Having a Diploma in Event Management, what type of jobs can i apply for or eligible for?

Hi Sourav

Diploma in Event Management is a one-year diploma level course in event management. The candidates who have passed higher & senior secondary level (10 + 2) with minimum 50% are eligible for this course. Graduates of any other stream looking for a degree and eventually a career in event management Industry can also apply for the course.

Some of the main institutes that offer diploma in Event management are:

National Institute of Event Management, Mumbai, Vile Parle West
Mumbai University, Mumbai
Impact Institute of Event Management - [IIEM], Delhi
Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi
Pacific University, Udaipur
The fee for the course varies between INR 20,000 and 1,20,000 in India.

Graduates of Diploma in event management have a specific set of job opportunities like Event management consultancy, Hotel/Travel and hospitality industries, Advertising agencies, Public relations firms, Corporations, Integrated marketing & communications, Event budgeting and accounting.

Once completed, the graduate may pursue further studies or may take up said job opportunities. The average salary for a Diploma in Event management is between INR 3 and 4 LPA. The starting salary is a little less for a trainee, maybe between INR 2 and 3 LPA.

Job ProfileJob DescriptionAverage annual salary
Event ManagerManage staff responsible for event coordination activities. Coordinate details of events such as conferences, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, charity events, surprise parties, trade shows, sales meetings, business meetings, employee appreciation events and virtual events.3  4 LPA
Marketing ManagerMarketing managers are responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans for an entire organization (or lines of business and brands within an organization) in order to attract potential customers and retain existing ones.6 - 7 LPA
Event accounts managerCreate, maintain and sustain an environment conducive to teaching and learning and ensure that all the classes are effectively engaged 4 - 5 LPA
Business development executiveTheir priority is to assist their companies acquire new customers and sell additional products or services to existing ones; this means the role is a crucial one for any business with the ambition to expand or the necessity to diversify its clientele.2  3 LPA

Hey,
There are plenty of jobs available
Talented youngsters who want to leave their mark in this industry have numerous avenues. You can join an event management company or a media house that specialises in event management activities. Once you have garnered ample experience you can either start working in the capacity of a freelancer or event set up your own events business.
Ju
Pay package:
The pay packet in this industry varies according to your role and responsibility. It also depends on factors such as the organisation you are working with, the type of clientele your organisation is catering to, your experience, the city where the firm is located and so on.

As a fresher in this industry, you can easily bag a pay cheque in the range of Rs.10,000  Rs.15,000 per month. The remuneration goes up with your experience and area of expertise. You can earn big money working in the capacity of an expert freelancer or the owner of your own event management company.