Event planners help individuals and organizations arrange details for large events like meetings and conferences. They consult with their clients to determine what they need and locate and contract with vendors like venues and caterers. Planners must work within a budget and make sure that everything goes according to plan on the day of the event.

In this course you will learn tips, tricks, and best practices to become a successful event planner. You’ll get all the knowledge and skills you need for event management and planning

Whether it's a wedding, educational conference, or business convention, meeting and events bring people together for a common purpose. Learn the fundamentals of event planning, explore the various facets of an event planner's job, define industry terms and gain practical insight into the valuable tools and resources available to become a successful event planner.

This course covers topics such as understanding your client's objectives, selecting a venue, getting the right technology in place, negotiating a budget, and building menus. We'll also cover how to manage the countless details that occur in the weeks leading up to an event. Plus, learn about the follow up process afterwards to make sure your clients and your vendors are satisfied.

By the end of this course you will understand what it takes to become a successful event planner.