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ALSO: • Wireless Network Adapter (802.11 AC) compatible • Internet Connectivity - 8 to 10Mbps • Internet Browser - Chrome (latest stable channel installed) • Java - Version 7 (see notes below) Critical Cross Field Outcomes All the Critical Cross Field Outcomes are addressed in this qualification. For specific information related to this qualification including admission requirements, qualification structure, articulation and career options, please download the fact sheet via the link below: Access the Full-Time qualification fact sheet here. Access the Full-Time qualification academic calenda here. Important Updates: • Google Chrome, Version 45.0.2454.85 has permanently stopped supporting NPAPI browser plugins. This includes the Java applets that the SAS uses as well as any NPAPI plugin. Please review KBA 40427 for more details. • Chrome OS - Chrome OS and Chromebooks are NOT supported for use with Blackboard Collaborate web conferencing. • Important Note for Mac OS 10.10, Mac OS 10.11, Mac OS 10.12 and Mac OS 10.13 users - Java 8 is NOT supported, you must use the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher to launch your sessions and recordings. Please review KBA 000037998 for more information on how to download the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher. Exit level outcomes of the qualification • Present and communicate information reliably, coherently and appropriately in a variety of contexts. • Apply knowledge of public relations in managing an event. • Demonstrate knowledge of the processes, logistics and methods used to design, plan, coordinate and execute an event to given specifications or criteria. • Apply the principles of event management to the logistical design, planning, coordinating and conducting of an event. • Apply business principles and ethical practice in a professional business environment. • Apply basic project management principles and practices to manage an event. • Apply foundational marketing concepts in the events management sector. NOTE: it is essential that students have a device for personal use that meets the below minimum requirements: • Operating System - Windows 8.1 or above / MacOS 10.9 or above • Memory (RAM) - 4GB • Hard Disk Space - 20GB • Audio • Stereo output • Microphone input • Latest available drivers installed • Graphics - 1280 x 720 resolution minimum • Webcam Purpose of the qualification The purpose of this qualification is to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills and attributes required of an event manager, which includes a balanced combination of: • Event planning • Event conducting • Public Relations • Communication • Marketing • Project management • Information technology Mode of offering: Full-Time Contact Additional Information for Distance Students: Device Specifications Notes: Chrome (Stable Channel) - For information on Chrome’s release channels, refer to the Chrome Release Channels page. All other Chrome channels are unsupported. Chrome does not support Java 7 on the Mac platform. A 64-bit browser (Safari or Firefox, for example) is required to run Java 7 on Mac OS X. 32-bit browsers such as Chrome do not support Java 7 on the Mac platform. IIE Higher Certificate in Event Management (HCEM112) All modules are supported (mediated) by subject matter experts with additional support provided across each programme of study by a Programme Success Tutor (PST). 1.2 Additional Information for Distance Students: Online Tutors and Programme Success Tutors For further information regarding these distance offers, click here: https://www.varsitycollege.co.za/ programmes/online PREV. PAGE 82 School of Psychology & communication School of EDUCATION School of FINANCE & ACCOUNTING School of INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY School of LAW School of MANAGEMENT 83 NEXT PAGE