Useful Information
-Mode of Study: Online Learning
-Level: 2
-Duration: 12 weeks
-Awarding/validation body: TQUK
Funding Information:
Please note that this course is only available for funding to individuals residing outside the Greater London area.
Typically, eligible learners will have postcodes that fall outside this catchment area.
For more information, please refer to the GLA postcode map- https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_postcode_map_a3_map1.pdf.
If you are uncertain about your residency status, please contact our Admissions Department at 020 8760 5934 or via email at admissions@croydon.ac.uk.
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Course Overview
In recent years, the events industry has experienced steady growth. According to Eventbrite, 67% of event organizers anticipate an increase in attendee numbers over the next year, while 39% of professionals in the corporate events sector expect their budgets to rise.
This qualification aims to equip learners with the essential skills needed to plan, organize, and evaluate events effectively. Key areas of focus include marketing methods and resources, market research, human resources, communication, and customer service specific to the events industry.
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Course Highlights
This Course Includes the Following Units:
- Unit 1: Planning an Event
Explore the key elements of event planning, including setting objectives, budgeting, and logistical considerations.
- Unit 2: Reviewing and Evaluating an Event
Learn how to assess the success of an event, including techniques for gathering feedback and analyzing performance metrics.
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Unit 3: Marketing and Market Research for Event Planning
Understand the fundamentals of marketing strategies and conduct market research to identify target audiences and promotional opportunities.
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Unit 4: Planning Human Resources for Events
Gain insights into effective human resource management, including staffing, team dynamics, and volunteer coordination.
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-Unit 5: Communication and Customer Service for Events
Develop essential communication skills and customer service techniques to ensure a positive experience for all event participants.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
This qualification is ideal for a diverse range of learners seeking to develop their knowledge and understanding of planning and managing events. It serves as a valuable introduction for those aspiring to become event planners, as well as for individuals currently in or preparing for various job roles across multiple sectors that require event planning and organization as part of their responsibilities.
Additionally, this qualification can enhance your employability in sectors such as corporate events, non-profit organizations, and community services, where effective event planning is a key responsibility.
Learners may also choose to pursue further studies in related areas, such as advanced event management, marketing, or hospitality management, to deepen their expertise and advance their careers.
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Assessment
Throughout the course, learners will be assessed by answering a series of questions. These assessments will be submitted through the online learning platform, EQUAL, and evaluated by the tutor. Learners will receive feedback for each completed assessment, ensuring they can track their progress and improve their understanding.
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Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course; however, learners should have at least a Level 1 qualification in literacy or an equivalent credential. Our Level 1 and 2 distance learning courses are available free of charge for those eligible for government funding, provided you meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Must be 19 years or older.
- Ages 19-23: You must hold a full Level 2 qualification or higher, such as five GCSEs or O Levels at grades A-C (or 9-4), two or three AS Levels, one A Level, NVQ Level 2, First Certificate, or Principles of Learning Level 2.
- Ages 24 and Over: No qualifications are required.
- Enrolment Status: You must not be enrolled in any other distance learning course with us.
- Residency Requirement: You must have been living in the UK for the last three years.
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