Event Planning Fundamentals
This one-day program introduces the core steps of planning, organising, and executing successful events. The course simplifies event planning into structured stages—concept development, budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, and execution. Through practical tools and real examples, you learn how to manage timelines, anticipate challenges, and deliver seamless event experiences.
Online
Aug-27, 2026
Virtual
1 Day
About this course
This one-day program introduces the core steps of planning, organising, and executing successful events. The course simplifies event planning into structured stages—concept development, budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, and execution. Through practical tools and real examples, you learn how to manage timelines, anticipate challenges, and deliver seamless event experiences.
What you'll learn
- Understand the complete process of planning and executing events successfully
- Learn how to create budgets, timelines, and event structures with ease
- Coordinate venues, vendors, and logistics effectively
- Develop strong organisational and communication skills for event management
- Gain confidence in managing on-site execution and evaluating event outcomes
Course Contents
Module 1: Introduction to Event Planning
- Understanding event objectives
- Types of events and planning structures
- Key responsibilities of an event planner
- Activity
Module 2: Concept Development & Event Design
- Brainstorming event themes
- Identifying audience needs
- Aligning ideas with purpose and goals
- Activity
Module 3: Budgeting & Cost Management
- Creating a realistic event budget
- Tracking expenses and vendor costs
- Preventing overspending
- Case Study
Module 4: Venue Selection & Logistics Planning
- Choosing suitable venues
- Understanding logistic requirements
- Managing layout, flow, and accessibility
- Activity
Module 5: Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Identifying and communicating with vendors
- Contracts, timelines, and deliverables
- Managing expectations and changes
- Role Play
Module 6: Event Timeline & Task Scheduling
- Building a detailed event timeline
- Assigning tasks and responsibilities
- Managing last-minute adjustments
- Activity
Module 7: Marketing & Promotion Essentials
- Creating basic promotional plans
- Using digital channels effectively
- Understanding key messaging
- Activity
Module 8: On-Site Execution & Management
- Managing check-ins, setup, and flow
- Handling issues during the event
- Ensuring a smooth guest experience
- Activity
Module 9: Post-Event Review & Evaluation
- Collecting feedback
- Analysing event success
- Improving future events
- Activity
Who Should Attend
- Aspiring event planners
- Freelancers
- Corporate staff involved in planning or coordinating events
Prerequisites
None
Course Materials
Course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.
Strategic Growth Leader & Social Entrepreneur
Folisade Garden
Emotional Intelligence • Leadership Coaching • Professional Trainer
Folisade Garden is a seasoned social entrepreneur and CEO with a passion for building thriving ventures and developing exceptional leaders. As a strategic growth expert, she brings 10+ years of go-to-market strategy, business management, and operational excellence to her work.
Her success spans multiple industries, including e-commerce and CPG, where she successfully brought 3,000+ premium products to national and global markets. With deep expertise in recruiting, talent sourcing, and people management, Folisade has established herself as a trusted leadership coach specializing in transforming teams and individuals.
Beyond corporate training, Folisade is a prolific content creator, hosting a popular YouTube channel dedicated to wellness and neuroscience topics, and maintains a WordPress blog sharing insights on leadership and personal development.
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