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Conference Coordinator Courses

A Conference Coordinator organises conference events for a range of industries. You might organise work conferences, conferences for special interest groups or conferences for government departments. Conference Coordinators arrange details such as venues, registrations, guest speakers and accommodation. You’ll liaise with suppliers and manage staff and budgets.

Conference Coordinators must be organised and able to work to a deadline. You’ll need good communication skills and will have to liaise with a range of stakeholders. Conference Coordinators should have strong problem solving abilities and must be excellent multitaskers. It’s important that you can work as part of a team and handle various administrative tasks.

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Popular Conference Coordinator Courses

There are 4 courses available for people who want to become a Conference Coordinator.

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SIT20122
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SIT30522
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SIT30122
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Conference Coordinator earn?

In Australia, a full time Conference Coordinator generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for a Conference Coordinator?

The number of people working in this industry has increased strongly over the last five years. There are currently 40,300 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as a Conference Coordinator. Conference Coordinators may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Conference Coordinator?

A Certificate III in Hospitality is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Conference Coordinator. You’ll learn to work as part of an event planning team and cover a range of topics such as processing computerised registrations. A Certificate II or III in Tourism may also be appropriate.

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Job Pathways

Here are some potential career pathways within event management. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.