Stand-alone diploma qualification
or your pathway to an ICMS Bachelor of Event Management
Studying event management can open the door to a range of travel and career opportunities.
The Diploma of Event Management aims to equip you with the skills needed for a successful career in the diverse and dynamic events industry. As your career develops, the knowledge and experience gained while studying the Diploma of Event Management could take you in many different directions, from sport to arts and culture.
The Diploma of Event Management offers you a stand-alone ICMS qualification delivered through the Aspire Institute or you can use your diploma qualification as a pathway into a bachelor’s program at ICMS, with completed specialisations and subjects counting towards your degree. Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Event Management you will receive advanced standing for subjects in an ICMS bachelor’s degree.
Aspire Institute is a trading name of ICMS (the International College of Management, Sydney Pty Ltd). All Aspire diploma students are part of the greater ICMS student community, with lectures held at our Northern Beaches Campus or at our Sydney City Campus, subject to availability. Aspire students receive dedicated academic support, including study skills.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply foundational knowledge of event management principles and concepts to assist in event planning and execution across different contexts.
- Identify and use appropriate sources of data to support basic decision-making in event planning and operations.
- Explain the importance of ethical, sustainable, and responsible event management practices in a global industry.
- Utilise digital tools and technology to contribute to innovation and problem-solving in event planning and logistics.
- Communicate effectively using written, oral, and visual formats to convey event-related information to diverse stakeholders.
- Apply teamwork and collaboration skills to contribute effectively to event planning and execution within a team environment.
Personalised Support
The Student Success Centre (SSC) provides Academic Learning Advisors at all campuses to help Aspire students develop academic skills and adapt to tertiary student life. The SSC offers flexible online and face-to-face appointments at both the Northern Beaches Campus and City Campus. Support includes:
- English language assistance (ESL support)
- Wellness support
- Effective study techniques
- Report and essay writing skills
- Exam preparation techniques
- Time and stress management
- Academic writing and oral presentations
- Specialist numeracy support for subjects like Accounting and Statistics
The SSC also runs a Peer Assisted Learning Service (PALS) and offers 24/7 online support through Studiosity.
Aspire Institute is proven in its ability to provide reputable English language lessons and support through Aspire English, which operates from the same campuses. All Aspire students receive personalised support to maximise success in their studies.
Quick Facts
| Course Name | Diploma of Event Management |
| CRICOS Code | 0101126 |
| UAC Code | 530511 |
| Accreditation Status | Self-Accrediting Authority |
| AQF Level | 5 |
| Campus | Northern Beaches Campus, Manly (core business subjects may be offered in the City Campus, subject to availability) |
| Duration | 1 year (or part-time equivalent) |
| FEE-HELP | Yes for domestic students |
| Study Mode | On campus |
| Start | Main Intakes: February, May, August | Mid-Term Intakes: March, June, October and December |
| Annual Indicative Student Enrolments | <5 students in 2025 [/av_cell][/av_row] [av_row row_style='' av_uid='av-culuy5'][av_cell col_style='' av_uid='av-bjf999']Entry Requirements[/av_cell][av_cell col_style='' av_uid='av-8quxgt']Domestic Students | |
| Pathway option | International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) |
* In accordance with the Australian Government ESOS National Code international students on a student visa can only undertake 33% of their total enrolment load online and must be enrolled in at least one (1) on-campus subject in each compulsory study period. Learn more
Recommended Course Structure
| Trimester | Subject Type | Subject Code | Subject Name |
| T1 | Core | BUS101A/BUS101B | Pathway to Success |
| Core | MGT101A/MGT103B | Contemporary Management | |
| Specialisation | THE101A/THE101B | Introduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Events | |
| Specialisation | EVT101A/EVT101B | Event Concept and Design | |
| T2 | Specialisation | EVT201A/EVT102B | Event Planning |
| Core | ACC101A/ACC101B | Financial and Commercial Literacy | |
| Core | MKT101A/MKT101B | Marketing | |
| Core | STA101A/STA101B | Data Informed Decision Making |
Note: Both A and B code subject versions are displayed as they are approved equivalent in content, assessments and learning outcomes. As ICMS courses are reaccredited, the subject is updated to a B-code suffix. Students studying a Diploma of Business, Diploma of Business (Sports Management), Diploma of Business (Entrepreneurship and Innovation), Diploma of Business (Marketing), Diploma of Business (International Tourism), Diploma of Hospitality Management and Diploma of Event Management will be enrolled in B-code subjects in 2027. Students enrolled in all other courses at ICMS will complete the equivalent A-code subject.
Pathway Programs
