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Launch a Career in Event Management & Wedding Planning

Build practical skills in event coordination and wedding planning business through 400 hours of self-paced online study, earning an ICOES and CPD-accredited certificate.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

100% Online, Study at Your Own Pace

Study whenever suits you with 18 months of course access and approximately 400 hours of content. No fixed class times or exams.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Access unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, allowing you to share it on SEEK and stand out to employers.

Career Centre Access

Upon enrolment, gain instant access to The Career Academy's Career Centre, including the latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation resources.

Career Success Bundle (Upgrade Available)

Optional upgrade providing expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job search strategies.

Digital Marketing with AI Module (Optional)

A Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI unlocks after completing the core modules at no extra charge, covering digital marketing strategies using AI tools.

Institute of Hospitality Endorsement

This programme is reviewed and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international professional body committed to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.

Certificate in Event Management

Additional certification issued alongside the course.

400 hours of content with 18 months to complete at your own pace
Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Event Operations Manager (Trainee)Wedding CoordinatorConference Services SupervisorVenue Sales & Planning AssistantLogistics & Production CoordinatorEvent Marketing OfficerClient Relations Manager (Events)Bridal Services ManagerEvent Budgeting AnalystBusiness Development Coordinator (Events)

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 24 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

24Total Units
23Core Units
1Electives

Core Units

Scope and Nature of Event Management
Developing the Concept
Physical and Human Resources
Project Logistics
Marketing an Event
Financial Management
Risk Management
Staging the Event
After the Event
Introduction to Weddings
Planning a Wedding
Managing People for a Wedding

 

Managing Locations Associated with a Wedding
Managing the Programme
Managing Services in Support of a Wedding
Managing the Wedding Client
Managing the Wedding Day
Planning Your Wedding Business
Operating a Wedding Business
Starting Up & Business Types and Structures
Preparing your Business Plan
Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
Certificate in Xero

Elective Units

Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No prior experience in events or weddings required
No existing business idea or brand required

How It Starts

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Click Enrol Now or Pay $15/Week
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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$15 / week

Payment Plan – from $15 per week. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee.

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Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements?

This course is designed to be accessible to students with no prior experience in event management or wedding planning. A basic level of English literacy is recommended to engage with the course materials. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current entry requirements before enrolling.

How much does the course cost?

A weekly payment plan may be available to help spread the cost of study. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have 18 months of access to complete approximately 400 hours of content. Because the course is entirely self-paced, the time to completion varies depending on how many hours per week you can commit.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered 100% online and is fully self-paced, there are no fixed class times or exams. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout your enrolment.

Is there a work placement component?

This course does not include a work placement requirement. All learning takes place through online study materials and tutor-supported assessment.

What credential will I receive on completion?

Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality. This course carries CPD Points recognition. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification, but the credential is verifiable through SEEK Pass and can be shared directly on your SEEK profile.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course covers the full scope of event management and wedding planning business, from logistics and budgeting to client relations, venue coordination, and business development. Students learn how to plan, organise, and deliver events of varying scale, including weddings, conferences, and corporate functions.

Delivered by The Career Academy, the course suits people looking to enter the events industry or formalise skills they already use at work. With approximately 400 hours of content and 18 months of access, students can study around existing commitments, no fixed class times, no exams.

Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours. On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality. A SEEK Pass verified credential lets graduates share their achievement directly with employers.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

TC
The Career Academy
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
24/7 support via email and phone
AATInternational Association of BookkeepersICOESInternational Approval and Registration Centre
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