Advanced Diploma in Event Management, Entertainment and Virtual Production
- Analytics & Tech
- Innovation & Business Improvement
This programme is conducted on-campus.
Please refer to respective modules for dates.
Advanced Certificate in Event Management & Entertainment
Monday (9am - 5pm)
Wednesday (9am - 6pm)
Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production
Monday (9am - 5pm)
Wednesday (9am - 6pm)
Who Should Attend
Executives, Managers and Directors in the following areas:
- Marketing
- Sponsorship
- Business Development
- Event Management/ Sales/ Operations
- Content and Experience Development
- MICE
- Production crew
Overview
Divided into Advanced Certificate in Event Management and Entertainment and Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production, completing both certificates will lead to the award of an Advanced Diploma in Event Management, Entertainment, and Virtual Production.
The Advanced Certificate in Event Management & Entertainment covers the fundamentals of event management, including planning, marketing, budgeting, and logistics. The course also explores the key principles of entertainment, such as content development, artist management, and stage production, providing participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully plan and execute a wide range of events, from corporate meetings to large-scale concerts and festivals.
Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production focuses on the cutting-edge technology used in virtual events and productions. The course covers topics such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, as well as the software and hardware used in virtual production. Participants will learn how to create immersive virtual environments, design interactive experiences, and produce virtual events that engage and captivate audiences.
By completing both certificates, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of event management, entertainment, and virtual production. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the fast-paced and dynamic world of event management.
Learning Objectives
Part 1: Advanced Certificate in Event Management & Entertainment
- Identify factors that set events up for failure or success through case studies
- Develop profit strategy for events
- Event pitching: Approach to presentation
- Fundamentals of content creation & development
- Project management & scheduling
- Process from conceptualisation to actualisation of event
Part 2: Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production
- Introduction to theoretical and practical concepts and applications for virtual production using the latest in Web3, Media, Entertainment and Metaverse technology
- Learn about networking and live concert productions, using industry standard software and hardware resources
- Produce an interactive webinar with a chain of processes involving pre to post-production
- Introduction the interface between vision mixing softwares and video conferencing platforms
- Practical application of using stream keys to send streams to platforms such as Youtube Live, Facebook Live, Twitch or custom RTMP servers
- Learn how to create a seamless and consistent experience for their virtual audiences with the latest Web3 technologies and also how to produce content and events in the Metaverse
- Expose to the world of mixed reality (MR), integrating virtual elements with the physical environment as well as extended reality (XR), using augmented reality (AR) tools
Topic/Structure
Part 1: Advanced Certificate in Event Management & Entertainment
- Creative Concepts & New Technology Levers
- Event Budgeting & Profit Strategy
- Event Sales Pitching, Sponsorship & Brand Marketing
- Events Project Management & Scheduling
- Event Production - Materials & Facilities
- Event Operations & Logistics Management
Part 2: Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production
- Creative Concepts & New Technology Levers
- Event Budgeting & Profit Strategy
- Fundamentals of Virtual Production
- Producing Engaging Webinars and Preventing Pitfalls
- Preparing a Virtual Production Framework
- The Future of Extended Reality and Virtual Production
Assessment
- Classroom exercises
- Project presentations
CERTIFICATION
Upon completion of both the Advanced Certificate in Event Management and Entertainment and the Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production, within 3 years of commencing the first module, you will be awarded an Advanced Diploma in Event Management, Entertainment, and Virtual Production.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
|
PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
|
Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$5,232 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$2,032 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$5,232 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
|
Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$2,032 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$2,032 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$2,032 (After SSG Funding 70% |
|
International Participant |
$17,440 (No Funding) |
$17,440 (No Funding) |
$17,440 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
- SkillsFuture Credit
-
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual). - Workfare Skills Support Scheme
-
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees will be able to enjoy ETSS funding only if the company's SME's status has been approved. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
Part 1: Advanced Certificate in Event Management & Entertainment
| MODULES | INTAKE 8 | INTAKE 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Concepts & New Technology Levers | 1 & 3 Apr 2024 [Registration Closed] | 23, 24, 26 & 28 Sep 2024 [Opening Soon] |
| Event Budgeting & Profit Strategy | 15 & 17 Apr 2024 [Registration Closed] | 30 Sep, 1, 3 & 5 Oct 2024 [Opening Soon] |
| Event Sales Pitching, Sponsorship & Brand Marketing | 22 & 24 Apr 2024 [Registration Closed] | 14, 15, 17 & 19 Oct 2024 [Opening Soon] |
| Events Project Management & Scheduling | 6 & 8 May 2024 [Registration Closed] | 21, 22, 24 & 26 Oct 2024 [Opening Soon] |
| Event Production- Materials & Facilities | 13 & 15 May 2024 [Registration Closed] | 4, 5, 7 & 9 Nov 2024 [Opening Soon] |
| Event Operations & Logistics Management | 27 & 29 May 2024 [Registration Closed] | 11, 12, 14 & 16 Nov 2024 [Opening Soon] |
Part 2: Advanced Certificate in Virtual Production
| MODULES | Next Intake |
|---|---|
| Module 1: Creative Concepts & New Technology Levers | To be advised |
| Module 2: Event Budgeting & Profit Strategy | To be advised |
| Module 3: Fundamentals of Virtual Production | To be advised |
| Module 4: Producing Engaging Webinars and Preventing Pitfalls | To be advised |
| Module 5: Preparing a Virtual Production Framework | To be advised |
| Module 6: The Future of Extended Reality and Virtual Production | To be advised |
You might also be interested in
