{"id":12645,"date":"2017-11-07T07:00:44","date_gmt":"2017-11-07T12:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/?p=12645"},"modified":"2017-11-07T07:00:44","modified_gmt":"2017-11-07T12:00:44","slug":"8-things-look-event-planning-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/8-things-look-event-planning-program","title":{"rendered":"8 Things to Look For in an Event Planning Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve finally decided that event planning is the career for you, one of the best things you can do for your career is to take an event planning course. By taking a course, you\u2019ll learn all the essential skills to succeed in the event management and planning industry.<\/p>\n<p>Besides the certificate or diploma at the end of your studies, you can reasonably predict the kinds of things you\u2019ll learn: the logistics of planning an event, the kinds of vendors you\u2019ll need to be familiar with, and what goes into event programming. But not all programs are created equal. Some programs may focus too much on theory over its practical application, where other programs may not have adequate student support to guide you through the material.<\/p>\n<p>What else should you be looking for in an event planning program besides the obvious budgeting, marketing, coordinating, etc., aspects of the job? Keep reading for our list of the 8 things to look for in an event planning program!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/8-things-look-event-planning-program\/#Program_Content\" >Program Content:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/8-things-look-event-planning-program\/#Your_Course_Providers\" >Your Course Providers:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Program_Content\"><\/span>Program Content:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Risk Management<\/h3>\n<p>All plans should come with an exit strategy. No, it doesn\u2019t mean that you bail on the event if something were to go wrong! It means that you\u2019re expected to help your clients prevent potential problems from arising and to come up with solutions on-the-go so that the event can finish its run as smoothly as possible.<\/p>\n<p>This is an integral part of the planning process because risk management is applied at every stage. Risk management comes in when you\u2019re scouting out venues, budgeting for entertainment, sourcing the caterers, and securing sponsorships. Many programs might weave aspects of risk management into the individual sections of the course, but we firmly believe it\u2019s important enough to have its own unit (at least!).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Studying-online.jpg\" alt=\"Woman learning online\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12649\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Studying-online.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Studying-online-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Post-event Evaluation<\/h3>\n<p>Learning to evaluate your work is one of the most important things you can do. Not only does it help you visualize what went right, what went okay, and what went wrong during an event, but it can also give you valuable insight into your own planning skills. If something didn\u2019t go as smoothly and efficiently as you had hoped, how can you improve? Learning how to evaluate your event from an emotional distance with a clear head is absolutely necessary if you want to have a successful business! Make sure your program teaches how to do this.<\/p>\n<h3>Business Foundations<\/h3>\n<p>A lot of event planners work with small planning companies or are self-employed. As such, many programs include business units or additional business courses so that graduates are fully prepared to launch their careers right from the get-go.<\/p>\n<p>You can expect to learn how to draft contracts and event proposals, conduct industry research, market your business, as well as learn how to network and build\/maintain industry contacts. Stripped-down event planning programs may exclude these business aspects, but you may want to look for courses that specifically advertise this depending on your ultimate career goals.<\/p>\n<h3>Cultural Variations and Sensitivity<\/h3>\n<p>As the event industry expands, more and more groups are seeking to throw events outside of the basic corporate party theme or formal church wedding. Understanding different cultural variations of weddings and throwing events around sensitive issues isn\u2019t something that can be improvised. As an event planner, you have to take into consideration not only your clients but their guests and invitees of the event you\u2019re planning. The last thing you want is a PR disaster for the company who hired you.<\/p>\n<p>Optimistically you walk away unscathed, but realistically? You might have to change your business name. <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/cultural-wedding-variations.jpg\" alt=\"Henna makeup for wedding\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/cultural-wedding-variations.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/cultural-wedding-variations-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Course_Providers\"><\/span>Your Course Providers:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Is the course a mixture of both theory and application?<\/h3>\n<p>Event planning is very much a hands-on career. You cannot learn how to properly execute an event by having your head in the clouds! In real life, there are all sorts of factors you have to consider. On paper, you may not have to consider the consequences of a freak storm, or how to chase down contracted vendors who aren\u2019t perfectly reliable or professional. Textbooks without case studies or courses without fieldwork can only present so many scenarios\u2014your course needs to be able to teach you how to think on your feet!<\/p>\n<p>If your school has a money-back guarantee, it can be a great way for you to enroll, check out the course first-hand, and see if it\u2019s right for you. The last thing you want to do is enroll blindly and after spending thousands of dollars on a program, find out that it\u2019s not what you wanted. <\/p>\n<h3>Is the instructor an industry professional?<\/h3>\n<p>Make sure you find out who your instructors are. Credible institutions will offer a list of instructors for their event planning programs. Just like in prestigious universities, the instructors should be industry professionals with many years of experience. When it comes to this type of career, experience is essential. Having a reputable instructor can nurture your critical thinking abilities and give you insider tips on how to give your clients the best possible service. Learning from the best can give you a leg-up when you graduate. Who knows, perhaps you develop a great relationship with your instructor and go on to work with them in a professional capacity! <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/event-design.jpg\" alt=\"wedding table decor and centerpieces\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/event-design.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/event-design-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Are the tutors providing you with constructive feedback?<\/h3>\n<p>Your instructors and tutors should not just be giving you a letter grade and leaving it at that. If that was the point, all your tests would be multiple-choice and on scantron\u2014why are you even bothering with the course? To help yourself improve and be able to work in the real world, you want to get as much feedback as possible at every opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s always room to improve, so having tutors who only compliment you on your work are actually doing you a disservice! Your clients in real life will be telling you what they like and don\u2019t like about your plans, so you need to get used to it.<\/p>\n<h3>Are there any program success stories?<\/h3>\n<p>If your event planning course has many <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/category\/graduate-features\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">successful graduates<\/a>, the school is probably advertising it proudly! You can judge how good a program is based on all the criteria mentioned above, but the best evidence of a great program is the long list of successful entrepreneurs who have undergone the course.<\/p>\n<p>As with the instructors, there is probably evidence of the success or failure of these key graduates online and in the industry. Yes, hard work and a bit of luck is an integral part of succeeding in the field, but having a well-rounded education is fundamental, too! Otherwise, how would they know where to start?<\/p>\n<p>Do some research into what graduates have to say about the program, and see if these graduates were able to accomplish what they had hoped to when they started their education. Another key place to find this feedback? Through Facebook reviews!<\/p>\n<p><i><\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\">You aren\u2019t bound to just becoming an event planner when you graduate! Find out <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/06\/5-competitive-careers-that-benefit-from-event-planning-courses\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">what other careers benefit from event planning courses<\/a>!<\/h3>\n<p><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn the 8 things that every event planning program should offer. 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