Events Planning Level 3

Events Planning Certificate Level 3

Certificate in Events Planning QLS Level 3. Endorsed Certificate of Achievement. Additional CPD Accredited Certificate with 80 CPD points available without extra study. The course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Events Management industry has a wide range of opportunities enabling you to work both nationally and internationally. This Events Planning Certificate covers how an individual would prepare for and manage an event from start to finish. Through the application of event Planning techniques, careful planning and research, events management handles all sorts of events i.e. corporate events, seminars, celebrations, product promotion, conferences, conventions, festivals, birthday parties, weddings and other formal parties.

The successful completion of this course will help you build confidence and develop employability skills which are needed to thrive in events management industry.

Event planners often run their own business, offering their services to private and corporate clients. The last unit on this course is dedicated to help you learn about setting up your own business and how to move forward with your exciting business.

This Event Management course is ideal for anyone who is looking for a successful career in event management or for anyone who is already working within the industry, but wants to achieve a certification to prove their passion and dedication to the industry.

This self-paced programme is available 24/7 providing you with the flexibility to train at the pace, location and time of your choosing. Accredited certificate from a registered awarding body is available on course completion. College registration, tutor support, course materials and additional supporting material are all included in the course fee.

Quality Licence Scheme

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes.

Events Planning Certificate Level 3

Upon completion of this unit, the learners should be able to;

• Explain what event management is
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of the event manager
• Learn the basic elements of an event management plan
• Create a check-list of event management planning elements for future use
• Understand risk management planning from both commercial and safety angles

• Discuss the importance of procurement and how it may impact on the event success
• Create a check-list of basic event management activities for future use
• Understand the role health and safety plays within the events industry

• Understand how to build client relationships
• Investigate ways to market your business

Course Syllabus

This Events Planning Certificate Consists of the following units:

Unit 1 – An Introduction to Event Planning

This module covers the following key topics:

• An Introduction to Event Planning
• The Corporate Market
• Reasons for Staging Events
• Social Events
• Main Tasks Involved in Events Planning
• Skills Required for an Event Planner
• The Basics of Event Planning
• Logistics
• Planning the Meals
• Benefits of a Successful and Safe Event

Unit 2 – Types of Events

This module covers the following key topics:

• An Introduction to Event Planning
• The Corporate Market
• Reasons for Staging Events
• Social Events
• Main Tasks Involved in Events Planning
• Skills Required for an Event Planner
• The Basics of Event Planning
• Logistics
• Schedule of Events
• How to Evaluate Each Venue
• Inquire About Audio/Visual and Other Equipment
• Planning the Meals
• What are the Benefits of a Successful and Safe Event?

Unit 3 – Event Planning Process

This module covers the following key topics:

• The Event Planning Process
• Clearing of the Event
• Initiating
• Planning and Executing
• Live Events Project Management and Budgeting
• Sticking to a Budget
• Scheduling
• Creating Plans Using Milestones
• Site/Venue Layout and Design
• Important Factors to Consider in Creating a Site Plan include
• Checklist for Selecting and Managing Performers

Unit 4 – Event Concept and Theme

This module covers the following key topics:

• Event Concept and Theme
• Theming the Programme
• Environmental Scanning
• The Brainstorming Process
• How to Develop a Theme for an Event
• Creative Elements
• Topics of Theme Parties
• Identify and estimate costs and income
• Possible Event Expenditure Items and Income Sources
• Entertainment
• Stage and furnishing
• The Venue
• Unreimbursed Supplies
• Tips for Working with Quotes or Contracts:
• Safety Consideration for Catering Operations
• Traffic Signs and Highway Department Road Closures
• Public Transportation Management
• Crowd Management
• Ticketing

Unit 5 – Event Budget Plan

This module covers the following key topics:

• Key Steps To Event Budgeting
• Possible Event Expenditure Items and Income Sources
• Feasibility Study
• Income and Financing
• Expenses
• Cost Plans and Budgets
• Allocating Resources during an Event

Unit 6 – Venue Selection

This module covers the following key topics:

• Venue Selection and Managing Contracts
• Feeding the Masses
• Business Etiquette Basics
• Think Space!
• Celebrating Diversity
• Selecting Speakers and a Master of Ceremonies
• Managing Contracts

Unit 7 – Health, Safety and Environmental Issues

This module covers the following key topics:

• Planning for Safety
• The Phases of an Event
• The Event Safety Management Plan and Event Safety Team Meetings
• Planning For Safety in Large Events
• Planning for Safety in Small Events
• Levels of provision of site Services and Facilities

Unit 8 – Marketing the Event

This module covers the following key topics:

• Marketing and Customer Services
• Marketing Strategy
• Marketing Strategy
• Event Ingredients
• How can we improve the Marketing of the Event?
• Preparation of key Support Documentation
• Public Information and Communication
• Emergency Public Announcements
• Customer Service Skills Required In an Event Coordinator
• Dealing with Difficult Customers
• Inclusive Planning for People with Disabilities

Unit 9 – Starting Your Own Even Planning Service

This module covers the following key topics:

• Starting and Running the Business
• Starting a Small Business
• Writing a Business Plan
• Importance of Networking for an Event Planner
• Some Great Ways for Networking
• Business Card and Collateral Materials
• Setting a Price Structure for Your Services
• How to Get Organised
• Dealing with the Client
• Contracts
• Cancellations
• Insurance

Course Material

All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.

Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:

• Online course materials
• Question papers
• Additional Supporting Material
• Useful Links

Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.

Tutor Support

When you enrol on a course with Staff Training Solutions you are allocated your personal tutor. Tutor’s help and support will be available throughout your studies with the college. He/she will assess your work and will provide you with regular feedback on your progress.

Events Planning Certificate Level 3

• Event Management - People looking for a career change
• Event Management - Individuals looking to start their own event planning businesses
• Event Management - Event planners with no formal training or qualifications
• Event Management - Candidates intending to continue studying at a higher level
• Event Management - Small business owners looking to improve operations
• Event Management - Anyone interest in expanding their career prospect

Events Planning Certificate Level 3

There is no particular entry requirement. We do not ask for any previous qualification or experience.

Option 1

Events Planning Certificate QLS Level 3 endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme

Certificate Fee: £85 + postal charges

Option 2

Events Planning Certificate issued by CPD

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

Option 3

CPD Accredited Certificate

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£75 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

Events Planning Certificate Level 3

Event managers are employed across both public and private sectors including event management companies, hotels and in community organisations such as sports clubs, schools and charities and many more. Event Managers may choose a speciality area to work within such as weddings, birthday parties, exhibitions, product launches and fundraising events.

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