Corporate Event Planner

Do you have a knack for putting together great parties and events? Are you someone with great attention to detail? If so, a career as a Corporate Event Planner could be perfect for you. Learn everything you need to know in this Corporate Event Planner course including how to plan, design, and execute a successful corporate event, and how to charge for corporate event planning services.

Corporate events span all industries and are planned for a variety of occasions and celebrations. Corporations and their employees celebrate many milestones and accomplishments within the lifespan of the growth and evolution of its people, products, and successes so there are unlimited opportunities in this field. From special events and meetings to assemblies, recognition events and corporate training—you'll be prepared to handle them all! Upon successfully completing the course, you will be awarded a Certified Corporate Event Planner certification from the Wedding Planning Institute.

What you will learn

• Interview new clients and event stakeholders to create a scope of work, including venue selection, floor plans, seating accommodations, timelines, and checklist required to insure a successful event outcome
• Create backup plans and apply security measures
• Apply event planning formulas to the rollout, setup and execution of any corporate event by implementing critical path methodologies, timelines, and project management best practices
• Set budgets and service charges
• Research the market to present a proposal of options to meet the event budget restrictions set by a client/event
• Price services and incorporate additional fees for sourcing rentals
• Document events and perform a "postmortem" process to encourage "lessons learned" in every event at every location

How you will benefit

• Become a Certified Corporate Event Planner
• Gain the skills to plan and design successful corporate events
• Learn to execute any corporate event by implementing critical path methodologies, timelines, and project management best practices
• Learn how to set budgets and charge for services to more effectively run your own business

1. Introduction & Course Standards
   1. Corporate Event Planner Services
   2. The SMART types of corporate events
   3. Successful Corporate Event Planning
   4. Project Management
2. Planning the Event
   1. Planning the Event and Setting the Budget
   2. Planning the Corporate Event
   3. Event Marketing
   4. Staffing and vendor sourcing.
3. Managing the Event
   1. Management Fundamentals
   2. Scheduling Techniques Used to Enhance Event Planning
   3. Event Delivery Details
4. Quality Control
   1. How to Set Quality Control Expectations.
   2. Risk Management
   3. Safety and Emergency Management
   4. Local Laws and Regulations
5. Departure & Exit
   1. Create a departure / exit strategy
   2. How to Monitor the event outcome
   3. How to manage the unexpected

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.
• Tablet owners need to download Puffin Web Browser App
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Windows Media Player.
• Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. 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 textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• S.M.A.R.T. Corporate Event Planning

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you should have general knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Google Docs.

Can I register for a course if I am an international student?

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country's regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

Yes, successful completion of the course awards a certification as a Certified Corporate Event Planner.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact your Student Advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

You may be assigned with an instructor or team of industry experts for one-on-one course interaction. Your support will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our instructors are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach. You will be assigned to an Advisor for academic support.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more: https://www.ed2go.com/career/financial-assistance

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