Event Management and Design

Details:

What you will learn

• Learn how to run an event from start to finish
• Become a master of time management
• Understand how to manage other people, including coworkers and temporary event staff
• Master creating contracts, obtaining permits, and meeting safety regulations
• Learn how to set and work within a budget for large-scale events
• Know how to calmly and effectively work with peers, vendors, and clients

How you will benefit

• Acquire the fundamental skills to jump-start your career as a wedding planner or special event coordinator
• Be able to run an event from start to finish while staying within your proposed timeline and budget
• Develop solid communication skills and understand job-related terms that will enable you to work well with vendors, clients, and coworkers in the industry
• Demonstrate to potential employers that you’re serious about a career in event planning by enrolling in this course and receiving your certificate upon completion

Prerequisites:

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. It is taught at the college level and requires the basic high-school level academic competencies. You should have a high school degree or the equivalent, basic liberal arts knowledge, and an understanding of and interest in different cultures. You will also need a basic understanding of computers and must be comfortable navigating the Internet.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or newer.
• Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Outlook 2007 (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following e-books will be provided to you after registration:

• Art of the Event: Complete Guide to Designing and Decorating Special Events, by James C. Monroe, CMP, CSEP
• Special Events: Creating and Sustaining a New World for Celebration by Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP

NOTE: The e-Books are non-refundable.