The Course Modules
Section 1: The Main Events
1. An introduction to event planning
* The role of an event planner
* The qualities of a good event planner
* Unexpected circumstance or poorly planned?
* Assignment
2. Organisation
* The importance of organisation in event planning
* The components of organisation
* Organisation techniques
* Tips for better organisation
* Organisation deterrents
* Assignment
3. Learning your clients' needs
* Getting to know your client
* Planning correctly for the right type of event
* Who, what, when, where, and how?
* Initial client contact form
* Assignment
4. Selecting a location
* Choosing a location
* Steps to selecting the perfect location
* Site inspection
* Site inspection form
* Securing the location
* Assignment
5. Event catering
* Event catering
* Planning for a catered event
* Catering tips
* Prospective caterer interview
* Assignment
6. Silver service - New module!
* What is silver service?
* The venue
* Menus
* Events where silver service is popular
* Other things to consider
7. Equipment hire - New module!
* Types of equipment
* Ideas for equipment
* Advice on hiring equipment
8. Event decorations
* The importance of decorations
* Decorating plans
* Hiring a decorator
* Party themes
* Setting up a balloon decoration business
* Assignment
9. Entertainment and speakers
* The purpose of entertainment and speakers
* Endless entertainment choices
* Entertainment planning
* Speaker selection process
* Assignment
10. Corporate event planning
* Planning and organizing
* Creating an event program
* Creating an event schedule
* Assignment
11. Corporate event management
* Inviting delegates
* Managing the corporate event
* Monitoring social activities
* Sending everyone home
12. Party planning
* Developing a party diary
* Creating the perfect party
* Party planning timeline and ‘to do’ list
* Hosting a children’s party
* Assignment
13. Planning a dream wedding - Part one
* The role of the wedding planner
* The planning process
* Wedding budgeting
* The wedding timeline
14. Planning a dream wedding - Part two
* Guest list and invitations
* Photos and videos
* The wedding cake
* Wedding flowers
* Ceremony music
* The final phase wedding timeline
* Assignment
15. Wedding customs around the world - New module!
* Types of UK ceremony
* Asian/Middle Eastern cultures
* Eastern European cultures
* African cultures
* Latin and South American cultures
* Westernised cultures
16. Health, safety and environmental issues - New module!
* Do your homework
* Risk assessment
* Evacuation plan
* Disability accommodations
* First aid
* Staff preparation and provisions
* Safety officer
* Alcohol at events
* Insurance
* Environmental issues
17. Writing event proposals
* The importance of networking
* Outlining an event proposal
* Event proposal format
* Sample event proposal
* Assignment
18. Marketing your event planning business
* Marketing your event planning business
* The importance of a phone number
* Printed materials
* Print ads
* Create a website
* Networking
* Assignment
19. Finance
* Setting up your business on a small budget
* Types of business
* How to write a business plan
* Pricing your services
* Business operations and accounting
20. Writing event contracts
* Event contract basics
* Contract components
* Important legal terms
Section 2: Additional Events
21. Anniversaries - New module!
* Milestone anniversaries
* Selecting a theme
* Catering and entertainment
* Interviewing the client
22. Reunions - New module!
* Forming committees
* Finding former classmates/family members
* Location
* Games
23. Engagement parties - New module!
Traditions
Types of engagement party
Formalities
24. Hen and stag parties - New module!
* Activities
* Locations
* Organisation
25. Baptisms - New module!
* Venue
* Decorations
* Baptism parties
* Entertainment
* Photography and videotaping
* Cleaning
* Other arrangements
26. Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah - New module!
* Understanding Bar mitzvah and Bat mitzvah
* Invitations
* The facility
* Activities
27. Funerals - New module!
* Modern funerals and memorials
* Planning the funeral event
* After the funeral event
* Funeral cost worksheet
* Glossary of terms
Course conclusion
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