Short Course in Event Management – 2026
Department of Social Studies
The Short Course in Event Management is designed for school leavers and individuals currently working in the industry. Participants will gain theoretical and practical knowledge on event planning, marketing, budgeting, logistics, and risk management.
Course Details
Duration: 30 Hours (10 Weekends)
Lecture Structure: 30h Theory & 10h Practical
Medium: English
Course Fee: Rs. 20,000/= (Paid in Full)
Mode: 80% Online | 20% Onsite
Course Structure
- Introduction to Event Management
- Event Planning
- Event Marketing
- Event Budgeting
- Risk Management in Events
- ICT for Event Management
- Event Logistics Management
Application Information
Issuing of Applications: February 15, 2026
Closing Date: March 14, 2026
Selection: Around 20 students will be selected on first-come first-served basis.
Contact for More Details
Telephone: 011 288 1427 / 077 744 7261
Time: 9.00 a.m – 4.00 p.m (Weekdays)
Website: www.ou.ac.lk
Email: scem_coordinator@ousl.lk
