This programme provides an introduction to the principles and practices associated with planning, managing and staging of special events. 1. Event Planning 1.1 Understanding the brief 1.2 Analysing the event type: • Exhibitions • Conferences • Dinners • Seminars • Sports tournaments • Other events 1.3 Listing event goals 1.4 Budget forecasting 1.5 Initial event planning 1.6 Initial design of the event 1.7 Sourcing suppliers and venues 1.8 Duty rosters 1.9 Obtaining the correct permissions 1.10 Managing health and safety 1.11 Crowd Control 1.12 Ethical practice 1.13 Keeping the plan on track 1.14 Contingency planning 2. Event Design 2.1 Invitations • Table settings • Seating protocol • Flower arranging • Décor 2.2 Developing creative elements 2.3 Designing food and beverage menus 2.4 Scheduling entertainment 2.5 Site planning and inspection 2.6 Providing adequate event security 2.7 Co-coordinating event speakers
This programme provides an introduction to the principles and practices associated with planning, managing and staging of special events.