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Event Planning
Individual Licence (EUR 40)
€40.00
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Event Planning
€40.00
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Event Planning.
Events do not just happen, they take time to plan, develop, and create. This course is designed to give participants the tools needed to host a great event. They will touch on planning and administrative techniques that will give them the confidence to run an engaging event that will leave a positive and lasting impression an each attendee.
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Understand the core principles and practical approaches covered in Event Planning.
- Recognise situations where those approaches can improve workplace decisions or performance.
- Apply the course ideas more confidently in day-to-day professional situations.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for digital marketers, SME owners, entrepreneurs, sales and marketing professionals and anyone responsible for online business growth.
Course at a glance
- Format: self-paced online learning.
- Professional development: CPD course.
Events do not just happen, they take time to plan, develop, and create. This course is designed to give participants the tools needed to host a great event. They will touch on planning and administrative techniques that will give them the confidence to run an engaging event that will leave a positive and lasting impression an each attendee.
With our Event Planning course, participants will explore ways to work with vendors, security, technicians, and wait staff. They will touch on different event types such as awards ceremonies, charity events, and business conferences. By utilizing the correct skill set, participants will be provided the details to pull off a successful event.
Completing this course will confer 2 CPD Credits towards internationally recognised Continuous Professional Development Requirements within organisations operating this kind of staff development methodology.
Course Outline
Module One: Getting Started
Module Two: Types of Events
- Awards
- Charity
- Conferences and Seminar
- Holiday
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Three: Brainstorming
- Determine the Event"s Purpose
- Determine a Theme
- Write Down & Review Ideas
- Determine a Date
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Four: Types of Entertainment
- Games
- Activities
- Speakers
- Performers
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Five: Support Staff
- Security
- Valet
- Wait Staff
- Clean up Crew
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Six: Technical Staff
- Visual Technician (lighting)
- Media Technician (website, Facebook, etc.)
- Audio Technician (Sound)
- Specialized Electrical Equipment Technician (for performers)
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Seven: Vendors
- Food
- Equipment
- Decorations and Furnishing
- Photography/ Video
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Eight: Finalize the Plan
- Venue
- Registration
- Entertainment
- Cuisine and Decor
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Nine: Administrative Tasks
- Create a Budget
- Branding and Marketing
- Insurance and Permits
- Contracts (for event staff, entertainment, rentals, and vendors)
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Ten: Get Organized
- Form a Team
- Timeline
- Checklists
- Backup Plans
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Eleven: Post Event Activities
- Survey
- Share Media (photos and video)
- Send Thank you Notes
- Start planning the Next Event!
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Continue your learning
Part of this learning pathway: Sales & Marketing
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Sales & Marketing > Event Planning
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