In this dual qualification you first complete the Diploma of Events at TAFE Queensland (SCIT campus in Mooloolaba) and then complete the degree at USC.
The diploma qualification trains you in event management skills, including communication, planning and organisational skills. The program covers tourism and its relationship to events management, including organising functions, conferences, conventions, and other events. The bachelor component helps develop the management and leadership skills required for the event industry. Refer to the Bachelor of Business for more information.
Note: New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their diploma.
The diploma qualification trains you in event management skills, including communication, planning and organisational skills. The program covers tourism and its relationship to events management, including organising functions, conferences, conventions, and other events. The bachelor component helps develop the management and leadership skills required for the event industry. Refer to the Bachelor of Business for more information.
Career opportunities
Refer to separate entry for Bachelor of Business.
Teaching mode
There are different teaching modes between the TAFE Diploma modules and the University's Bachelor of Business courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance-based assessment. The University's Bachelor of Business courses generally have 3 hours of contact per course per week with students completing a minimum of a further 6 hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.
Program structure
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete a minimum of 16 courses including all core and required courses as listed below, and electives.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a major or minor.
- Register any selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Not available for international students on a Student Visa.
Core courses (1)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Introduction to Game Design |
Required courses (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Introduction to Game Production | |||
| BUS102 Experimental Game Design | |||
| BUS104 Video Game Analysis and Design | |||
| BUS105 Professional Learning | |||
| BUS106 Leading and Managing Organisations | |||
| BUS108 Understanding and Managing Organisational Behaviour | |||
| BUS203 Economics for Managers | |||
| BUS320 Finance and Accounting for Managers |
Elective courses (7)
Select 7 advanced level elective courses. Electives can be used to complete a minor.
School of Business Minors: (Optional)
- Business Law
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
- Events Management
- Financial Planning
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Property
- Small Business Management
- Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
TOTAL UNITS 192