The University of Cape Town Events Management course is a part-time course presented by GetSmarter, South Africa's leading online education company. The course is presented entirely online throughout South Africa.

As the events and wedding industry grows in South Africa, strategic planning and sound management skills are becoming increasingly valuable. In addition to gaining practical experience, event organisers must develop a greater understanding of the plans and procedures that are crucial to the successful outcome of an event.

About the course:

• 10-week part-time online course
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the events industry in South Africa
• Learn the fundamentals and practical skills and techniques of planning and managing events, large or small
• Ideal for both current and aspiring events coordinators and wedding planners
• Results in the University of Cape Town Events Management certificate

Course modules:

• Module 1    Introduction to events management
• Module 2    Event role players
• Module 3    Bidding and securing an event
• Module 4    Event organisation and project management
• Module 5    Event operations and logistics
• Module 6    Event design and concept
• Module 7    Financial management of events
• Module 8    Risk management
• Module 9    Sustainability of events and event greening
• Module 10   Event marketing and sponsorship

Course dates:

The course is presented twice per year. Please visit website for dates.

This course is accredited by the University of Cape Town's Commerce Faculty, Management Studies Department.