Why Choose
QC Event School
QC's Event Planning certification course provides students with the most comprehensive training available to succeed in the event industry.
- No previous training is required—our premium event planning course is designed to take you from beginner to expert
- Personalized feedback & advice on your assignments from our top industry event planning experts
- Thriving virtual community to connect with other event planners, get feedback, and gain access to bonus material
- Built-in business training to help you launch your career and grow your clientele as a certified event planner
- Discounts and affiliations with top organizations including Aisle Planner and the International Live Events Association
Hear From Students and Grads
We've helped 30,000+ students and graduates start their own successful event and wedding planning businesses!
“It's a nice feeling to be able to hang both my certificates on my wall for clients to see. I think people get a sense of ease when they know you're a certified professional.”
“I loved the convenience of doing training online—rather than in-person—because you can do the course a little bit at a time, whenever it's convenient for your schedule.”
“My experiences were 10/10 overall. As a QC Event School graduate, I would definitely recommend these courses!”
“The statement that these credentials add to my resume is invaluable. It gives clients reassurance that they're in capable hands.”
“The coursework was pertinent to the industry and it was super convenient to do it online! The flexibility fit into my life perfectly.”
“I like that QC has a community you can connect with and get help from while working on the course. It’s also very valuable to have a reputable certification that I can now hand to clients.”
Here's What You'll Learn
QC's comprehensive event planning course will show you how to work with a wide variety of clients from tech and non-profit to government and fashion! You'll learn how to:
- Plan and organize industry events, milestone parties, holiday parties, and more
- Develop a unique theme, atmosphere, and vision for events with your clients
- Hire and negotiate contracts with popular and niche event vendors
- Discuss, create, and balance any client budget with confidence
- Work as an internal event planner at a company or start a new business
- Build your brand and market your new event planning services
Event Planning Certification
Once you graduate from your online event planning course, you'll receive a certification and be able to use the designation of International Event Planning Professional™ (IEPP™).
The IEPP certification is approved by the International Live Events Association and cements your credibility as an established industry professional giving you a competitive edge in your local industry!
Meet Your New Event Planning Instructor
Candice Coppola is an incredibly talented entrepreneur and former owner of a wedding planning & design business called Jubilee Events. With her unique flair, she's created amazing events all over the world, from New York to Fiji, and even Costa Rica. She's no stranger to big budgets either, managing events that cost upwards of $1,000,000! With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Candice is a passionate and driven coach, instructor, and mentor, helping aspiring individuals in the event-planning business reach their entrepreneurial goals.
Course Outline
The Event Planning Course is divided into four parts, each comprising separate training units.
- Dive into event planning and explore the ways in which you can create unique event concepts to wow your clients with events they'll remember forever
- Learn all about the event planning timeline so that you'll be ready to organize and prioritize important tasks
- Discover how you can work with clients to build a realistic event budget and study strategies to keep your costs on track
- Learn how to use the different components of an event from decor to the menu to make an event concept come to life
- Discover how to select ideal venues based on your clients' needs, budget and your event concept
- Study the pros and cons of different seating arrangements so that you'll be ready to create a plan that accommodates all your client's guests—and looks great at the same time!
- Learn how to interview caterers and plan a delicious menu with your event concept as well as dietary restrictions in mind
- Learn how the planning process varies between different types of events including children's birthday parties, themed parties, holiday celebrations and religious rites
- Discover creative ways to celebrate milestone occasions that your clients will never forget
- Find out how you can assist clients during difficult times such as planning a funeral, as well as during happy moments including celebrations for religious rites
- Study the planning processes for industry and special events, as well as for charities and community partners to ensure you're well versed in all types of event planning
- Practice identifying potential challenges you might face when planning and executing an event, and learn how to develop strategies to help you overcome them
- Learn to develop effective contingency plans to ensure your events run smoothly even if something doesn't go as planned
- Explore the types of insurance you may need to protect yourself and your clients from potential risks
- Rest assured knowing you're always well prepared!
Have Questions About the Course?
Don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated student support team for guidance and support. Your success is our priority!
Contact UsAccess an Exclusive Virtual Community Where Creativity Thrives
Be a member of QC's supportive Virtual Community where students and graduates can connect with mentors, share insights and grow together. Tap into free webinars where top event planners share industry secrets, and take part in lively discussions covering everything from your latest assignment to your next career move. We're here to inspire and enhance your educational journey.
Join us in shaping the future of the event industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
The average event planner salary is around $50,000 to $60,000 per year. Top earners in the industry can make even more depending on their experience, niche, and client base. According to Allied Market Research, the global events industry is booming, valued at over $736.8 billion annually. With QC's training, you can launch your career in under three months and start earning a share of this exciting market.
Many successful event planners increase their income by offering multiple services. After completing QC's Event & Wedding Planning course, you can expand your business by taking additional courses in Floral Design, Event Decor or Corporate Event Planning.
No! Your Event Planning course will teach you how to become an event planner without a license or an expensive event planning degree. When you graduate, you will receive a certificate designating you an International Event Planning Professional™ (IEPP™). Your event planner certification will show your colleagues and clients that you have all the skills and knowledge required to plan and transform spaces, and set you apart in the event planning industry.
When you take QC's Event Planning course, you can work at your own pace and according to your own schedule. You can become a certified event planner and start booking clients in under two months! If you want to take your time, you have a full year to complete your lessons and assignments and earn your event planning certification.
Yes! QC Event School is accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), holding the highest possible consumer rating (A+) and a positive 100% consumer ranking. Additionally, QC Event School's programs are approved by the International Live Events Association (ILEA), recognizing our commitment to high-quality training and industry standards in event education.
When you enroll in QC Event School, you can be confident that we have been in business since 1984 and have a superb track record with students and customers.
No, you do not need any previous experience in the event industry to succeed in QC's event planning courses! Whatever career path you choose, QC's courses will teach you everything you need to know, from consulting with clients to selecting venues and vendors, in order to become a qualified event and wedding planning professional.
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