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