1. An introduction to event planning* The role of an event planner
*
The qualities of a good event planner
* Unexpected circumstance or
poorly planned?
2. Organization* The importance of
organization in event planning
* The components of organization
*
Organization techniques
* Tips for better organization
*
Organization deterrents
3. Learning your clients' needs*
Getting to know your client
* Planning correctly for the right type of
event
* Who, what, when, where, and how?
* Initial client contact
form
4. Selecting a location* Choosing a location
* Steps
to selecting the perfect location
* Site inspection
* Site
inspection form
* Securing the location
5. Event catering basics*
Event catering
* Planning for a catered event
* Catering tips
*
Prospective caterer interview
6. Event decorations* The
importance of decorations
* Decorating plans
* Hiring a decorator
*
Party themes
7. Entertainment and speakers* The purpose of
entertainment and speakers
* Endless entertainment choices
*
Entertainment planning
* Speaker selection process
8. Corporate
event planning* Planning and organizing
* Creating an event
program
* Creating an event schedule
9. Corporate event management*
Inviting delegates
* Managing the corporate event
* Monitoring
social activities
* Sending everyone home
10. Party planning*
Developing a party diary
* Creating the perfect party
* Party
planning timeline and 'to do' list
* Hosting a children's party
11.
Planning a dream wedding - Part one* The role of the Wedding
planner
* The planning process
* Wedding budgeting
* The wedding
timeline
12. Planning a dream wedding - Part two* Guest list
and invitations
* Photos and videos
* The wedding cake
* Wedding
flowers
* Ceremony music
* The final phase wedding timeline
13.
Writing event proposals* The importance of networking
*
Outlining an event proposal
* Event proposal format
* Sample event
proposal
14. Marketing your event planning business*
Marketing your event planning business
* The importance of a phone
number
* Printed materials
* Print ads
* Create a website
*
Networking
15. Finance* Setting up your business on a small
budget
* Types of business
* How to write a business plan
*
Pricing your services
* Business operations and accounting
16.
Writing event contracts* Event contract basics
* Contract
components
* Important legal terms
Course conclusion
