Study a Bachelor of Event Management at Collarts and gain the creative, strategic and practical skills to design, plan and deliver unforgettable events.
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The Bachelor of Event Management at Collarts equips you with the strategic, creative, and operational skills needed to plan, deliver, and evaluate professional events across music, fashion, arts, and community sectors. This degree provides a comprehensive understanding of the event lifecycle, covering concept development, event planning, logistics, budgeting, risk management, digital engagement, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring you graduate with industry-ready capabilities.
Throughout the course, you’ll develop strong foundations in event design, cultural awareness, digital innovation, and project management. The curriculum is structured around four key streams: event context, event principles, event practices, and industry awareness, giving you a holistic and practical understanding of how events operate within the broader creative and commercial landscape.
You’ll gain hands-on experience through work-integrated learning, industry partnerships, and collaborative projects, supported by access to cutting-edge facilities and creative collaborators. As you progress, you’ll build a professional portfolio and deliver an immersive capstone project that reflects real-world event environments and employer expectations.
By the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared to pursue careers as an Event Manager, Festival Producer, Experience Designer, Sponsorship Manager, Venue Manager, or Community Engagement Professional, ready to create impactful events and lead within the global events industry.
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Our Event Management course opens up a broad range of exciting career paths.
Event Managers handle all things related to an event, overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution from start to finish. They are responsible for ensuring that every aspect of the event runs smoothly, from venue selection and logistics to coordinating vendors, entertainment, and attendees.
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Community Events Managers organise culturally inclusive events using a keen eye for detail and their connection to the local community. Curate experiences that bring people together, from festivals and markets to intimate gatherings and cultural celebrations.
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The Festival Manager is the mastermind behind the organisation and execution of festivals. They oversee all aspects of festival planning, including budgeting, scheduling, talent booking, logistics, and onsite operations. They aim to create a memorable and seamless festival experience for attendees while ensuring the event's success and profitability.
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Our Bachelor of Event Management degree has everything you need to prepare for the main event.
Through the Event Management degree, you will:
Study on-campus with your fellow creatives and get full use of Collarts' state-of-the-art facilities.
Develop a broad knowledge of event theory and context, with a specialised understanding of event design principles.
Build a professional portfolio with hands-on, integrated work experience to set you apart from the competition.
Work with emerging technologies and embed innovation into your processes.
Get mentorship from current industry professionals who've been there, done that, and are ready to help you.
Gain an in-depth understanding of the events and entertainment industry.
Sharpen your critical thinking skills and master creative and professional communication.
Develop a global and local awareness around environmental, social, financial, and cultural sustainability to ensure responsible event management.
Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced lecturers, and access career pathways through our industry partnerships and placements.
Khat brings three decades of professional experience in the Major Events and Creative Industries sectors to Collarts. Starting her career in the Australian music industry (as a lighting operator and pushing road cases!), Khat soon became the industry go – to as an exceptional Events Manager and Director and formidable force of nature for renowned national and international events, performances and festivals, with some of the biggest global VIPs, artists, musicians, creatives and performers.
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Lisa has been teaching for 6 years and brings more than 20 years’ experience working in Communications Strategy, Media and Marketing across many diverse industry sectors, including big brand corporate, not-for-profit and several tiers of government.
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Regina Lysaught is the Founder and Director of VEE Agency, a leading experiential marketing and events consultancy based in Melbourne. With over a decade of experience producing large-scale brand activations, corporate events, community festivals, and international trade showcases, Regina brings a deep understanding of strategy, creativity, and logistics to her teaching at Collarts.
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Jess began her journey in the events industry at just 14 years of age, landing her first casual job at the Australian Open as a statistician. While studying at Victoria University, she built a strong foundation by working across more than 10 major events with the AO, often for up to six months each year, gaining valuable hands-on experience in operations, logistics, and media services.
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Jarrad Thessman (JT) is an event operations leader and advocate for people-first systems. As Managing Director, he leads crews, and Raft Projects—delivering site operations, workforce coordination, and logistical planning for large-scale events. JT empowers crews and drives clarity, safety, and innovation across the Australian live events landscape.
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Studying Event Management
"The hands on part is so vital to getting you ready for what you're going to be experiencing in the industry."
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