Tutor and students in classroom

What You Will Study

Unit 1: Planning an event

Section 1: The extent of the events industry
Section 2: The scope of the event planner role
Section 3: Planning an event
Section 4: Planning for contingencies
Section 5: The need for health, safety and security measures

Unit 2: Reviewing and evaluating an event

Section 1: The importance of review and evaluation
Section 2: The sources of information available for evaluating an event
Section 3: The range of tool available for event evaluation
Section 4: Planning the evaluation of an event

Unit 3: Marketing and market research for event planning

Section 1: Understand why market research is important
Section 2: The methods and resources available for marketing
Section 3: Planning the marketing of an event

Unit 4: Planning human resources for events

Section 1: Understand how an event is managed
Section 2: Understand the team which contribute to an event
Section 3: Understand the human resource requirements for an event

Unit 5: Communication and customer service for events

Section 1: Understand the importance of communication at events
Section 2: Understand equality and diversity in relation to events
Section 3: Understand why customer service is important at an event
Section 4: Produce guidance on expected standards of customer service for staff use

  • Attendance Expectations

    No need to attend College, work from home at a pace that suits you.

  • How You Will Be Assessed

    The course is delivered via distance learning, supported by a range of interactive online resources. Work is assessed by the tutor throughout the programme from induction to completion.

  • Entry Requirements

    There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.

  • Fee Information

    This is a free course.

  • Further Study

    You may wish to complete further distance learning courses in: Principles of Customer Service, Business Administration or Principles of Team Leading.