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Higher Nitec in Event Management
Campus
ITE College Central
Industry
Tourism
Course type
Full-time
Certifications
Higher Nitec
With evolvement of business events, i.e. Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE), and special events, competent and skilled event professionals are highly sought after. Through the training in MICE, Festival & Celebrations, Facili...
Course duration: 24 months
EVM – Designed To Shine!
With evolvement of business events, i.e. Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE), and special events, competent and skilled event professionals are highly sought after. Through the training in MICE, Festival & Celebrations, Facilities & Venue Management, Event Sales & Sponsorship and Event Operations Planning & Management modules, you will develop event organisational skills that will equip you to manage on-site operations, coordinate event logistics, write and present compelling proposals, and engage effectively with suppliers and customers.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to delve into sustainability, hygiene and safety practices of events through the study of the Event Business Environment module. You will also be challenged to navigate and create new experiences in new virtual or hybrid events using appropriate technology applications through Digital Event Management and Event Experience Management modules.
Students will supplement their trade skills with Business Analytics, Digital Commerce & Marketing and Customer Relationship Management to make informed data-driven decisions, curate and create meaningful customer experiences and achieve effective returns on engagement.
The dynamic event industry calls for capable, resilient and adaptable individuals who are equally excited to test their creativity. With the right skills and attitude, you will be part of this dynamic industry creating and leading memorable experiences for thousands!
What you'll learn
Coordinate project requirements detailed in the project plan
Support and manage delegates/attendees for a positive event experience
Handle the execution of multiple activities in project plans
Make independent incremental improvements on the steps to execute project plans to enhance efficiency
Handle event logistics on administrative support, onsite coordination and site inspections
Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives [PDF, 146 KB]
General Electives and Life Skills Modules [PDF, 127 KB]
Entry requirements
GCE 'O' level grades in English Language, Mathematics/Principles of Accounts and 1 other subject:
Grade 1-7 in English Language
Grade 1-8 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) or Principles of Accounts*
Grade 1-7 in one other subject
*To be eligible for selection, you must have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).
OR
GCE ‘N(A)’ level passes in English Language, Mathematics and 3 other subjects:
Grade 1-3 in English Language
Grade 1-4 in Mathematics
Grade 1-5 in 3 other subjects; and
A total of 19 points or less for English, Mathematics and three other subjects (ELMAB3)*
* Eligible, graduating GCE N(A) students enrolled during the January intake under the Direct Entry Scheme To Polytechnic Programme (DPP) will undergo 10 weeks of preparatory programme, followed by 2 years of Higher Nitec training.
OR
Nitec GPA:
For more details on minimum entry requirements for Nitec graduates, please click here.
Students will be required to purchase a Laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here [PDF, 122 KB].
Progression opportunities
Higher Nitec in Event Management graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:
Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Aviation Track)
Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Lifestyle & Consumer Track)
Higher Nitec in Event Management graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to a Technical Diploma course at ITE. For more details on progression, please click here [PDF, 148 KB].
Higher Nitec in Event Management graduates with a GPA of 2.0 and above may also apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.
Career opportunities
Higher Nitec in Event Management graduates are employed by Professional Conference/ Exhibition/ Event organisers, Destination Management companies, event companies, venue operators, hotels and many other organisations responsible for organising and managing seminars, meetings, conferences and special events. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Events Coordinator/ Executive and Project Coordinator/ Executive.