National Certificate 3 in Event Management
Program Description
The National Certificate 3 in Event Management is a foundational certificate created to give students the professional competencies, practical skills, and fundamental knowledge needed to organize, coordinate, and support successful events. This curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in the expanding events, tourism, and hospitality sectors by giving them practical experience in event planning, organization, coordination, and execution.
Learners will gain practical insights into key aspects of event management, including organising and participating in event meetings, managing event registrations, sourcing and using industry information, planning in-house events, selecting suitable event venues and sites, and supporting event production activities. The programme also develops essential workplace competencies such as customer care, communication, professionalism, conflict management, cultural sensitivity, emergency response, computer operations, and sponsorship management.
Designed to meet industry standards and workforce demands in the Maldives, the National Certificate 3 in Event Management serves as an ideal starting point for individuals interested in pursuing careers in event planning and coordination. Through practical and industry-focused learning, students will develop the confidence and skills needed to contribute effectively to the planning and execution of conferences, corporate functions, social gatherings, tourism events, and other special occasions.
Course Information
Qualification Code: SOC-01L3-V2-24
Qualification: National Certificate 3
Intake Months: January / June / September
Credits: 66
Study Mode: Full Time
Duration: 4 – 6 Months
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Medium: English
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- Completion of Basic Education OR
- Attainment of a Level 2 qualification
Alternative Entry
- 18 years of age AND
- Ability to communicate in the language of instruction
Program Modules
Common Competencies
SOC-01-CM01-V2-24 – Develop tourism industry knowledge
SOC-01-CM02-V2-24 – Apply work ethics and optimise professionalism
SOC-01-CM03-V2-24 – Practice effective workplace communication
SOC-01-CM04-V2-24 – Respond to emergency situations
SOC-01-CM05-V2-24 – Provide effective customer care
SOC-01-CM06-V2-24 – Perform computer operations
Core Competencies
SOC-01-CC01-V2-24 – Organize and participate in event meetings
SOC-01-CC02-V2-24 – Source and use information on the events industry
SOC-01-CC03-V2-24 – Manage conflict and show social and cultural sensitivity
SOC-01-CC04-V2-24 – Obtain and manage sponsorship
SOC-01-CC05-V2-24 – Use a computerised reservations or operations system
SOC-01-CC06-V2-24 – Administer event registrations
SOC-01-CC07-V2-24 – Provide event production support
SOC-01-CC08-V2-24 – Plan in-house events
SOC-01-CC09-V2-24 – Select event venues and sites
SOC-01-CC10-V2-24 – Plan conference and event programs
SOC-01-CC11-V2-24 – Create a promotional display or stand
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the National Certificate 3 in Event Management, graduates may pursue employment opportunities in event companies, resorts, hotels, tourism organizations, corporate businesses, and entertainment sectors, including:
- Event Assistant
- Event Coordinator Assistant
- Conference and Meeting Assistant
- Event Registration Officer
- Venue Coordination Assistant
- Corporate Event Support Staff
- Wedding and Special Events Assistant
- Resort Events Assistant
- Tourism Event Coordinator Assistant
- Event Operations Assistant
- Guest Relations and Event Support Staff
This qualification also provides a pathway for further studies and career advancement in event management, tourism management, hospitality, public relations, marketing, and business-related fields.
Course Fee
Registration: 500 MVR
Monthly: 2, 000 MVR
Total: 12, 000 MVR
