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Diploma in Events & Project Management (R28)

Diploma in Events & Project Management

What You Will Learn

Gain expertise in managing concerts, sport events and large-scale business events, along with essential digital and project management skills, to meet the demand for versatile professionals in Singapore's dynamic live entertainment and events industry.

The Diploma in Events & Project Management (DEPM) equips you with skills to meet the demand for versatile event professionals in Singapore's thriving live entertainment and events industry. You will learn to manage concerts, sports events, and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE), while gaining digital skills to stay current. DEPM integrates project management concepts, crucial for large-scale events, enhancing your efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will become a strategic event planner, excelling in communication and problem solving across corporate, commercial and non-profit sectors.

  • Achieve strategic advantage through effective project management: DEPM goes beyond basic event planning by integrating project management concepts, equipping you with the skills to tackle complex events effectively
  • Gain early industry experience: DEPM offers short job placements and a one-year internship through the Talent Advancement Programme to test your skills in real-world events
  • Immerse yourself in events of all types: DEPM's Events Experiential Lab provides hands-on experience through event simulations, enabling you to dive deep into the planning and execution of diverse events
"Completing the diploma was a transformative experience that introduced me to the MICE sector. Through this immersive learning experience at RP, I cultivated and honed my skills in complex problem solving and critical thinking — essential tools for navigating challenges inherent in the events industry. The diploma equipped me with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to excel in events management, providing me with the tools and confidence to tackle the multifaceted world of the events management and business landscape."
Justin Ng
2020 Graduate

General Modules

Discipline Modules

Elective Modules

Customise your learning pathways by selecting ONE of the following options:

Option A: Select Elective modules totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes

Option B: Select a Minor Programme

Option C: Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes (only for eligible students)

Learn how you can customise your learning pathways here

Industry Orientation Programme Modules

Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

And select one module from the list below:

Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

# Only for students taking One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

GCE O-level

Aggregate TypeRange of Net ELR2B2 for 2025 JAEMinimum Entry Requirements/Grade
ELR2B2-B 16 to 26
  • English Language 1-6
  • Additional Mathematics / Mathematics 1-6
  • Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type 1-6

Click here to view the aggregate computation for ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type.

Nitec/Higher Nitec

Minimum net GPARelevant Qualifications
Nitec ≥ 3.5
  • NT16 Video Production
  • NT18 Business Administration
  • NT19 Electronics & Internet of Things
  • NT40 Info-Communications Technology (Networking & System Administration) / Infocomm Technology
  • NT41 Multimedia Technology
  • NT44 Digital Media Design/ Digital Media Design (Interactive Media)
  • NT45 Nursing
  • NT46 Product Design
  • NT47 Communications Technology
  • NT52 Digital Animation
  • NT53 Aerospace Technology
  • NT54 Digital Media Design (Digital Video Effects)
  • NT55 Fitness Training
  • NT56 Digital Audio & Video Production
  • NT60 Electrical Technology (Lighting & Sound)
  • NT65 Space Design (Architecture)
  • NT66 Space Design (Interior & Exhibition) / Interior & Exhibition Design
  • NT69 Community Care & Social Services
  • NT70 Interactive Media Design
  • NT71 Visual Communication
  • NT72 Visual Effects
  • NT74 Mobile Systems & Services / Info-communications Technology (Mobile Networks & Applications)
  • NT80 Social Media & Web Development
  • NT81 Attraction Operations
  • NT82 Fashion Apparel Production & Design
  • NT83 Floristry
  • NT84 Business Services
  • NT85 Finance Services
  • NT86 Retail Services
  • NT87 Travel & Tourism Services
  • NT88 Electronics (Display Technology)
  • NT90 Food & Beverage Operations / Hospitality Operations
  • NT95 Logistics Services
  • NT96 Electronics, Computer Networking and Communications
  • NT99 Web Applications
Higher Nitec ≥ 2.0
  • BS23 Retail & Online Business
  • BS24 Financial Services
  • BS25 Business Administration
  • BS26 Logistics & Supply Chain Management
  • BS27 Tourism
  • BS81 Early Childhood Education
  • BS82 Banking Services
  • BS83 Hospitality Operations
  • BS84 Business Studies (Event Management)
  • BS85 Business Studies (Accounting)/Accounting
  • BS86 Business Studies (Administration/ Secretarial)
  • BS87 Business Studies (Logistics)/Integrated Logistics Management/Logistics for International Trade/International Logistics
  • BS88 Business Studies (E-Commerce)/Business-Information Technology
  • BS89 Business Studies (Sport Management)/Sport Management
  • BS90 Business Studies (Service Management)/Service Management
  • BS91 Beauty & SPA Management / Beauty & Wellness Management
  • BS92 Visual Merchandising
  • BS93 Community Sport & Recreation Management
  • BS94 Retail Merchandising
  • BS95 Passenger Services
  • BS96 Performance Production
  • BS97 Filmmarking (Cinematography)
  • BS98 Event Management
  • BS99 Human Resource & Administration
  • IT64 Business Information Systems
  • IT65 Leisure & Travel Operations
  • IT68 Facility Systems Design
  • IT76 e-Business Programming
  • IT77 Facility Management
  • IT78 Shipping & Operations Services / Maritime Business
  • IT81 Broadcast & Media Technology
  • IT82 Games Art & Design
  • IT83 Games Programming & Development
  • IT84 Interactive Design
  • IT87 Landscape Management & Design
  • IT91 Robotics & Smart Systems
  • IT92 Motion Graphics
  • IT93 Visual Effects
  • IT94 Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design
  • IT97 AI Applications

GCE A-Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

For more details on admission using Singapore Cambridge GCE A-levels qualifications, please refer to this webpage.

Note:

Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subjected to available vacancies of our diploma programmes. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee that applicants will be offered a placement in the diploma programme. These requirements are set in place to ensure fairness to all applicants.

Career Opportunities

As a DEPM graduate, you can pursue a dynamic career in event and project management, working across a wide range of industries in diverse positions such as:

  • Account Executive / Manager
  • Conference and Events Executive / Manager
  • Event Coordinator / Executive / Manager
  • Event Marketing Executive / Manager
  • Event Operations Executive / Manager
  • Event Sales Executive / Manager
  • Marketing Executive / Manager
  • Project Coordinator / Manager / Director
  • Project Executive / Manager (Events)
  • Special Events Planner

Further Studies

As an RP graduate, you will be well-placed to embark on meaningful careers immediately after graduation. You could even improve your employability by taking part-time courses or SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes (WSP).

What’s more, every RP diploma is recognised and has a pathway leading to a relevant degree with top local and overseas universities. You may complete your degree in just over two or three years in a four-year programme.

Skills Deepening

After graduating from DEPM, you can choose to deepen your skills and knowledge in a chosen field before embarking on your career. You could either sign up for part-time courses or pursue Specialist Diploma in Hospitality Business Management. Please check out our lifelong learning programmes.

Undergraduate Studies

As a DEPM graduate, you can pursue the domain areas in top universities such as (not limited to):

Domain Areas

  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Business Management
  • Events Management
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship 

You may also be eligible for exemptions and advanced standing at top overseas universities.

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Last updated on 28 Apr 2025