Essentials of Successful Event Planning Workshop in Wellington

Get ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of event planning at our workshop – it's all about mastering the art of successful gatherings!
About this Event

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate

Language: English

Duration: 1 Day

Credits: 8

Refreshments: Snacks, Beverages and Lunch included in a classroom session

Course Delivery: Classroom

Offers: Group of 5 - 10 people 10% Discount, Group of 11 - 20 people 15% Discount

Course Overview:

Events do not just happen, they take time to plan, develop, and create. This workshop is designed to give your participants the tools needed to host a great event. They will touch on planning and administrative techniques that will give them the confidence to run an engaging event that will leave a positive and lasting impression on each attendee.

With our Event Planning workshop your participants will explore ways to work with vendors, security, technicians, and wait staff. They will touch on different event types such as awards ceremonies, charity events, and business conferences. By utilizing the correct skill set your participants will be provided the details to pull off a successful event.

Target Audience:

Anybody who is interested in learning Event Planning Skills

Learning Objectives:By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand:

Types of Events
Brainstorming
Types of Entertainment
Support Staff
Technical Staff
Vendors
Finalize the Plan
Administrative Tasks
Get Organized
Post Event Activities
Wrapping Up

Course Materials:

Attendees will receive a course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.

Technical Requirements:For eBooks:

Internet for downloading the eBook

Laptop, tablet, Smartphone, eReader (No Kindle)

Adobe DRM supported software (e.g. Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)

eBook download and activation instructions

CertificationUpon completing the course, you will receive a Course Completion Certificate from Leadflake.

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Agenda
Module One: Types of Events

Info: ● Awards
● Charity
● Conferences and Seminar
● Holiday
● Case Study
● Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: Brainstorming

Info: ● Determine the Event’s Purpose
● Determine a Theme
● Write Down & Review Ideas
● Determine a Date
● Case Study

Module Three: Types of Entertainment

Info: ● Games
● Activities
● Speakers
● Performers
● Case Study

Module Four: Support Staff

Info: ● Security
● Valet
● Wait Staff
● Clean up Crew
● Case Study

Module Five: Technical Staff

Info: ● Visual Technician (lighting)
● Media Technician (website, Facebook, etc.)
● Audio Technician (Sound)
● Specialized Electrical Equipment Technician (for performers)
● Case Study
● Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Vendors

Info: ● Food
● Equipment
● Decorations and Furnishing
● Photography/ Video
● Case Study

Module Seven: Finalize the Plan

Info: ● Venue
● Registration
● Entertainment
● Cuisine and Decor
● Case Study

Module Eight: Administrative Tasks

Info: ● Create a Budget
● Branding and Marketing
● Insurance and Permits
● Contracts (for event staff, entertainment, rentals, and vendors)
● Case Study

Module Nine: Get Organized

Info: ● Form a Team
● Timeline
● Checklists
● Backup Plans
● Case Study

Module Ten: Post Event Activities

Info: ● Survey
● Share Media (photos and video)
● Send Thank you Notes
● Start planning the Next Event!
● Case Study

Module Eleven: Wrapping Up

Info: ● Words From The Wise
● Review Of The Parking Lot
● Lessons Learned
● Recommended Reading
● Completion Of Action Plans And Ev