Graduate DiplomaFull time - 1 year, part time over 4 years |
Annual Fees(indicative 2019) |
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Programme code |
CH3996 |
Domestic$6,300 - $7,100 |
Starts |
February, July |
International$20,090+ $500 text book costs |
Credits |
120 |
Course related costsAdvised before enrolment |
Level |
7 | |
Domestic Applications due |
Received all year | |
International Applications due |
22 January for February start; 23 June for July start | |
Location |
Christchurch - Madras Street |
Content
Develop a high degree of event management finesse and nurture your talent for an exciting career in a dynamic industry.
Our qualification is focused on expanding on your event management talents and turning them into an exciting career.
Within our graduate diploma you will study all aspects of successful event management; subjects include project management, event planning and management, event logistics and event marketing and sponsorship. You will also get real world experience through team project work during your study.
Credit recognition
If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.
Programme structure
To complete this Graduate Diploma you are required to complete a minimum total of 120 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.
Core courses
Elective Courses
To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.
Entry requirements
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A Bachelor's degree in any field excluding event management.
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Level 6 or 7 Diploma and relevant work and/or life experience (equivalent to a Bachelor's degree)
or Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience eg 3 - 5 years full time work experience (relevant to business studies)
- IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5
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Applicants for whom English is not their first language may also be required to provide evidence of English language skills as listed below. Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact us for an assessment.
- IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in any subtest). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart on Ara Institute of Canterbury's website.
Note : IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills.
OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS | |||
6.0 ACADEMIC | |||
SPEAKING5.5 |
READING5.5 |
WRITING5.5 |
LISTENING5.5 |
Next steps
To apply for this programme please:
- complete an Admission and Enrolment Form or an International Application Form
Alternatively, if you feel you have gained your learning through on the job experience talk to us about recognition or assessment of prior learning .
Application documents
Career opportunities
With this qualification you will be ready to start your career in event management where you can become involved in fundraising, conferences, festivals, community events, arts and tourism events, facility based event management, public relations, sponsorship and marketing.
Study pathways
Complement this qualification with further graduate study such as a Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing.
Recommended school subjects
- English
- Mathematics
- Computing / ICT
- Economics
- Admission & Enrolment Form PDF File: 80.4 KB
- International Application Form PDF File: 62.2 KB