Business & Management
A course by
SIT
A three-year degree equipping graduates with business and management skills and specialist expertise in event management, delivered via distance learning by SIT2LRN. The programme integrates applied learning in key areas including event planning, risk management, marketing, and leadership.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 3 years

Build foundational and advanced knowledge in business management, including communication, problem solving, and organisational planning.

Gain the ability to critically analyse and apply concepts essential for managing events successfully, including strategic issues, planning, execution, and evaluation.

The Bachelor of Applied Management (Event Management major) is designed to develop graduates ready for challenging business and event environments, both in New Zealand and internationally. Students gain foundational and advanced business skills, while focusing on the specifics of event management—including planning, risk and quality management, resources, performance measurement, and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on practical management, soft skills, and technical tools relevant to the event sector. Note: This major is closed to new enrolments; only students enrolled prior to 2021 can continue to completion.

Event Management
Business Administration
Project Management

Event manager
Exhibition coordinator
Conference planner
Business & Management
A course by
SIT
A three-year degree equipping graduates with business and management skills and specialist expertise in event management, delivered via distance learning by SIT2LRN. The programme integrates applied learning in key areas including event planning, risk management, marketing, and leadership.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 3 years

Build foundational and advanced knowledge in business management, including communication, problem solving, and organisational planning.

Gain the ability to critically analyse and apply concepts essential for managing events successfully, including strategic issues, planning, execution, and evaluation.

The Bachelor of Applied Management (Event Management major) is designed to develop graduates ready for challenging business and event environments, both in New Zealand and internationally. Students gain foundational and advanced business skills, while focusing on the specifics of event management—including planning, risk and quality management, resources, performance measurement, and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on practical management, soft skills, and technical tools relevant to the event sector. Note: This major is closed to new enrolments; only students enrolled prior to 2021 can continue to completion.

Event Management
Business Administration
Project Management

Event manager
Exhibition coordinator
Conference planner
Demonstrate reflective, ethical practice in the application of technical and soft skills within event management contexts.
What you need to know first
University Entrance – NCEA Level 3 (specific requirements)
Mature applicants (20+) with evidence of aptitude or work experience
Equivalent overseas qualifications as approved by the Head of Faculty
Completion of prerequisites for individual papers as specified
Local government events officer
Festival manager
Product launch/event coordinator
Demonstrate reflective, ethical practice in the application of technical and soft skills within event management contexts.
What you need to know first
University Entrance – NCEA Level 3 (specific requirements)
Mature applicants (20+) with evidence of aptitude or work experience
Equivalent overseas qualifications as approved by the Head of Faculty
Completion of prerequisites for individual papers as specified
Local government events officer
Festival manager
Product launch/event coordinator