CUE60403 Advanced Diploma of Venues and Events

Revision Number: 2

CUE60403 Advanced Diploma of Venues and Events

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 2	Qualification updated in CUE03 Entertainment Training Package version 3.2 Typographical error corrected and code identified change was required in Packaging Rules.
Release 1	This qualification first released with CUE03 Entertainment Training Package version 1.0

Description

This qualification is designed to reflect the role of individuals who analyse, diagnose, design and execute judgements across a broad range of technical or management functions and who have a wide range of specialised technical, creative or conceptual skills. They are also responsible for group outcomes. As such the qualification reflects the skills of a senior manager working in a venues and events context.

Job roles

Venue manager (service focus)

Venue manager (facilities focus)

Production manager.

Pathways Information

Pathways into the qualification

The pathways to this qualification are diverse in nature and may include technical production and production management. Higher education qualifications, such as Bachelor Degrees, are also available in this area.

Candidates may enter the qualification with limited vocational experience and without a relevant lower-level qualification.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification considerations

There are no licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification issues that affect this qualification. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the entertainment industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. This table is a summary of employability skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.

Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	writing reports interpreting creative parameters of productions interpreting scripts, production schedules and lighting plans developing and maintaining industry networks liaising with suppliers and contractors using networks to assist in the implementation of promotional activities undertaking a general public relations role on behalf of an organisation
Teamwork	presenting market intelligence to colleagues discussing industry issues with colleagues communicating regularly and openly with personnel throughout the production process consulting on resource requirements chairing production meetings and distributing information about meeting outcomes delegating tasks and responsibilities to team members providing information on protocol to colleagues and customers
Problem-solving	analysing production requirements, and preparing cost estimates and production schedules developing and managing budgets
Initiative and enterprise	investigating ways of reducing costs addressing legal requirements responding to the unexpected during performances developing contingency plans to accommodate potential delays in productions facilitating outcomes that balance different production and creative needs
Planning and organising	planning and organising marketing and promotional activities planning and monitoring the entire pre-production planning phase for a live production/event managing tasks concurrently and in accordance with production deadlines incorporating market intelligence into planning processes being proactive in identifying new requirements during the pre-production phase creating a production timeline that takes a wide range of factors into consideration keeping financial records sourcing alternative resources maintaining resource documentation
Self-management	managing one's own time effectively to meet deadlines projecting a professional image when representing and promoting the organisation following workplace operational, safety and security procedures demonstrating leadership qualities
Learning	identifying potential risks and taking action to minimise risk organising materials and equipment for installation of lighting equipment setting up and testing equipment in advance to ensure working order keeping up to date with industry developments, trends, products and services participating in rehearsals providing OHS information to staff
Technology	using accounting and planning/scheduling software applications using the internet for research

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 25 10 core units 9 Group A units 6 elective units The 6 elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below or any endorsed Training Package. 4 of these elective units may be selected from any accredited course. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and be at an qualification level. Core units Business administration and management BSBADM502B Manage meetings BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan BSBPMG510A Manage projects SITXGLC001A Develop and update legal knowledge required for business compliance Finance CUEFIN01C Develop a budget CUEFIN02C Manage a budget Health, safety and security CUEOHS01C Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures BSBRSK501A Manage risk Industry practice CUEIND01D Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge Group A units (specialist) Business administration and management BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan BSBPUR501B Develop, implement and review purchasing strategies BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability CUEFOH06C Manage venue services CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements CUVADM02B Plan work space CUVADM08B Develop and manage public relations strategies SRXFAC003B Implement facility maintenance programs TAATAS502B Prepare a tender bid Event management CUEEVT03B Integrate knowledge of creative and technical production into management processes SRXEVT007B Manage spectators at an event or program SITXEVT006A Research and evaluate event industry trends and practices SITXEVT007B Determine event feasibility SITXEVT008A Plan and develop event proposals and bids SITXEVT013A Manage event staging SITXEVT017A Provide onsite event management services Human resources BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service BSBLED501A Develop a workplace learning environment CUETEM09B Manage diversity SITXHRM008A Manage workplace relations Production management CUETEM03C Establish and manage production requirements and resources CUEPMT11B Manage the production process CUFPPM408A Compile production schedules Group B units Audio CUESOU07B Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities Business administration and management BSBPUR402B Negotiate contracts Event management SITXEVT001A Develop and update event industry knowledge SITXEVT010A Evaluate and address event regulatory requirements SITXEVT011A Develop crowd control plans and procedures SITXEVT012A Select event venues and sites SITXEVT015A Manage exhibitions SITXEVT016A Organise and monitor event infrastructure SITXEVT018A Develop a transport strategy for an event SITXEVT019A Manage multi-venue events Finance BSBFIM502A Manage payroll CUSFIM501A Secure funding for projects SITXFIN007A Manage physical assets SITXFIN008A Manage financial operations Human resources SITXHRM003A Roster staff SITXHRM006A Monitor staff performance SITXHRM009A Provide mentoring support to business colleagues Industry practice BSBCON601A Develop and maintain business continuity plans BSBCON701A Establish and renew the business continuity management framework and strategies CUVIND501A Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge Intellectual property BSBIPR501A Manage intellectual property to protect and grow business BSBIPR601A Develop and implement strategies for intellectual property management Lighting CUFLGT101A Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities Marketing BSBMKG501B Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities BSBMKG608A Develop organisational marketing objectives BSBMKG609A Develop a marketing plan SITXMPR001A Coordinate the production of brochures and marketing materials OHS CUEOHS02C Establish and maintain a safe and secure workplace Relationship management BSBREL701A Develop and cultivate collaborative partnerships and relationships Research and innovation BSBINN501A Establish systems that support innovation BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment Stage management CUESMT08B Call the production/event Staging CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities Sustainability BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability Vision systems CUEAUD06B Apply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities Selecting electives for different outcomes The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but they are in no way prescriptive. Venue manager (service focus) Core units plus: BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan BSBPUR501B Develop, implement and review purchasing strategies CUEFOH06C Manage venue services CUETEM09B Manage diversity CUVADM05B Plan and develop information management systems SITXHRM003A Roster staff SITXHRM006A Monitor staff performance SITXEVT008A Plan and develop event proposals and bids SITXEVT011A Develop crowd control plans and procedures SITXEVT013A Manage event staging SITXEVT017A Provide on-site event management services Venue manager (facilities focus) Core units plus: BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan BSBPUR501B Develop, implement and review purchasing strategies BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability CUEEVT03B Integrate knowledge of creative and technical production into management processes CUEFOH06C Manage venue services CUETEM09B Manage diversity CUVADM02B Plan work space SITXFIN007A Manage physical assets SITXHRM006A Monitor staff performance SRXEVT007B Manage spectators at an event or program SITXEVT017A Provide on-site event management services SRXFAC003B Implement facility maintenance programs Production manager Core units plus: BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan BSBPUR501B Develop, implement and review purchasing strategies BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability CUEEVT03B Integrate knowledge of creative and technical production into management processes CUEMAR03C Undertake marketing activities CUEOHS02C Establish and maintain a safe and secure workplace CUEPMT11B Manage the production process CUETEM03C Establish and manage production requirements and resources CUFPPM408A Compile production schedules CUVADM02B Plan work space SITXFIN007A Manage physical assets SITXHRM006A Monitor staff performance SITXHRM008A Manage workplace relations TAATAS502B Prepare a tender bid