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Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning

Course Overview

This event planning course will introduce learners to the skills that are required to plan, organise and evaluate events by developing their skills and knowledge. Areas covered include marketing methods and resources, market research, human resources, communication and customer service relevant to events.

In England, you will gain an accredited Level 2 qualification.

In Scotland, this course is comparable to a Level 5 based on the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework. Upon completion of the course, learners in Scotland will receive a digital e-certificate issued by your college.

Key Information

Course Length
8 to 12 weeks

Course Level
Level 2

Awarding Body
TQUK
(E-certificates upon achievement)

Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment

For Individuals

Benefits

  • Fully online course
  • Study from anywhere, at any time
  • Nationally recognised
  • Access to an award-winning e-learning platform
  • Perfect for beginners
  • Support from expert Tutors
  • Receive a digital e-certificate upon completion
  • No hidden costs

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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