In partnership with the Victorian State Government, Business Events Victoria is pleased to announce its inaugural Regional Victoria Business Events Scholarship, to support employees working in the business events industry in regional Victoria.

The Regional Victoria Business Events Scholarship will provide the opportunity for six event professionals in regional Victoria to complete the Diploma of Event Management (SIT50316) delivered by Meetings & Events Australia (MEA).

MEA’s Diploma of Event Management (SIT50316) course has been developed by industry experts to educate and upskill those wishing to gain foundational knowledge and practical experience in the Australia events industry.

Access the advice and insight of experts through a practical learning experience. The course is available online, providing flexibility in learning for students across Australia seeking to further their career in Event Management.

The Diploma:

• Consists of 20 units of competency, with electives that have been identified by the industry as essential skills required to deliver successful events
• Is designed to support those who are already working in events, with flexibility to study around their work commitments. Supported by qualified trainers who will guide and assist students to complete the course
• Assessments are completed through an online platform or interview/ role-play activities and can be completed remotely or in face-to-face environments
• Assessments are focused around each students major project. Students may choose a major project that is relevant to their own workplace or community, or they may opt to cover the MEA major project that is provided