Introduction to Events Management

Event Management when compared to other traditional professions such as medicine, law and accounting is relatively a young field. It is an area that is growing rapidly and now represents hundreds of professionals who are responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating a wide range of events all year round.

CONTENT

The Concept of Event Management

• A Definition of Event Management
• Brief History of how Event Management became a profession
• The Role of the Event Manager and Event Coordinator

The Event Planning Process

• Basic principles necessary to master Event Management
• The knots and bolts involved in event planning (Needs assessment and feasibility
• The key elements necessary to ensure that your event is successful
• How to conduct an effective venue inspection
• The use of SWOT analysis and Time Lines to formulate an effective event plan.

Event Team Dynamics

• Team skills, understanding the different tasks, activities and functions of your team when planning an event.
• Establishing the reporting process and chain of command in decision making
• All elements involved in coordinating the event from start to completion
• The importance of adopting the right attitude, one of problem solving and coming up with solutions, the ability to think on your feet. 

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.

DATE:

1ST BATCH:              12th – 15th January, 2021                                                    

2ND BATCH:             8th – 11th June, 2021

3RD BATCH:             5th – 8th October, 2021