Event Planning: EDI Certificate
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Understand the different types of events and the nature of the events industry. Explore all the factors which contribute to the success of an event. Discover sources of advice and information available, and identify health safety and security issues when planning an event. What’s more gain practical skills and knowledge required to plan a small event of your choice including managing budgets.
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Pre-requisites
No previous experience required, although basic IT skills in Microsoft Word, internet and e-mail would be beneficial.
Qualification
EDI Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
Support and benefits
Complimentary textbook: ‘Successful Event Management’ by Shone and Parry
Study Guide packed full of tips and advice from experienced professionals
Progress Checklist to keep you on track
Access to a dedicated tutor and student advisors to guide you through your studies
Gain a Nationally recognised Award
Key topics
The Event Planning Process
Explore the various different types of events. Examine the event planning process, considering aims, market research, timing, targets and deadlines, venue preparation, the programme of activities, staffing and budgeting.
Produce an Event Plan
Learn how to produce an event plan, considering objectives, locations, required services and equipment, promotional materials, costs, contracts, insurance, staff requirements, health and safety, risks, and contingency planning.
Evaluate the Success of an Event
Learn how to evaluate the success of an event based on such factors as profits, customer satisfaction and the achievement of objectives. Explore ways of evaluating customer satisfaction and understand the importance and purpose of data records. Examine awards and media coverage.
Course Code
N42
Hours of study
9 months / 60 hours
Technical requirements and fees
Access to the internet is recommended to gain more information on particular topics or to complete activities.
The Accreditation body registration fee for this course is already included in the course total.
Upon Enrolment we will automatically register you with the Accreditation body.
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Outline
You’ll complete one assessment on completion of your course. This assessment can be submitted to ICS online via the Student Community, or it can be posted to ICS. It is recommended that you submit your assessment online as you will receive your result more quickly this way.
Assessment Breakdown
Final Assessment: you’ll produce a plan for an event and, through so doing, should demonstrate your understanding of the event planning process and ways in which the success of an event can be evaluated.
