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Quick Look Course Summary:Events Management & Planning Beginners Course
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  • Length: 2 day(s)

  • Price (at your venue): 1 Person R 8,761 EX VAT 3 Person R 6,937 EX VAT 10 Person R 5,067 EX VAT

  • Certification Type:Accredited

  • Locations & Venues: Off-site or in-house. We train in all major city centres throughout South Africa.

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    Events Management & Planning Beginners Course: Introduction

    Need to plan large or small events, either as an individual or as an employee? We have just the course for you. No prior knowledge of event management is necessary. So whether you’re selling Tupperware or organising a corporate fundraiser, our events management course will give you the tools to make your event a success.

    Events Management & Planning Beginners Course :Course Outline

    1. Developing a Plan for the Event
    Applying the principles of Project Management
    Needs Analysis
    Appointing the Team Leader
    Forming a Committee
    Brainstorming

    2. Tasks and Assignments
    Defining major tasks
    Using forms for control and maintenance
    Arranging documents
    Matching tasks with people
    Understanding personality styles
    Cooperation

    3. Vendors and Sponsors
    Negotiating with vendors
    Negotiation language
    Developing Negotiation Skills
    Arriving at a compromise
    Documentation for agreements
    Soliciting sponsors
    The benefits of sponsorship
    Developing sponsorship prospects

    4. Marketing the event
    Advertising
    Attract attention with marketing
    Designing a logo
    Defining the target audience
    Setting up a web site
    Media coverage
    Building media relationships
    Writing a press release

    5. Dealing with the Unexpected
    Preventing problems from occurring
    Situational Priorities
    Recovering from the unexpected
    Addressing additional considerations

    6. Reviewing the event
    Debriefing promptly
    Giving effective feedback
    Compiling even evaluations
    Documenting results
    Showing appreciation

    Events Management & Planning Beginners Course: Course Duration

    2 day/s

    Who should attend: Events Management & Planning Beginners Course

    This course is intended for novices in event planning.

    **Quote does not include Any Exam Fees (if applicable)

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    Is this course accredited?

    BOTI offers a mix of SETA-accredited, internationally-certified (VMEdu) and non-accredited skills-programme courses. Please confirm a specific course's accreditation status with us when you enquire. All delegates receive a certificate of completion.

    Can this course be delivered in-house at our premises?

    Yes. Every BOTI course can be delivered on-site at your offices anywhere in South Africa, or at a scheduled public venue, and can be customised to your team and industry.

    How do I book or get a quote?

    Use the enquiry form on this page for a tailored quote, or call 011 882 8853 / email [email protected]. The course length and next public course date are shown in the Quick Look summary.

    Can this training count towards our B-BBEE scorecard?

    Yes - skills development training can contribute to your B-BBEE scorecard, and where learnerships apply you may also access SETA grants and the Section 12H tax allowance. Ask us how to structure it for maximum points.

    Do you tailor the training to our industry?

    Yes. Our training is built around your business, using practical, real-world examples relevant to your team and sector.

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