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Free Level 2 Event Planning Course Online – Burton and South Derbyshire College

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Event Planning Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and personal commitments. The course runs over 12 weeks and covers the skills needed to plan, organise and evaluate events. You'll explore marketing methods, market research, human resources, communication and customer service in an events context. This free event planning course for adults is open for enrolment throughout the year, so you can start when you're ready.

Who this course is for

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

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and organise events from start to finish.
  • You'll explore marketing methods and resources relevant to events.
  • You'll develop knowledge of market research techniques used in event planning.
  • You'll understand how human resources work within an events setting.
  • You'll build communication skills for working with clients, suppliers and teams.
  • You'll learn how to deliver customer service in an events context.
  • You'll practise evaluating events to identify what worked and what could improve.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace within the 12-week timeframe. Depending on the assessment method for your course, work is either automatically marked or reviewed by a dedicated tutor. Once you complete the course, you'll receive your certificate either as a download, an e-certificate from the awarding body, or by post.

What you will need to bring

Burton and South Derbyshire College will confirm anything you need before you start. When you enrol, you'll be asked to provide a copy of your ID within 48 hours.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Event coordinator. Organise and manage events for clients or organisations.
  • Wedding planner. Plan and deliver weddings and private celebrations.
  • Conference organiser. Coordinate business conferences and corporate events.
  • Events assistant. Support senior planners across all stages of an event.
  • Marketing assistant. Support campaigns and promotional events for a brand.
  • Venue coordinator. Manage bookings and logistics at an events venue.

What you could study next

A Level 3 qualification in Event Management is a natural next step, taking you into more senior planning and management roles. You could also look at a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration if you want to broaden your skills. For those interested in the marketing side of events, a Level 3 Award in Marketing is worth exploring.

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