Programme Overview

Academic Level

Bachelor's Degree, top-up

Awarded by

La Trobe University, Australia

Programme type

Full-time, 18 months

Campus location

SIM Campus

Application Dates

13 Jul - 25 Oct 2024

Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*

S$21,974.40 to S$24,590.40

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* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.

Programme Outline

Awarded and developed by: La Trobe University, Australia

Future leaders in special events sector

This degree is designed to produce future leaders for the special events sector. It emphasises the application of theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for the effective management of events.

This 1.5-year advance standing degree provides you with many career options by expanding on previously obtained knowledge – encompassing areas such as accounting, marketing, business law and economics – with specialised professional studies related to the management of special events such as entrepreneurship, volunteer management, arts and community festivals, meetings, conferences and tradeshows as well as the opportunity to plan and evaluate events.

The Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (Top-up) is a fully accredited Australian undergraduate university degree.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will:

Be able to apply theoretical knowledge and practical skill for the effective management of events.
Develop knowledge on sustainability issues and focus on the development of entrepreneurship which is vital for the promotion and success of special events such as professional sporting, cultural and community events.

Further Studies & Career Prospects

Graduates are eligible for consideration for admission to Master’s by coursework in the following areas:

Accounting
Business
Finance
Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing

Master’s by Research is also available by application.

Graduates can also work in varied positions. You could consider working in areas and roles such as:

conference management
corporate client services
destination marketing manager
event management
general manager
marketing officer
media

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Hear from our students

Clarence Seow

Creating experiences, delighting people and making sustainable choices – these are what make Clarence Seow excited about his job. Initially working as a restaurant manager, Clarence decided to quit, go back to school and take a degree for greater career opportunities. A graduate of La Trobe University at SIM, Clarence landed a job at Farmz Asia upon graduation. He was promoted to an Assistant Manager role this year.

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Why study at SIM x La Trobe University

SIM is the leading private education institution in Singapore.

Excellent value with lower tuition costs in SIM.

Top-rated globally
La Trobe is in the top 1% of universities worldwide.
Times Higher Education (THE), 2023, World University Rankings 2023; Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), 2023, Ranking Web of Universities

Ranked in the world's top 200 for hospitality and leisure management subjects (QS World University Rankings by subject 2023 : Hospitality & Leisure Management)

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Intake Dates

Jan 2025 intake

PROGRAMME DURATION

01 Jan 2025 to 30 Jun Dec 2026
(18 months)

APPLICATION PERIOD

13 Jul - 25 Oct 2024 (local and international applicants)

The maximum period to complete the programme is 4 years.

There will not be any refund should the student fail to complete the course within the maximum allowed period.

Students who exceed their candidature period will not be allowed to remain in the programme, unless an extension to the candidature period is approved by the University.

Curriculum

Structure

This programme is taught by teaching faculty from La Trobe University, as well as local academics and practitioners in the industry.
View a list of lecturers’ teaching modules (PDF 204 KB)
The mode of delivery is a blended mode of lectures on campus and online consultation with La Trobe’s faculty where applicable.
Average teacher-student ratio is 1:37.

For modules taught by La Trobe’s faculty, classes are conducted on an intensive mode: lectures are scheduled over 1 week consecutively. Modules delivered by SIM’s lecturers are run on a regular mode, with classes usually scheduled over 12 weeks in a semester.
Classes are typically of 3 hours duration per session with 10 to 15 minutes break, and are scheduled on weekday mornings or afternoons at SIM Campus, unless otherwise stated.
Minimum class size to commence: 40 students.
In the event that the minimum number is not met, the intake may not commence. The student shall be informed within one month before programme commencement.

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Assessment & Attendance

Assessment components vary from module to module. Students are normally assessed by continuous assessments in the form of class tests, individual and group assignments/projects, case studies, discussion and class presentations etc.
Some modules have a final examination at end of semester. The examinations are usually held from late April to mid-May for the semester commencing in January, and in early October to mid-October for the semester commencing in July. The examinations are scheduled on weekdays and Saturdays, in the morning and afternoon.

Students will have to repeat a module when failed.
Attendance requirement:
- Full-time local students: 75%
- International students: 90%

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Requirements to Graduate

Students who successfully complete all academic requirements of the programme will be awarded the Bachelor of Business (Event Management) by La Trobe University, Australia.
A degree conferral ceremony will be held in Singapore.

Modules

This advanced standing programme is offered full time and can be completed in 1.5 years. It comprises of 12 modules.

Modules are either fully taught by La Trobe University lecturers, Singapore-based lecturers or co-taught by both La Trobe University and Singapore-based lecturers.

View modules and descriptions (PDF 114 KB)
View programme structure (PDF 11.2 KB)

The above modules are subjected to changes by the University.

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Admission Criteria

Accepted Entry Qualifications

This is an advanced standing programme. Applicants should have relevant polytechnic diploma or other diplomas approved by La Trobe University.

View approved list of qualifications (PDF 289 KB)

All other qualifications not listed will be considered by La Trobe University on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Requirements

A score of C or better in the General Paper in the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level); or
A grade of C or better in English Language in the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level); or
Evidence of successful completion of studies at secondary or tertiary level with English as the language of instruction; or
IELTS test score results of minimum of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0
Other equivalent International English qualifications as approved by La Trobe

Fees & Financial Aid 

First term fees payable upon acceptance of offer. Subsequent term fees payable before commencement of the term.

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Programme Fees

All fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and exclude textbooks.

Total programme fee:

S$21,974.40 (Local applicants)
S$24,590.40 (International applicants)

The fees quoted for Jan 2025 intake are based on S$1,831.20 (local) and S$2,049.20 (international) per module.

All fees are inclusive of 9% GST (exclude textbooks / course materials).

Mandatory Fees

All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.

Student Development Fee

Applicable to all students embarking on a full-time Diploma or Undergraduate programme at SIM. This fee goes towards activities that will help in students’ personal growth and equip them with functional skills that enhance their employability. Payable with the programme fees' first instalment.

S$512.30

International Student Induction Fee

A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience.

S$436.00

Application Fee

Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed.

Local applicants: S$109.00

International applicants: S$545.00
(not inclusive of Student’s Pass application)

Scholarships & Bursaries

SIM GE Bursary

The SIM GE Bursary aims to provide financial assistance to needy students studying at SIM GE. This award is given based on our eligibility criteria, as well as the assessed level of neediness of the applicants.

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SIM GE Bursary

SIM GE Scholarship

The SIM GE Scholarship is given to students with exemplary academic results or achievements in sports and arts. It is applicable to Singapore citizens, permanent residents and international students.

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SIM GE Scholarship

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