SIT50322

Diploma of Event Management

Delivered through Academy of Sport

Advance your career in sports event management with this specialised diploma course. Gain the skills and knowledge to coordinate sporting conference, manage venues, and plan dynamic sports events and exhibitions. Whether you're aiming to work with local clubs, national leagues, or international tournaments, this course equips you to thrive in the fast-paced world of sports events.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

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WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$10,720

Subsidised

$11,880

Full Fee

$15,680

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Course overview

Upgrade your career in sports event management with this advanced-level qualification. The sports events industry is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring teamwork, precision, and creativity to deliver unforgettable experiences for athletes, spectators, and stakeholders.

This diploma equips you with specialised skills to become an expert in managing sporting events. Learn from our highly experienced team of industry professionals who will guide you through hands-on and theoretical training in real-world environments and state-of-the-art facilities using the latest industry software.

You’ll develop expertise in leading and managing teams, coordinating marketing campaigns, creatively collaborating, and managing financial budgets – all within the context of sports events. The course also covers essential skills in managing sponsorships, including securing and maintaining partnerships, as well as implementing effective crowd control strategies to ensure safety and smooth event operations. Upon successful completion, you’ll be qualified to work as a sports event coordinator, venue manager, or tournament planner, and be well-prepared to pursue further studies in sport or event management.

What can I do?

Sport Event Coordinator
Community Sport Program Officer
Event Operations Manager
Function Coordinator

Course outcome:

SIT50322 Diploma of Event Management

Job-ready training

We put theory into practice, which is why we believe in on-the-job training, you’ll have the opportunity to complete 70 hours of hands-on work experience. Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in sports and fitness. And our strong industry partnerships mean you'll graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

Academy of Sport

TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport promotes excellence by equipping up-and-coming Queensland athletes and sports industry professionals with the right tools to pursue success within the sporting industry. TAFE Queensland facilitates Academy of Sport programs in partnership with peak sporting organisations, schools and clubs across Queensland. Learn more

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT020

Source and use information on the events industry

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT020

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access and interpret current and emerging information on the events industry to enhance the quality of event coordination. This includes industry structure, technology, laws and ethical issues specifically relevant to event coordination.
UNIT NAME
Source and use information on the events industry

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT026

Manage event production components

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT026

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse event production requirements and organise and monitor different production services and products. It requires the ability to use advanced planning, organisation and communication skills combined with detailed knowledge of the event management process and broad understanding of specialist component services.
UNIT NAME
Manage event production components

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT028

Manage on-site event operations

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT028

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage on-site operational activities for the production of events. It requires the ability to finalise operational plans, oversee event set-up, execution and break-down, and evaluate the operational success of events.
UNIT NAME
Manage on-site event operations

UNIT CODE
SITXCCS015

Enhance customer service experiences

UNIT CODE :
SITXCCS015

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide professional and personalised customer service experiences. It requires the ability to determine and meet customer preferences, develop customer relationships, respond to difficult service situations and take responsibility for resolving complaints.
UNIT NAME
Enhance customer service experiences

UNIT CODE
SITXFIN009

Manage finances within a budget

UNIT CODE :
SITXFIN009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to take responsibility for budget management where others may have developed the budget. It requires the ability to interpret budgetary requirements, allocate resources, monitor actual income and expenditure, and report on budgetary deviations.
UNIT NAME
Manage finances within a budget

UNIT CODE
SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

UNIT CODE :
SITXHRM009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and manage people individually and in teams, and support and encourage their commitment to the organisation. It requires the ability to lead by example and manage performance through effective leadership.
UNIT NAME
Lead and manage people

UNIT CODE
SITXHRM010

Recruit, select and induct staff

UNIT CODE :
SITXHRM010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coordinate the recruitment, selection and induction of new staff members within the framework of existing human resource policies and procedures. It requires the ability to identify recruitment needs, develop selection criteria, process and evaluate applications, select people according to their attitude, aptitude and fit to the position and coordinate induction programs.
UNIT NAME
Recruit, select and induct staff

UNIT CODE
SITXMGT005

Establish and conduct business relationships

UNIT CODE :
SITXMGT005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish and manage positive business relationships. It requires the ability to use high level communication and relationship building skills to conduct formal negotiations and make commercially significant business-to-business agreements.
UNIT NAME
Establish and conduct business relationships

UNIT CODE
SITXMGT006

Manage projects

UNIT CODE :
SITXMGT006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop project plans, implement project activities, monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved, and evaluate all aspects of projects.
UNIT NAME
Manage projects

UNIT CODE
SITXMPR011

Plan and implement sales activities

UNIT CODE :
SITXMPR011

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and implement sales activities. It requires the ability to identify and analyse market and customer needs, proactively target current and new customers, plan the operation of sales calls, make calls and prepare sales reports.
UNIT NAME
Plan and implement sales activities

UNIT CODE
SITXMPR012

Coordinate marketing activities

UNIT CODE :
SITXMPR012

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and coordinate a range of marketing and promotional activities at an operational level. The unit incorporates knowledge of marketing principles.
UNIT NAME
Coordinate marketing activities

UNIT CODE
SITXMPR016

Prepare and present proposals

UNIT CODE :
SITXMPR016

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and present tenders, proposals or bids either as a response to a tender brief or as a proposal created and offered. It requires the ability to analyse client specifications or needs, determine organisational ability to meet those requirements, and to prepare and present information that is relevant to client criteria or needs.
UNIT NAME
Prepare and present proposals

UNIT CODE
SITXWHS006

Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks

UNIT CODE :
SITXWHS006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify hazards, assess the associated workplace safety risks, take measures to eliminate or minimise those risks, and document all processes.
UNIT NAME
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCVOL004

Manage volunteer workforce development

UNIT CODE :
CHCVOL004

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and support volunteer programs and volunteer workforce in an organisation or agency. Workers at this level will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing volunteer programs across a range of contexts.
UNIT NAME
Manage volunteer workforce development

UNIT CODE
CUAPPM431

Compile production schedules

UNIT CODE :
CUAPPM431

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to compile production schedules during the pre-production planning phase in the screen, media and entertainment industry sectors. It involves analysing timelines against overall production requirements to deliver productions on time and on budget.
UNIT NAME
Compile production schedules

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT021

Administer event registrations

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT021

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process attendee registrations for events and administer them through to finalisation, and to prepare event registration materials and set-up and process on-site event registrations.
UNIT NAME
Administer event registrations

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT025

Select event venues and sites

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT025

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and select venues or sites for events. It requires the ability to analyse event plans to determine venue or site requirements; develop selection specifications; and assess, choose and contract venues or sites.
UNIT NAME
Select event venues and sites

UNIT CODE
SITEEVT034

Develop crowd management plans

UNIT CODE :
SITEEVT034

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop plans and procedures for admitting, seating and dispersing crowds to ensure safety, security and well-being of personnel and participants. It requires the ability to use critical thinking, planning and organisational skills, combined with detailed knowledge of risk management issues, crowd control techniques and relevant emergency procedures.
UNIT NAME
Develop crowd management plans

UNIT CODE
SITXFIN010

Prepare and monitor budgets

UNIT CODE :
SITXFIN010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse financial and other business information to prepare and monitor budgets. It requires the ability to draft and negotiate budgets, identify deviations, and manage the delivery of successful budgetary performance.
UNIT NAME
Prepare and monitor budgets

UNIT CODE
SITXMPR015

Obtain and manage sponsorship

UNIT CODE :
SITXMPR015

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to obtain and manage sponsorship for a business activity, product, service or event. It requires the ability to determine sponsorship requirements, source and negotiate with potential sponsors and manage sponsorship arrangements.
UNIT NAME
Obtain and manage sponsorship

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $12,557 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 4 in Maths and 4 in Digital Technology.

If you are applying for a VET Student Loan the required levels to meet academic eligibility, as outlined by Commonwealth guidelines, is Level 4 English and Maths.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Selection criteria

On campus
18 years of age or over OR completion of year 12 of high schooling.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software are both available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Placement

Work Experience
We put theory into practice, which is why we believe in on-the-job training, you’ll have the opportunity to complete 70 hours of hands-on work experience. Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in sports and fitness. And our strong industry partnerships mean you'll graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

Important information

Uniforms
You will be provided with a co-branded uniform featuring the logos of both the chosen sporting body and TAFE Queensland.

Real-world exposure that sets our students apart
Learning goes far beyond the classroom. You will gain exclusive access to field trips hosted by leading sporting partners—immersing themselves in the operations of professional organisations and hearing directly from industry experts.
These experiences offer more than just a glimpse behind the scenes—they provide actionable insights, networking opportunities, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in the sports industry. Whether it's event management, coaching pathways, or athlete development, our students walk away inspired, informed, and ready to take the next step in their journey.

Academy of Sport intakes
Additional activities specific for those linked to a sporting partner

Football Queensland
Queensland Rugby Union
Queensland Gymnastics
Hockey Queensland
Royal Queensland Lawn Tennis Association

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Diploma of Event Management

Delivered through Academy of Sport

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Job-ready training

Academy of Sport

Core units

Elective units

South Bank (Football Queensland)

South Bank (Hockey Queensland)

South Bank (Queensland Gymnastics)

South Bank (Queensland Rugby Union)

South Bank (Royal Queensland Lawn Tennis Association)

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Diploma of Event Management

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

VET Student Loan - $12,557 cap

Entry requirements

Skills check

Selection criteria

Resources required

Placement

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers