Module 1. Scope and Nature of Event
Management
Topic 1: Define event management
Topic 2: Identify various types of events
Topic 3: Identify the features of a well-managed event
Topic 4: Evaluate the best time to stage an event
Topic 5: Evaluate the best location for an event
Topic 6: Describe an example of event management

Module 2. Developing the Concept
Topic 1: Explain how a range of different events are initiated
Topic 2: Assess the factors involved in organising a party at home
Topic 3: Identify the most important steps involved in planning a public event with a committee

Module 3. Physical and Human Resources
Topic 1: Identify the number of staff needed to plan and hold an event
Topic 2: Explain how to recruit the right people to assist with the event
Topic 3: Explain how to motivate volunteers to provide a good standard of service at an event
Topic 4: Understand how to develop and manage a team
Topic 5: Know how to find a good tradesperson
Topic 6: Explain how to make an event site user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing

Module 4. Project Logistics
Topic 1: Describe the considerations needed to plan for contingencies
Topic 2: Identify key considerations for managing traffic flow during an event
Topic 3: Prepare for the maintenance of toilets and locker room facilities
Topic 4: Establish effective security lighting for an event
Topic 5: Identify relevant legal and insurance considerations when managing an event
Topic 6: Understand how to minimise legal liability when managing an event

Module 5. Marketing the Event
Topic 1: Understand how to generate publicity for an event
Topic 2: Explain how to find sponsors for an event
Topic 3: Develop a written plan for an event
Topic 4: Develop a marketing strategy for an event

Module 6. Financial Management
Topic 1: Establish a budget plan for an event
Topic 2: Review and update a budget plan as required
Topic 3: Understand the principles behind cash flow
Topic 4: Explain key strategies to minimise the risk of theft
Topic 5: Prepare a budget performance report
Topic 6: Understand how to increase profits and reduce costs

Module 7. Risk Management
Topic 1: Identify types of risks that can confront an event manager
Topic 2: Develop a contingency plan to help minimise risk
Topic 3: Understand how a quality system can reduce risk
Topic 4: Explain how to control slippery surfaces
Topic 5: Identify legal issues related to event management

Module 8. Staging the Event
Topic 1: Understand key factors in staging a successful event
Topic 2: Explain what goes into a contingency plan
Topic 3: Consider issues related to crowd control

Module 9. After the Event
Topic 1: Understand how to measure the success of an event from different perspectives
Topic 2: Know how to deal with complaints from patrons
Topic 3: Obtain feedback from patrons during and after an event
Topic 4: Describe the steps involved in a clean-up after an event
Topic 5: Develop a checklist to evaluate the success of an event