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Course Details

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Duration
2 years
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Intake Date
22 May 2025
03 July 2025
25 September 2025
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Awarding Body
APU, Diploma
About APU

Why choose APU?

Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2024)
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)
5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA
5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
100% Employability Rate
100% Employability Rate
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
Requirements

Admission Requirements

General Requirements
SPM
  • Possess SPM with at least credit in three (3) subjects;
STPM
  • A pass in STPM with at least Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject;
STAM
  • A pass in STAM with at least Grade Maqbul;
SKM
  • A pass in SKM Level 3 in related field subject to the approval of Senate/Academic Board.
    Note: The HEPs need to conduct specific screening and guidance related to the field of the program for student.;
Certificate
  • A Certificate (Level 3 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) in a related field or its equivalent.
 
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.    

Credit in English is required at SPM/STPM/STAM/SKM/Certificate or equivalent.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 
English Requirements
International Students
  • IELTS : 4.0
  • MUET : Band 3

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Programme Outline

What We Teach

This APU Diploma in Events Management is designed to provide:

  • Understand the integration between the various types of events and the concepts in managing day-to-day operations in event management with basic problem-solving skills.
  • Provide excellent services to event clients and uphold professionalism and ethical values in ensuring quality client experience.
  • Demonstrate the significant role and function of teamwork in fostering cohesiveness and collaboration among staff in the co-creation of excellent client-related services.
  • Understand the concepts in events management and a systematic event programme planning by applying basic skills related to event operations through lifelong learning activities.
  • Semester 1

    The first semester will help students to gain an understanding of basic concepts, terminology related to events management, develop language and digital skills while studying Computer Applications, Business English Communication, Digital Thinking and Innovation, Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry, and Event Essentials.

    Modules

    • Computer Applications
    • Business English Communication
    • Digital Thinking and Innovation
    • Event Essentials
    • Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
  • Semester 2

    The second semester builds on and extends the operational skills developed in the first semester. Event management skills are taken to a more advanced level of professionalism. The students will gain familiarity with Event Planning and Design, Events Logistics, Customer Service, Graphics Design for Events, and Culture and Heritage.

    Modules

    • Event Planning and Design
    • Events Logistics
    • Customer Service
    • Graphics Design for Events
    • Culture and Heritage
  • Semester 3

    During the third semester, students will gain familiarity with Support Services for Events and Introduction to Statistics.

    Modules

    • Support Services for Events
    • Introduction to Statistics
  • Semester 4

    In the fourth semester, students will gain comprehensive knowledge in the areas of events operations and management. The students will gain familiarity with Event Sponsorship and Funding and Business Events Management.

    Modules

    • Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
    • Strategic Management & Ethics
    • Introduction to Accounting
    • Business Events Management
  • Semester 5

    In the fifth semester, students will be exposed to diverse areas such as Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Accounting, Digital Marketing for Hospitality and Events Business, Public Relations for Hospitality and Events and Human Resource Management for Hospitality and Events. Most importantly, students will gain the ability to think independently and execute event operations and management.

    Modules

    • Organisational Behaviour
    • E-commerce
    • Principles of Banking & Finance
    • Public Relations for Hospitality and Events
    • Human Resource Management for Hospitality and Events
  • Internship (20 weeks)

    Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 20 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

    * In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.
  • Further Studies

    Upon successful completion of this programme and fulfilment of requirements for credit transfer, you will be eligible to progress into Level 2 of the following degree programmes offered at APU.

    • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Hospitality and Tourism
    • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management
    • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management with a specialism in Hospitality
    * Please take note that Bridging module(s) needed before progress into Level 2

    For the full listing of our Diploma Programmes, please refer to the Pre-University programme brochure.
Facilities

Facilities at APU

The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

 

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FEES & Certification

Ready, Set, Go.

Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.

Malaysian

RM45,200

Total for Malaysian

International

RM50,500
(USD11,480)

Total for International

* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.