Event Management and Wedding Planning Level 4 Distance Learning courseEM307

Course Info

Support

As a valued student of Start Learning you will have the facility to use our personal tutor service.  At Start Learning we have a friendly team of highly qualified and experienced tutors.  A tutor will be allocated to our student for 12 months, starting from when study materials are received.  The tutors are contacted via email and are responsible for marking assignments and guiding you through the course to ensure you are ready for your examinations.

Entry Requirements

No prior knowledge is needed although a reasonable level of literacy is preferred.
At Start Learning we believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further.  Therefore we do not have strict entry requirements; we take factors such as, experience, enthusiasm, self motivation etc into consideration.  Students will be given plenty of resources to help them overcome obstacles.  Start Learning tutors will also aid our students and answer queries.       

Recommended Hours of Study

It is recommended that approximately 110 hours of your time should be allocated towards study for the Wedding Planning and Starting your own Business course.

Course Contents

The course is structured as follows:

1.       The principal issues around setting up and operating a company. In this section you will learn about the legal aspects of setting up a business and the in-and-outs of financing it.

2.       The importance of observing Health and Safety requirements. Whilst not the most exciting part of the course, this area is critical to be aware of as ignoring it could land you in heaps of trouble!

3.       Environmental and ethical issues. These very pertinent issues are part-and-parcel of planning nowadays as more companies and individuals feel the need to play a part in making the planet a better place.

4.       How to plan for private clients. The first of the sections looking at the requirements of specific client groups.

5.       The principal logistical issues to be addressed when arranging an event. This is the real nuts-and bolts sections dealing with what you need to do at a basic organising level.

6.       The main features of large scale event organisation. Large scale events pose their own set of difficulties and challenges, and this section highlights some of these and how they might be dealt with.

7.       How to plan for corporate clients. Corporate clients will want you to help them plan for their specific company-driven objectives, and this section will give you an idea of how to balance your own vision with that of your corporate client.

8.       Maintaining coordination on event-day. It’s no good organising an event in detail if you don’t ensure that it rolls out as it’s meant to on the day. The main aspects of co-ordination are brought to the fore here.

9.       The main aspects of companies’ in-house events. As with Corporate clients, companies will expect you to help them achieve their targets so you will have to immerse yourself in their ‘culture’ if you want to understand this whilst, of course, maintaining your own standards and individuality.

10.     The requirements of special events. Whether it’s a VIP visit or an Official Opening, these types of events pose their own challenges.

11.     The process of selecting an appropriate venue. It’s no good organising an event if the venue is inappropriate! Guidance here as to how this might be avoided. 

12.     The principal features of organising a wedding event. The very personal and specific events around weddings are dealt with in this section.

13.     The importance and process of marketing a business. Get your business known by taking into account the advice given in this comprehensive section.

14.     Developing an Event Plan. This is where all you have learnt comes together! Two case studies are provided for you to work through and submit to your tutor for your final assignment.

As well as the tutor-assessed case studies, we also provide a number of shorter scenarios for you to practise on where you can get an idea of what will be involved

Easy Payment Plan

50% Deposit + Postage = £240 + £4.95 (This is paid when signing up for the course)

First Instalment = £80 (This is paid 1 month after signing up for the course)

Second Instalment = £80 (This is paid 2 months after signing up for the course)

Third Instalment = £80 (This is paid 3 months after signing up for the course)

Call us on 0800 074 1222 or email us at info@start-learning.co.uk if you would like to set up a payment plan.

Qualification

Qualification

Level 4 Award in Event and Wedding – Planning and Co-ordination.

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 4 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland"

FAQ's

Q: I have no experience of Wedding Planning nor have ever worked for myself. Would this course be suitable?
A: Yes, we will teach you all you need to know to start your own business as a Wedding Planner.

Q: What type of support will I receive?
A: You will be allocated an experienced tutor who will guide you through the course, mark your assignments and generally help you with any problems you may have. Your tutors can be contacted via email and post. If you need to speak to a student advisor, you can telephone Start Learning.

Q: Is the course properly accredited?
A: Yes, on successful completion of this course you will receive a Level 4 in Event and Wedding – Planning and Co-ordination..

Q: Can I use letters after my name?
A: Yes, you can use the initials Dip.EMWP.

Q: How do I send in my work?
A: You can post or email your assignments for marking. It is best to send your assignments in one at a time so the tutor can mark one and give you the feedback.

Q: If I fail an assignment can I retake it?
A: Yes, your tutor will ask you to resubmit your assignment and give you some pointers as to where you could improve.

Q: Is there a time limit or any deadlines?
A: We do like you to complete the course within 12 months but we can extend this if you check with your tutor. If you allow 110 study hours, this will give you a good guide. There are no deadlines to meet.

Q: Is there a word count for my assignments?
A: No, there is no specific word count but you have to prove to the tutor that you have fully understood the questions. One sentence answers will not be accepted; your tutor will send them back to you and ask you to redo them.

Q: What if I don’t like the course? Can I send it back?
A: Yes, if you are not happy with the course and feel it is not for you, you can return it within 7 days as per the terms and conditions on our web site www.start-learning.co.uk

Q: Do I need a computer to take the course?
A: No, but if you have one, you will receive tutor support and results of your assignments faster.

Q: Is this course paper-based or on CD Rom?
A: All our courses are paper based and come in attractive folders.