About the Programme

Events - big or small - are successful when they run smoothly, adequate resources are provided for the participants, and attendees' expectations are fully met.. The key to good event project management is planning and preparing effectively, providing for contingencies, and having a flexible and adaptable approach.

Course Objectives

• To learn basic planning and organizing skills to ensure any event you organize completes on schedule and on target
• To understand the mechanisms to control the cost of an event
• To learn to derive maximum PR benefit from an event
• To understand the value of making contingency plans

DAY ONE

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• The Event
• Event Project Lifecycle
• Identifying Key Players
• Classification Of Events
• Event Project Life Cycle
• Managing Internal & External Changes
• Pre-Budgeting For Events
• Evaluating The Venue
• Evaluating The Venue
• Feasibility Studies
• Event Promotion
• Tools For Promotion
• The Promotion Schedule
• Managing Press Releases
• Event - Concept & Design
• Developing The Concept
• Analysis & Logistics
• Feasibility - Green Or Red Light?
• Event Proposal
• The Planning Process
• Committing Resources
• Budget & Financial Management
• Permits, Licences & Sponsorships
• Marketing & Promotion
• Organizing Sponsorship
• Safety & Security
• Risk Management

DAY TWO

• The Event
• The Programme
• Management Of The Event
• Safety & Crowd Management
• Post Event
• Debriefing & Evaluation Reports
• Sponsors & Media Feedback

Case studies & practical exercises will be used during the course to make this a lively & participative programme. Delegates will have the opportunity to discuss ideas & concerns regarding forthcoming events they are responsible for coordinating. It is impossible to anticipate every eventuality, but this course will provide a thorough understanding of what the event manager should expect.

Who Should Attend?

Those people who are responsible for any type of event or public occasion such as: conferences, seminars, sports competitions, product launches, exhibitions, gala dinners, musical events, etc. Learn vital planning techniques that will help you to plan events better, which can also be used in other areas of your work to help you meet deadlines and coordinate projects.

The program is more innovative and stands the test of time.

Sunday Arimoro

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