What will I learn?
This course is ideal for those who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of planning and organising events. The course is designed for individuals who want to gain the skills required to plan, manage and evaluate events effectively with that be for a business or a personal event.
Event planning skills are widely used across sectors including corporate, hospitality, leisure and community services. Employers value individuals who can organise, communicate effectively and manage logistics
The course will explore key areas such as event planning, marketing, human resources, and communication. You will also gain an understanding of how to evaluate events and improve future performance.
- Planning an Event
- Reviewing and Evaluating an Event
- Marketing and Market Research for Event Planning
- Planning Human Resources for Events
This is a fully online course, designed to be flexible, allowing you to study at a time that suits you. Target submission dates are provided to support your progress and can usually be adjusted if needed.
The course is assessed through short essay-style responses that demonstrate your understanding of the subject. All coursework must be complete by course end dates.
You will receive an email with a login to access the course and assessments. On successful completion you will receive a West College Scotland e-Certificate.
What qualifications do I need?
As the course is online you will need basic IT skills, access to internet facilities and a suitable device such as a laptop or tablet. If you don’t have access to equipment at home, you may be able to use local library services, or if you’re local to West College Scotland, our campus libraries.
You can only undertake one SL5 or 6 course at a time.
This course does not require a personal statement.
What can I do after?
On completion of this course, learners may progress to further study in event management, hospitality, business or marketing at SCQF Level 6 and above.
It is also a good starting point for those individuals who are interested in entering a career as an events assistant, hospitality assistant or administrative role.
Programme Information
SL5 is comparable with SCQF Level 5
Start Date: This course is available on an open basis throughout the session. Once your enrolment is processed your course will start 7-10 days later when you have received your logon information.
Course hours: 160
Number of weeks: 20, that's just 8 hours per week
You could complete in 10 weeks or use the full 20 weeks - it's up to you
Please be aware that you could be withdrawn from your course if submission dates are vastly overdue. If at any point you are struggling with deadlines you should contact us for an extension which we will assign where possible.
On successful completion and confirmation of results following internal processes, you will receive your college e-certificate which you can print and/or save for your records. Please note a fee may be required if a hard copy certificate is requested
Cost:
These courses are fully funded for individuals who meet the eligibility criteria:
- Resident in Scotland full-time, including refugees and asylum seekers
- Be a Parent or a Carer responsible for a child under 18 living at home
- Be in paid work – employed or self-employed
- Earn an income below £33,000 – your annual income before tax
If you do not meet these criteria, you may be eligible via other methods, visit our Free Courses page to find out more.
Please note: You can apply for one 20 week course or up to three 5-9 week courses.
Companies looking to undertake this course for multiple staff or as part of a funded workforce training plan, should contact Online Learning Contact Form.
