As the leading destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions), Singapore is ranked annually amongst the top cities in the world for conventions and meetings. Event management is a versatile and highly marketable skill across all industries. If you enjoy planning events, this programme would be a great fit for you!
This 12-month Work-Study Post-Diploma Programme for the Tourism sector leads to the Specialist Diploma in MICE & Events Management, which aims to deepen participants’ knowledge and skills, while in their first year of entering the industry.
This course will equip you with diverse skills, from digital marketing and events curation to hosting and managing events. You will learn to apply strategies and services related to hosting MICE-related events in the hospitality sector, manage event sponsors and using digital media to achieve marketing objectives. You will be able to develop compelling and unique event experiences to enhance your employability in a wide range of companies within MICE, events and more.
Graduates can look forward to employment positions such as Senior Events Executive, Senior Events Co-ordinator and Senior Project Executive.
GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE IN THE EVENTS INDUSTRY
Designed to prepare fresh polytechnic graduates who want a competitive edge in building a professional career in the events industry.
READY FOR THE INDUSTRY
Be equipped with the essential building blocks to develop a career in the events and tourism industries.
ACQUIRE SKILLS FOR THE DIGITAL WORLD
Learn industry-relevant technology-based skills and methods to successfully deliver virtual or hybrid events.
Eligibility Criteria
Singaporeans or Singapore Permanent Residents who are within three years of either graduation from the polytechnics or the Operationally Ready Date for National Servicemen from the following full-time programmes are eligible to apply.
| Nanyang Polytechnic |
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic |
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| Republic Polytechnic |
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| Singapore Polytechnic |
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| Temasek Polytechnic |
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| Other relevant Business-related disciplines | |
| Subject Code | Subject | ||
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| BCLE002 | MICE Management
This subject explores a variety of operational issues which are prerequisite for accommodating and supporting MICE events. The issues include the application of strategies, skills and services related to the hosting of MICE events in hotels. |
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| BCLE003 | Events Curation & Sponsorship
Event Curation comprises topics related to selecting, organising and presenting content at an event. Events offer numerous platforms to tell the event story; from programme scheduling to the choice of speakers and performers, production elements such as music, lighting, décor and choice of catering. The creation of the event experience is the art of telling the story. Event Sponsorship introduces the topic of events sponsorship and marketing theory, as well as practices. It addresses various disciplines, including sponsorship and marketing policy, strategy formulation, planning and attracting a portfolio of sponsors, and collaborative sponsorship-cum-marketing efforts leading to successful event management outcomes. |
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| BCLE004 | Events Operations & Logistics Management
This subject covers the management of logistics relating to the operation of fairs, exhibitions and events. This includes layout planning, freight management and vendor management. The subject also integrates management implications such as risk management, legal documentation, customer experience and general event support. |
| Subject Code | Subject | ||
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| BCLE005 | Revenue Management for Tourism Business
This subject provides an overview of revenue management as practised in the tourism industry. The role and importance of revenue management in the industry and the relationship between revenue management and yielding profitability will be covered. It will introduce the use of historical information and current trends to forecast managing revenue and maximizing profits to achieve goals. |
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| BCLE006 | Digital Marketing in Tourism
This subject focuses on providing insights into the use of digital media as a marketing platform in consumer engagement and to achieve marketing objectives. Apart from social media marketing, participants will be introduced to technology available in Customer Relationship Management (CRM), as well as digital tools used in tourism to create exceptional customer experiences. |
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| BCLE007 | Project Management
This subject focuses on implementing the project management framework including aspects of planning activities of a project, designing the work breakdown structure, allocating project resources, implementing and controlling the progress of the project until completion. Participants will learn the use of project management software in this module. |
Modes of Assessment
The assessment would be based on 100% coursework with role play, written tests, case studies, assignments and projects.
At the entry level, the job position is an Events Executive / Events Co-ordinator1. Upon completing the Programme, graduates can look forward to taking up some possible types of positions1:
Senior Events Executive
Senior Events Co-ordinator
Senior Project Executive
Assistant Manager
This programme graduates may also look forward to wage increment and role expansion in their workplace, subject to their work performance.
1Job titles may vary across companies
| Intake Info | Application Period | Course Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
17 April 2023 |
9 November 2022 – 11 January 2023 |
12 Months |
APPLY |
Please submit the following documents during your submission. Kindly name the files according to the guidelines below.
1. Resume (filename: Resume-YourName.pdf)
2. Highest Qualification Certificate (filename: Certificates-YourName.pdf)
3. Academic Transcripts (filename: Transcripts-YourName.pdf)
4. NS Completion Certificate, if applicable (filename: NS Certificate-YourName.pdf)
Please note that relevant documents will be forwarded to all participating companies for their selection.
Selection of applicants is at the discretion of the participating companies and participating companies will contact their shortlisted applicants for interview. Applicants have the right to reject the interview if they do not wish to be employed by the company who contacted them.
Only applicants who are hired successfully and placed on this programme by the participating companies will be invited to submit an online application for the Work-Study Post-Diploma Courses.
| Fees Type | Course Fees per PDC (w GST) |
|---|---|
Singapore Citizens |
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| Aged 40 and above (Individual or SME-sponsored) | S$359.52 |
| Aged below 40 | S$539.28 |
| SME-sponsored aged below 40 | S$371.28 |
| Repeat Students | S$3,608.04 |
| Non-Singapore Citizens | |
| Singapore Permanent Residents | S$1,477.44 |
| SME-sponsored (Singapore Permanent Residents) | S$389.28 |
| Repeat Students | S$3,693.60 |
Course fees payable is based on per Post-Diploma Certificate.
Course fees will be reviewed by MOE on an annual basis and adjusted accordingly.
MOE subsidy will not be applicable for students who repeat a module or semester.
"It was through the Work-Study programme that I started my career in the events industry. This programme has allowed me to gain confidence in communicating with different stakeholders. I am now able to conceptualize and execute my own events! I always believe that it is important for one to seek self-improvement and expand our skill sets for better career prospects in the future."
Jerlynn Leow
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
and on weekends and public holidays.
Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 4
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757
Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel a course with low enrolment.
