About this Event
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About This Course
Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session
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 you 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 you will be provided the details to pull off a successful event.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, you 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
Target Audience:
Anybody who is interested in learning Event Planning Skills
Why is it Right Fit for You?
This program is ideal if you want to confidently plan and execute successful events without overlooking critical details. It equips you with practical tools to manage vendors, coordinate staff, control budgets, and organize timelines efficiently. Whether you are planning corporate events, charity functions, conferences, or internal gatherings, this course provides structured guidance from concept to post-event evaluation, ensuring professional and impactful results.
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Can this Event Planning Training be customized for our organization?
Yes, we offer customized in-house Event Planning programs tailored to your organization’s event types, internal processes, branding standards, and logistical requirements. The training can incorporate real event scenarios, vendor partnerships, and operational challenges specific to your organization. Delivery format, duration, and focus areas can be adapted to ensure practical relevance and measurable success.
📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session: [email protected]
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 Two: Review Questions
Module Three: Types of Entertainment
Info: ● Games
● Activities
● Speakers
● Performers
● Case Study
● Module Three: Review Questions
Module Four: Support Staff
Info: ● Security
● Valet
● Wait Staff
● Clean up Crew
● Case Study
● Module Four: Review Questions
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 Six: Review Questions
Module Seven: Finalize the Plan
Info: ● Venue
● Registration
● Entertainment
● Cuisine and Decor
● Case Study
● Module Seven: Review Questions
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 Eight: Review Questions
Module Nine: Get Organized
Info: ● Form a Team
● Timeline
● Checklists
● Backup Plans
● Case Study
● Module Nine: Review Questions
Module Ten: Post Event Activities
Info: ● Survey
● Share Media (photos and video)
● Send Thank you Notes
● Start planning the Next Event!
● Case Study
● Module Ten: Review Questions
Module Eleven: Wrapping Up
Info: ● Words From The Wise
● Review Of The Parking Lot
● Lessons Learned
● Recommended Reading
● Completion Of Action Plans And Evaluations
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Regus – AB, Calgary – McDougall, 639 5 Ave SW, Suite 2500 Calgary, AB T2P 0M9 Canada, Calgary, Canada
CAD 605.73 to CAD 776.51
