Graduate Diploma in Event Management

Students who have completed a Graduate Diploma in Event Management will critically evaluate 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.

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.

Important Notice:

This programme is now closed to new students. Students already enrolled will be allowed to continue in this course going forward, to finish off their qualification. 

If you have any questions, please send an email to info@sit.ac.nz. Please specify the programme of study you are enquiring about in the subject section of your email, so that your query can be quickly directed to the right person.

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Campus
SIT Online
Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Level
7
Credits
120
Duration

One year full-time

Up to five years part-time

Intakes are 17 weeks long

Dates
TBC
Fees
This programme qualifies for SIT Zero Fees. Terms and Conditions apply. Click here for more information.
Tuition Fees

Zero tuition fees

Direct Material Costs

$8.00 per credit (incl. GST)

International Fees

$100 per credit (incl. GST). See International.

Course Outline

Important Notice:

This programme is now closed to new students. Students already enrolled will be allowed to continue in this course going forward, to finish off their qualification. 

If you have any questions, please send an email to info@sit.ac.nz. Please specify the programme of study you are enquiring about in the subject section of your email, so that your query can be quickly directed to the right person.

Students who have completed a Graduate Diploma in Event Management will critically evaluate 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.

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.

Course Content

Elective papers – learners will need to complete one of the following two papers:
MGT605 Risk Management (15 credits)
This course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to apply risk management principles in New Zealand workplaces. Learners will identify, assess, and prioritise health and safety risks, develop mitigation strategies aligned with organisational risk profiles and legislative requirements, and critically evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls to recommend improvements grounded in best-practice risk management. 


MGT611 Health and Safety in Employment (15 credits)
This course provides an introduction to workplace health and safety, focusing on how organisations can reduce work-related injury and illness. Learners will identify and analyse health, safety, and wellbeing information, examine key legislative requirements, evaluate organisational strategies for preventing harm, and develop effective engagement approaches to communicate health and safety information to stakeholders across all levels of an organisation.

 

Compulsory papers – learners will need to complete all of the following:
MGT622 Fundamentals of Project Management (15 credits)
This course builds on foundational project management knowledge by exploring key principles, methodologies, and techniques for effective project delivery. Learners will evaluate project management approaches in organisational contexts, analyse constraints, stakeholder expectations, and risk management practices, and examine how stakeholder engagement, communication, and team leadership contribute to successful project outcomes across diverse project environments. 


MGT705 (MGT305) Advanced Event Management (15 credits)
This paper introduces learners to the research, design, planning, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of events. Learners will develop and critically assess event concepts, apply marketing and financial management principles, coordinate logistical and operational requirements, and evaluate event outcomes, including social, economic, and environmental impacts.


MGT721 Event Planning: Finance and Budgeting (15 credits)
This paper introduces learners to the financial management of events, including sourcing funds, securing financing, developing budgets, and assessing event feasibility. Learners will evaluate financial management processes, apply budgeting methodologies, and critically review and revise event budgets to support financially viable and sustainable event planning.


MGT722 Event Planning: Marketing and Promotion (15 credits)
This paper introduces learners to the planning, marketing, management, and evaluation of events. Learners will develop and critically assess event concepts, apply marketing and financial management principles, coordinate logistical and operational requirements, and evaluate event outcomes, including the social, economic, and environmental impacts of events.


MGT702 Research Methodology (15 credits)
This course introduces learners to the core knowledge and skills needed to undertake academic research. It covers topic selection, ethical considerations, research methodologies, and the collection and analysis of primary and secondary data. Learners will examine the purpose and structure of literature reviews, apply appropriate referencing practices, and develop a research proposal that outlines key methods, requirements, and timelines.


MGT736 Managing Business with Artificial Intelligence

This course introduces learners to the strategic use of artificial intelligence in business and examines how AI can enhance performance, support innovation, and be applied responsibly to create competitive advantage. Learners will analyse potential strategic applications of AI to improve organisational performance, critically assess the ethical, legal, and social implications of implementing AI solutions, and evaluate business strategies and organisational capabilities for integrating AI into business operations.


MGT737 Project Management Capstone Project

This course provides learners with the knowledge to integrate and apply project management skills and methodologies in a real-world setting. Learners will develop and implement a detailed project management plan for an event, apply project management tools, techniques, and leadership strategies across all phases of the project lifecycle, and prepare a comprehensive project report that critically evaluates outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned.

Please click the "Assessments" tab for more detailed information about assessment requirements.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be equipped with skills and knowledge to work in a range of event management areas including exhibitions, local government events, sporting events, festivals, product launches and conferences.

Application Criteria

Applicants must have obtained at least an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or be a mature student aged at least 20 years and supply evidence of at least three years relevant work experience. Each mature applicant must provide their curriculum vitae detailing any relevant work experience and academic achievements.  The Programme Manager will use this information to assess whether the applicant is likely to successfully complete the Graduate Diploma.

Meeting the application criteria does not guarantee acceptance into the programme.

English Language Requirements

Applicants, whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the language of instruction in schools is not English, are required to provide evidence of having achieved one of the following

NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance, or

an International Baccalaureate Diploma or Cambridge A- level qualification for which the teaching and assessment was conducted in English; or

Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA),or Trinity College London Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL);or

Successful completion of all primary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand primary school years 1 to 8) and at least three years of secondary education (being the equivalent of three years from New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand,,Australia,Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States one of the countries listed in Rule 18.5 where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or

Successful completion of at least five years of secondary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or

Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor Honours degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters' Degree or Doctoral Degree, the language of instruction of which must be in English and which must be from a tertiary education provider from New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States or

Successful completion of one of the following internationally recognised proficiency tests listed below to the level required of the programme of study and with all scores achieved in a single test during the two years preceding the proposed date of enrolment


IELTS test - Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 
TOEFL Paper based test (pBT) - Score of 550 (with an essay score 5 TWE) 
TOEFL Internet based test (iBT) - Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18) 
Cambridge English Examination - B2 First or B2 First for schools or C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill. 
OET - Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub-tests 
NZCEL - Level 4 (Academic)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42 
Language Cert - C1 Expert International ESOL Written (LRW) PASS with no less than 25/50 in each skill and Spoken (S) PASS 
Trinity ISE - ISE II with no less than distinction in any band

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