MEA Skills Sets and Short Courses Overview

Meetings & Events Australia (MEA) offers a comprehensive selection of accredited Skills Sets and Short Courses, designed to enhance expertise and knowledge in the events industry. These courses are perfect for professionals at all stages of their careers. Below is an outline of the available courses, pricing, and details to help you choose the right program for your development.

Why Choose MEA Courses?

  • Accredited Training: All courses offer nationally recognised units of competency.
  • Flexible Learning: Designed to fit around your schedule.
  • Experienced Trainers: Industry professionals delivering real-world expertise.
  • Special Offers: Celebrate MEA’s 50th Anniversary with exclusive discounts.

Ready to Elevate Your Skills?

Register today to secure your place and take advantage of the 50th Anniversary Special Pricing! Email education@mea.org.au to find out more.

AVAILABLE SKILLS SETS SHORT COURSES

Meetings & Events Australia offers four MEA Skills Sets Short Courses

  1. MEA Skills Sets Short Course 1: Event Essentials.
  2. MEA Skills Sets Short Course 2: Leading Teams.
  3. MEA Skills Sets Short Course 3: Conference Programming.
  4. MEA Skills Sets Short Course 4: Managing Event Production Needs.

AVAILABLE SKILLS SHORT COURSES

Meetings & Events Australia offers three MEA Skills Short Courses.

  1. MEA Skills Short Course 1: Sponsorship Skills.
  2. MEA Skills Short Course 2: Sales Skills.
  3. MEA Skills Short Course 3: Preparing and Presenting Proposals Skills.

MEA Skills Sets Short Courses 

1. Event Essentials

Course Details:
Gain a strong foundation in the events industry through two nationally recognised units:

  • Source and Use Information in the Events Industry (SITEEVT020)
  • Plan In-House Events (SITEEVT023)

Topics Include:

  • Event industry structure and compliance basics.
  • Event technology and social media.
  • Planning and operational insights, including room setups and run sheets.

Duration: 3 months (flexible completion).
Price: $880 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

 

2. Leading Teams

Course Details:
Build leadership and team management skills through two nationally recognised units:

  • Lead and Manage People (SITXHRM009)
  • Manage Conflict (SITXCOM010)

Topics Include:

  • Team dynamics and performance management.
  • Conflict recognition and resolution techniques.
  • Effective communication and delegation skills.

Duration: 3 months (flexible completion).
Price: $880 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

 

3. Conference Programming

Course Details:
Master the art of designing engaging conference programs with two nationally recognised units:

  • Develop Conference and Event Programs (SITEEVT024)
  • Manage Finances within a Budget (SITXFIN009)

Topics Include:

  • Program design and stakeholder collaboration.
  • Financial planning and budget management.
  • Content sourcing and speaker management.

Duration: 3 months (flexible completion).
Price: $880 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

 

4. Managing Event Production Needs

Course Details:
Explore event production requirements with two nationally recognised units:

  • Manage Event Production Components (SITEEVT026)
  • Select Event Venues and Sites (SITEEVT025)

Topics Include:

  • Venue and supplier selection.
  • Staging requirements and supplier negotiations.
  • Venue inspections and risk assessment.

Duration: 3 months (flexible completion).
Price: $880 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER
 

MEA Skills Short Courses

1. Sponsorship Skills

Course Details:
Learn to secure and manage sponsorships with one nationally recognised unit:

  • Obtain and Manage Sponsorship (SITXMPR015)

Topics Include:

  • Sponsorship proposals and contracts.
  • Relationship management.
  • Monitoring and evaluating sponsorship success.

Duration: 2 months (flexible completion).
Price: $475 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

2. Sales Skills

Course Details:
Develop business-to-business sales expertise with one nationally recognised unit:

  • Plan and Implement Sales Activities (SITXMPR011)

Topics Include:

  • Planning and executing sales strategies.
  • Building client relationships.
  • Sales performance evaluation.

Duration: 2 months (flexible completion).
Price: $475 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

3. Preparing and Presenting Proposals

Course Details:
Excel in crafting professional proposals with one nationally recognised unit:

  • Prepare and Present Proposals (SITXMGT012)

Topics Include:

  • RFPs, RFQs, and tender responses.
  • Proposal creation and presentation techniques.
  • Evaluating proposal success.

Duration: 2 months (flexible completion).
Price: $475 (incl. GST) SPECIAL OFFER

 

Contact us at education@mea.org.au for more information.

 

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RTO ID: 91329