

How to apply

Apply direct to Swinburne by following the step-by-step process on the How to Apply website.

Course fees

For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Scholarships

For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit the Scholarships website.

Find out more

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Tel: 1300 275 794
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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