Event Management Diploma		Course Aims & Objectives     Core Subjects (6)     1. Event Management Diploma Fundamentals     2. Human Resource Management of Events     3. Quality Assurance, Risk Planning & Post-Event Evaluation     4. The Event Itself – Event Operational Management     5. Special Events – Indoor & Outdoor Events     6. Marketing & Public Relations of Events
About the Course The Event Management Diploma course is designed for individuals who are entirely new to the event industry. Students who are seeking a comprehensive understanding of the event management business, in Ireland and abroad, will benefit enormously from this course. Despite the current economic climate, it is recognised that the event industry will sustain itself and grow, particularly with the opening of the new Dublin convention centre in 2010.

Unlike standard Event courses offered in other colleges, this course is the most comprehensive as it covers 6 different Event modules which each take 10 weeks to complete. Each module is identified by the events industry as highly significant.

Past student have done very well. Some have started their own events business through contacts they made on the course, others, now work with Event Management companies, Conference Management & Hotel Sector, Outdoor Festival Events sector or as Wedding planners. 

Course Aims & Objectives
The objective of the Event Management Diploma course is to provide participants with the numerous skills they need to manage successful events. By learning how to plan, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate events, you will learn best industry practice. You will have the opportunity to put together your own event project/plan which will allow you to manage the concept and idea through to the proposal and implementation of the event.

To help you on your way in the Event Management course, over 10 event case examples will be explored from Concerts, Festivals and Outdoor events to Indoor Events such as Private Functions, Conferences, Weddings, Corporate events and Product Launches.

Event Management Diploma Course  – 6 Core Subjects

There are 6 core modules to study:

1. Event Management Fundamentals

2. Human Resource Management of Events

3. Quality Assurance, Risk Planning & Post-Event Evaluation

4. The Event Itself – Event Operational Management

5. Special Events – Indoor & Outdoor Events

6. Marketing & Public Relations of Events

                                    Why chose CMI?

1. CMI is registered as a quality education provider by HETAC - Higher Education Training & Awards council and FETAC – Further Education Training and Awards Council and is registered with the Department of Education offering courses recognised under the NFQ, National Framework of Qualifications.                                    

2. The Event Management Diploma course is awarded by CMI. The course leads to a Level 6 Component Award in Event Management which is awarded by FETAC  .Please be aware that some event courses are not recognised by a recognised body and that the FETAC Award are recognised under the NFQ, National Framework of Qualifications.

3. Diploma students have the option of continuing with their studies for an additional 10 weeks in pursuit of the Advanced Diploma in Event Management.

4. Since 2004, CMI has built an excellent reputation with event management employers as one of Irelands leading Event Management educators and brings over 50 years of combined Event Management experience from our panel of qualified Event Management professionals drawn from Ireland and abroad.

Awards
Diploma in Event Management  - Award: CMI
FETAC Level 6 Component Award in Event Management – National Award:

Course Cost & Duration
The Event Management Diploma course is twenty weeks in duration and takes place one evening per week. The course fee is 1,350.00 Euro which includes assessment fees. Evening class plus Saturday class option.

Course Fees & Booking
All course fees are payable in advance unless you are unemployed or work part-time, in which case a payment instalment plan is offered. See Terms & Conditions on Book a Course part of CMI website. Please note places are limited and enrolment forms must be submitted by the deadline date. Evening class plus Saturday class option. To book simply log on to the Book a Course  part of this website and submit your details before the deadline date.

Eligibility
Individuals with no prior experience can apply, however some sales experience is preferable. This course is open to people from any educational background and with various levels of work experience. If you are anxious about your eligibility, please contact CMI and a representative will be more than happy to assist you in making the right choice.
 

Assessments

There is one 3 hour written exam to complete and 5 practical assignments covering each core Event Management module.

Scheduled Dates: 2010

Start: Tues 2 Feb 2010, 18:30 - 21:30 , 20 wks,  Mid TERM: April Exams: July 2010                                                                                    

Start: Sat 6 Feb, 10:00-13:00, 20 wks, Mid Term: April
Exams: July 2010.

Further Course Options
Advanced Diploma in Event Management
Certificate in Event Management

Related Links
MPI – Meeting Professional International
Event Management Resource
Event Magazine
Association of Exhibition Organisers
Professional Convention Management Association

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:

'Excellent course, I came from a health and safety background and the course gave me the confidence to set up the Bray Air show, which is now a hugely successful annual event. I couldnt have done created this event without doing the course'

Damien Hennessy

'Alot of practical assessments which are relevant when you go out to work in the Outdoor Events area. I'm now working with the Festival of Cultures and have found the course has definitely helped.'

Lisa Hannigan

 'Wedding planning is what I always wanted to do and the Advanced Diploma, gave me the knowledge to set up my own wedding planning business. I'm now working as a Wedding & Conference co-ordinator for a large hotel chain'.

Mary Beirne