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.
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.
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.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1Scope and Nature of Event ManagementTopic 2Developing the ConceptTopic 3Physical and Human ResourcesTopic 4Project LogisticsTopic 5Marketing an EventTopic 6Financial ManagementTopic 7Risk ManagementTopic 8Staging the EventTopic 9After the EventTopic 10Introduction to WeddingsTopic 11Planning a WeddingTopic 12Managing People for a WeddingTopic 13Managing Locations Associated with a WeddingTopic 14Managing the ProgrammeTopic 15Managing Services in Support of a WeddingTopic 16Managing the Wedding ClientTopic 17Managing the Wedding DayTopic 18Planning Your Wedding BusinessTopic 19Operating a Wedding BusinessTopic 20Starting Up & Business Types and StructuresTopic 21Preparing your Business PlanTopic 22Introduction to Accounting & BookkeepingTopic 23Certificate in XeroTopic 1Certificate in Digital Marketing with AIWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
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Study whenever suits you with 18 months of course access and approximately 400 hours of content. No fixed class times or exams.
Access unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.
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.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, allowing you to share it on SEEK and stand out to employers.
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.
Optional upgrade providing expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job search strategies.
A Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI unlocks after completing the core modules at no extra charge, covering digital marketing strategies using AI tools.
This programme is reviewed and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international professional body committed to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
Optional module that unlocks after completing core modules; covers digital marketing…
The Career Academy is an online education provider helping 25,000+ students each year. They offer 100% online, self-paced courses with a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible payment plans (e.g. $25 per week), and unlimited 24/7 support via email and phone. Courses are industry-accredited and cover areas including psychology and counselling, medical reception, bookkeeping, dog grooming, and more. Student stories highlight career changers and upskilling across diverse industries.
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Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
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.
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Last updated: July 2026