SIT60222 · AQF Level 6

Advanced Diploma of Event Management

The SIT60222 Advanced Diploma of Event Management is a senior qualification for event professionals seeking to manage large-scale, complex events across the corporate, government, entertainment, and not-for-profit sectors. It covers strategic event planning, budgeting, stakeholder management, and risk — preparing graduates to lead event teams and manage multi-day conferences, expos, and major events independently.

18–24 monthsOnlineBlendedNationally RecognisedRPL eligible

Qualification code: SIT60222
AQF level: Level 6
Duration: 18–24 months
Delivery: Online, Blended
Price range: From $4,000

What you'll learn

Strategic event planning and concept development
Event budgeting, financial management, and sponsorship
Venue selection, logistics, and supplier management
Event marketing and audience engagement strategy
WHS and risk management for major events
Staging, production, and technical management
Post-event evaluation, reporting, and legacy planning

Career outcomes

Typical roles held by graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Event Management. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.

Event Manager

$75,000–$110,000

Conference and Events Director

$90,000–$130,000

Corporate Events Manager

$80,000–$115,000

Festival and Major Events Manager

$85,000–$120,000

Entry requirements

Applicants typically hold a Diploma in Events, Hospitality, or Business, plus at least 2 years of event planning or event management experience.

RPL available for this qualification

Experienced event professionals who have independently planned and delivered major events for 3+ years may qualify for RPL. Event portfolios, run sheets, budgets, and post-event reports can form your evidence package.

Learn about the RPL pathway →