The Event Management and Design Online Training Program will equip you with the knowledge to advance in the field if you're already working in special events, or it will prepare you to enter the profession with an understanding of the industry. You'll build a foundation that you can use to build a career in special events or start your own special event business. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Upon successful completion of the Event Management and Design program, you'll:

• Understand the five stages of event management: research, design, planning, coordination, and evaluation
• Understand how to manage time effectively
• Learn how to manage human resources and volunteers
• Have insight into hiring vendors, caterers, sound and light technicians, entertainment, and other resources
• Learn how to conduct an event site inspection
• Be knowledgeable about risk-management procedures and tactics
• Learn about the requirements for necessary contracts, permits, and licenses, and how to meet these requirements
• Understand budgeting, pricing, and accounting as they relate to event design
• Be able to apply the principles of design to event decoration and effectively use flowers, fabric, lighting, and more