The event planning industry has expanded significantly in recent years and event management has become a critical skill that employers are looking for. Whether the event is a small private gathering or a large corporate event, event planning skills are necessary to ensure the event achieves its desired outcome. Spending for special events worldwide is estimated to be at $500 billion annually. The market for a certified event planner has never been stronger.
Event planners help prepare events of all sizes. These events can be celebrations likes weddings and birthdays. They can be educational events like conferences and corporate meetings. They might also be political events or large rallies. The point is, events can be social or business related. Planners must plan and research all aspects of an event. This includes everything from the event design and layout to transportation, activities, and security.
When it comes to large or complex events, companies often realize they need the assistance of a certified professional to help ensure the event is run properly. Companies will often look to hire someone with a certification, experience, or both to help run important events. Getting your event planner certification can be the first step in building a strong background in the events industry.
An Event Planner Certification is designed to show that you have the skills to effectively run a large corporate and professional event. The Quality Event Planner Certification, developed and issued exclusively through the Management and Strategy Institute, may give the recipient the additional skills and qualifications that employers are looking for in today’s competitive job market.
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Course Syllabus [.pdf] | Sales Brochure [.pdf]
Managing events What is an event What is involved Define your objectives Screening ideas Filter out ideas Planning & budgeting WBS Work packages Cost-Benefit analysis Contingency plans Budgeting mistakes Time management Risk management Gantt chart | Critical path Risk analysis Venue Strategic planning Feasibility Study Event Manual Storyboarding Shutdown process Promoting the event Pre-event publicity At-event publicity Post-event publicity Final Exam: Timed exam PCUs earned: 30 |
No, the Event Planner certification program is designed for someone with a general knowledge of event planning principles. The included study material covers all required information to prepare for the exam.
To successfully plan an event it is important to have a solid understanding of event and project planning principles. This certification exam is an open-note, timed exam. You will not be able to look up answers to questions while taking the test. This exam is designed to make sure you have a strong understanding of event planner principles.
The Event Planner certification, by definition, is a high-level certification. It is designed to give you a solid understanding of most facets of quality event planning. It does not require a project to complete. This professional development course was designed to teach someone with little knowledge of event planning the basic skills needed to function as a event planner within an organization as well as in the private sector. Many executive jobs today require that their employees have at least a basic understanding of Event Planning. For an example, click on this [Job Search] link to see how many positions mention the words “Event Planner”.
The training course is self-paced. Time to complete and fully comprehend will vary with every individual. It may take several days or weeks of study before you feel comfortable to take the final test. You may take the final exam as soon as you’re ready. You have 1 year from the date of purchase to complete the course.
Yes, MSI offers digital books for those who would like to order additional materials to assist with their studies. These books are not required, but will help you prepare for the certification exam:
This certification exam is timed with a limit of 3 hours. The exam is completed online from home or work. You may take the exam as soon as you are ready, it does not need to be scheduled in advance. All questions are multiple choice.
Participants who successfully complete this certification program will receive 30 Professional Competency Units (PCUs) from MSI.
You will be mailed a Certificate Of Completion, as well as a letter of congratulations and two copies of our training verification letters which you can give to employers who request it. The certificate is heavy-stock, cream paper suitable for framing.
Certifications are generally the last item listed under the education section of your resume. List them directly beneath your college information in this format:
Certifications:
Management and Strategy Institute
– Certified Quality Event Planner (CQEP)™
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