Event Planner Course Online

Planning and executing events that are both effective and memorable demands a very specific skills-set and a largely flawless eye for detail. The complexities involved in putting together even the simplest of events are extensive and abundant to say the least, though the satisfaction of putting your own name to a superbly successful event is beyond compare. In terms of career potential and financial rewards, the role of the professional event planner is one of unique opportunities.

This Event Planner Course Online, has been designed for those looking to begin or further an existing career in event planning – specifically focusing on corporate events and conferences. Over the course of five in-depth units, candidates explore every crucial element involved in corporate event planning, including agenda-setting, budgeting, venue selection, decorating, food and beverage provision and essential event contract management. Important event marketing techniques are also introduced, along with obtaining feedback and the crucial post-event evaluation process.

Course Syllabus

Event Planner Course Online, consists of the following five units:

Unit 1 – Event Planning Essentials

In the introductory course unit, candidates learn how to identify the key elements of any given event in order to allow for effective goal-setting and the establishment of primary objectives. The production of a briefing note is also outlined in full, along with a series of budgeting basics and critical conference planning essentials.

Unit 2 – Using the Committee Approach

The second course unit explores event planning and implementation as a team effort, guiding candidates through the selection of the most appropriate team members, delegating the right jobs to the right people, working toward a common goal and building strong connections with sponsors and partners.

Unit 3 – Advertising and Marketing

Course content in Unit 3 brings essential advertising and marketing into discussion, incorporating a comprehensive overview of the marketing process and effective marketing techniques for small and large events alike. Candidates learn how to gather support effectively in the run-up to any corporate event.

Unit 4 – Venue selection and Managing Contracts

The penultimate course unit introduces candidates to a series of core venue-selection and contract-management skills, techniques and theoretical teachings. Core concepts covered include assessing and selecting venues, creating appropriate menus, diversity considerations and the basics of business etiquette.

Unit 5 – Gathering Feedback and closing the Event

Closing out the course, Unit 5 provides candidates with a thorough overview of feedback-gathering techniques and the importance of post-event feedback from clients and delegates alike. Successfully closing events and analysing performance are also touched upon, along with creating conference reports and chairing post-event meetings.

Fee & Payment Options

Paying in Instalments: £360 (Interest FREE Instalments)

Deposit: £80

No of Instalments: 10

Each Instalment: £28

Pay in Full: (£60 Discount) £300

Endorsement

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Career Path

Upon completion of the course, you will have developed outstanding skills, knowledge and confidence in corporate event planning. You may choose to pursue a positon with an established event planning company, within a business as an in-house conference organiser or you may even choose to set up your own business. Salaries range from £18,000 to £30,000+ with experience.

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