Introduction

The Specialist Diploma in Event  Management provides the opportunity for students with or without experience to develop an understanding of the events industry and gain an insight into their competitiveness and sustainable management. It is developing a wide range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance and immediate contribution to employment. It is an ideal for anyone at the beginning of their career or looking to improve their qualifications or career prospects in Event Management and its related industries.  

Programme Specification & Synopsis

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Mode of Delivery and Teaching Methods:

• Courses are delivered through face-to-face classroom instruction, incorporating lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and project-based learning. Blended learning will only be adopted under exceptional circumstances, such as public health or other unforeseen situations, where face-to-face delivery is not feasible.
• Detailed information on the manner in which each course is taught is provided in GSTM’s Course Specification and is communicated to students during orientation and at the commencement of the course. Relevant information is also available on GSTM’s website.

Eligibility

Academic Requirement: 

• Obtained at least 2 GCE A-Level passes including Mathematics and *English; OR
• Obtained International Baccalaureate Diploma (at least 24 points) or other equivalent pre-university certifications; OR
• Completion of GSTM Diploma (Specialized in Hospitality and Tourism Management) or GSTM (Specialized in Event Management) or GSTM Diploma (Specialized in Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management) or  GSTM Diploma (Specialized in Building Surveying-Facilities) or equivalent; OR
• NUS High School Diploma; OR
• Polytechnic Diploma (e.g. Diploma in Accounting/ Business/ Management/ IT/ Computing/ Hospitality/ Psychology); OR
• Other recognised PEI qualification in a related discipline that is assessed to be comparable in standard to a Polytechnic Diploma or IB Diploma; OR
• Matured student:  At least 30 years old with at least 8 years of relevant working experiences will be considered.

 English Language Requirement: 

• *A pass in English at GCE ‘O’ Level or IELTS 5.5 and or equivalent; OR 
• Completed a prior Diploma or equivalent where the medium of instruction is English

Fee

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Administrative Fee [Applicable to International Students] 

• Medical Insurance:  $109
• International Student Administrative Fees: $218
• Administrative Fees for Student Pass Application: $87.20
• ICA Application Processing Fees: $45
• ICA Issuance Student Pass Application Fees: $60 or $90 as stated in the In-Principle Approval letter from ICA

 
 
NOTE:  All fees are inclusive of 9% GST

** INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: 

• When applying through our international representatives (e.g. Recruitment Agents), students should NOT make ANY COURSE FEES, ADMIN FEES, APPLICATIONS FEES, or otherwise to the AGENTS.
• ALL FEES should be paid directly to the GSTM’s bank account.
• For more information, please email at info@gstm.edu.sg

Duration

• Full Time: 6  months (weekday)
• Part Time: 8 months  (evening weekday / weekend)

Class Mode

 

Assessment Method

 

Academic Pathway

• Advanced Diploma in Event Management OR 
• Advanced Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management; OR
• Higher Diploma in Event Management OR
• Higher Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management 

Course Commencement Date and End date

Courses are offered with multiple intakes throughout the year. Commencement dates are scheduled regularly and made available prior to enrolment.

The course duration and expected end date are specified in the course information and confirmed upon enrolment.

Full Time and Part Time:

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Employability

 Graduate of this Specialist Diploma may progress to a higher-level qualification in the field of Events and Hospitality and Tourism management.  The graduates also may pursue a career in the Event and Hospitality sectors in Singapore and overseas. E.g. Assistant Event Planner/ Organiser, Hotel Receptionist, Front Office Attendant, Guest Services Associate, Meeting and Convention Coordinator.