Event Management

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Events Assistant

An Events Assistant organises special events, managing administrative tasks and collaborating with a team to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Event Coordinator

An Event Coordinator organises events by liaising with stakeholders, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics like catering and promotions.

Avg yearly income $75,400
Skill level Unknown

Conference Coordinator

Conference Coordinators organise events, managing venues, registrations, and budgets, requiring strong communication and multitasking skills.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

Function Coordinator

A Function Coordinator organises events, liaising with clients to arrange details like catering and staffing while managing budgets and resolving issues.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Event Planner

An Event Planner organises events, manages logistics, liaises with clients and suppliers, handles budgets, and leads teams, requiring strong communication and multitasking skills.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

Event Manager

An Event Manager plans and oversees events, managing details, communication, and teamwork while ensuring organisation and problem-solving.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in event management

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT30122

Certificate III in Tourism
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator
Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent + 7 more
SIT50322

Diploma of Event Management
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $14,620
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Event Planner Event Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Event Planner Event Manager

Bachelor of Business (Event Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $55,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Manager Event Director Event Manager
Event Planner Exhibition Manager Venue Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Manager Event Director Event Manager Event Planner Exhibition Manager Venue Manager + 3 more

Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $55,680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Food and Beverage Manager Venue Manager
Hotel Manager Event Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cafe or Restaurant Manager Food and Beverage Manager Venue Manager Hotel Manager Event Manager + 2 more
SIT20122

Certificate II in Tourism
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $1,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator
Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Tour Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Tour Advisor Museum Attendant Tourism Officer Reservations Agent + 7 more
SIT30522

Certificate III in Events
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $7,170
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator
Function Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Events Assistant Event Coordinator Conference Coordinator Function Coordinator Exhibition Coordinator + 2 more
SIT60222

Advanced Diploma of Event Management
Blended
24 months
$24,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager
Venue Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Venue Manager + 1 more

Bachelor of Hospitality Management
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $48,817
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Duty Manager Event Planner Food and Beverage Manager
Hotel Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Duty Manager Event Planner Food and Beverage Manager Hotel Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager + 2 more

Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $44,862
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Business Architect Business Adviser Economist
Agribusiness Manager Data Analyst Data Scientist Management Consultant Project Manager Systems Analyst Financial Analyst Finance Manager Business Analyst Event Manager Product Manager Brand Manager Advertising Executive Market Researcher Import/Export Manager Fund Manager Insurance Broker Stockbroker Policy Adviser Paraplanner Financial Controller Banker Financial Planner
+ 23 more

Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Event Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager
Hospitality Manager Hotel Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager Hospitality Manager Hotel Manager + 2 more

Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $40,262
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hospitality Manager Event Manager Event Planner
Hotel Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager Tourism Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Hospitality Manager Event Manager Event Planner Hotel Manager Cafe or Restaurant Manager Tourism Manager + 3 more
SIT40122

Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism (Holiday Parks and Resorts)
Blended
12 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tourism Manager Park Manager Event Coordinator
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tourism Manager Park Manager Event Coordinator
CUA20213

Certificate II in Live Production and Services
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Events Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Events Assistant
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