Event Coordinator Courses
An Event Coordinator organises events by liaising with stakeholders, managing budgets, and coordinating logistics like catering and promotions.
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How do I become a Event Coordinator
Get qualified to work as a Event Coordinator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
BSB40820
Duration
11 weeks - 18 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL
Get started in marketing with the BSB40820 Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication. This nationally recognised qualification can be your entry point into a marketing role, or great for managers and small business owners who need the skills to increase their sales and outreach. The course covers: co-ordinating marketing activities, analysing consumer behaviour, carrying out market research, creating digital content, presenting your ideas and research, developing social media strategies, and more. You...
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Duration
11 weeks - 18 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL
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SIT30522
Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in the events and tourism industry with the SIT30522 Certificate III in Events. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to plan for small events and functions and provide administrative support. This includes marketing and promoting the event, then processing registrations with a computerised booking system. At the same time you’ll gain skills in customer service, computer applications, and interpersonal communication. Enquire now for the full list of study units, events an...
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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SIF40113
Study mode
Blended, Online, Traineeship
Get a job at a funeral home or crematorium with the SIF40113 Certificate IV in Funeral Services. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work effectively in the funeral services industry, dealing with grief responses and supervising small work teams. During your studies you’ll gain a range of operational skills and graduate able to advise clients on funeral costs and associated purchases, arrange a funeral, oversee viewings, co-ordinate funeral operations, and arrange for domestic a...
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Blended, Online, Traineeship
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SIS50122
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
The SIS50122 Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management provides students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to manage recreation facilities or services in the sport and fitness industry. This qualification is ideal for those seeking roles as managers in fitness centres, sporting complexes, leisure centres, or community recreation facilities. Specialisations in customer service, facility operations, and program services are available but not mandatory. Graduates are well-prepared for...
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Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL
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Common questions
How much does an Event Coordinator earn?
In Australia, a full time Event Coordinator generally earns $1,450 per week ($75,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Event Coordinator?
There has been strong growth in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 40,300 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as an Event Coordinator. Event Coordinators may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an Event Coordinator?
If a career as an Event Coordinator interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Hospitality. This course covers a range of topics such as event planning, registration processes and working as part of a team. A Certificate II or III in Tourism may also be suitable.
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An Event Coordinator organises events for their own workplace or for other organisations. You’ll liaise with stakeholders to work out event details and make arrangements with suppliers, venues and guests. Event Coordinators make sure events are advertised and promoted and take registrations from exhibitors and customers. You’ll manage budgets, coordinate staff and arrange details such as catering and technical equipment.
Event Coordinators should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. You should be highly organised and able to manage several tasks at once. Event Coordinators must have strong time management skills and should be able to manage a budget. It’s important that you can work as part of a team and take care of a range of administrative tasks.
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