Margdarshak
vocational

Event Manager

Create weddings, concerts and corporate events.

Typical earnings: ₹3–8 LPA; own business scales up

What is this career?

Event managers plan and execute weddings, concerts, conferences and brand events — high-energy, people-centric work.

What does this professional do?

Plans budgets, coordinates vendors, manages logistics and handles live-event crisis management.

Who may enjoy this career?

Students who are outgoing, supremely organised, love celebrations, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

What to do after Class 12

Any stream in Class 11–12, then event management diplomas/degrees or hospitality programs.

Course duration

1–3 years

Approximate fees

₹1,00,000–₹4,00,000 per year — verify per institute

Further study

MBA, specialised luxury-event certifications.

Subjects to consider after Class 10

  • Any stream

Available courses

  • BBA Event Management
  • Event management diplomas
  • B.Sc Hospitality

Entrance examinations

University/institute entrancesNCHMCT JEE (hospitality route)

College options

  • NIEM
  • NAEMD
  • IHM colleges (hospitality route)
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Career opportunities

  • Event companies
  • Wedding planning firms
  • Hotels
  • Own event business

Alternative careers

Hotel ManagerSports ManagerDigital Marketer

Step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1Volunteer at school events
  2. 2Event mgmt course after 12th
  3. 3Intern with event companies
  4. 4Executive → manager
  5. 5Own event firm