Advanced Certificate Course (4-6 Months)
Plan for a 4-6 month Advanced Certificate course after your 3-month foundation program.
Business Advantages:
- Revenue Stream Diversification: Multiple income sources
- Student Retention: Foundation students naturally progress to advanced levels
- Market Positioning: Establishes GIEM as comprehensive education provider
- Industry Demand: Advanced skills are highly sought after
Educational Progression:
Foundation (3 months) → Advanced Certificate (4-6 months) → Diploma (1 year)
Advanced Certificate Course Structure (5 Months Total)
Program: Advanced Certificate in Specialized Event Management
Duration: 2-month add-on to Foundation Certificate (5 months total)
Prerequisite: Completion of 3-month Foundation Certificate
Curriculum Structure:
Module 6: Specialization Tracks (Weeks 1-4)
Students choose ONE track:
Track A: Wedding & Social Events Management
- Advanced wedding planning techniques
- Social event portfolio management
- Client psychology & relationship management
- Luxury event standards
Track B: Corporate & MICE Management
- Conference and convention management
- Corporate client handling
- Business development for corporate events
- MICE tourism fundamentals
Track C: Government & Political Events
- Protocol management for VIP events
- Security and logistics planning
- Government tender processes
- Political campaign event management
Module 7: Advanced Technical Skills (Weeks 5-6)
- Virtual & Hybrid Event Production
- Advanced AVL Systems Operation
- Event Technology Platforms Mastery
- Sustainable Event Practices
Module 8: Business & Entrepreneurship (Weeks 7-8)
- Starting an Event Business
- Business Plan Development
- Financial Management & Funding
- Legal Compliance & Contracts
Module 9: Industry Immersion (Weeks 9-10)
- Live Client Projects
- Industry Mentorship Program
- Portfolio Development
- Final Business Plan Presentation
Fee Structure:
- Foundation Certificate: ₹57,000 (3 months)
- Advanced Certificate Add-on: ₹38,000 (2 months)
- Total 5-month Program: ₹95,000
- Standalone Advanced Certificate: ₹65,000 (for external students with experience)
Diploma in Event Management – Formalities & Requirements
Legal & Regulatory Framework:
Path 1: NSDC/SSC Affiliation (Recommended First Step)
- Governing Body: Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council (THSC)
- Credential: NSDC/SSC Certificate (Not technically a “Diploma” but highly valued)
- Level: NSQF Level 5-6
- Duration: 1 Year (600-900 hours)
- Requirements:
- Registered institute (Trust/Society/Section 8 Company)
- Infrastructure meeting SSC standards
- Qualified faculty as per NSDC norms
- Curriculum aligned with National Occupational Standards (NOS)
- Process: 3-6 months application process
- Cost: Minimal (mainly documentation and compliance)

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