Wedding and Social Event Planner Certificate of Completion
Classroom and Online
Successful events require proper planning and coordination. Bring your artistic and business skills together to help you plan weddings, celebrations and other social events for groups large or small. Learn to develop a budget, create a critical path and execute events professionally.
The program touches on social dynamics as well as giving you tools to help successfully launch your social event planning business.
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*Classroom delivery of courses unavailable until further notice due to COVID-19.
Block Code Registration
Register for the entire program at once and receive a 10% discount!
Please note: Online registration is not available for Block Codes. Please phone Continuing Education Registration at 403.440.3833 to register using Block Code EVT-WSEP.
Please use the below Block Code CRN when phoning in to register for the Block Code Discount so that you are registered into the correct section. Students may not switch between sections.
| Block Code | Online | |||
| 15 Hours. Fee: $269.10 | Intro to Event Planning | May 10 - May 30 | ||
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15 Hours. Fee: $233.10 | Business of Wedding Planning | Jun. 7 - Jun. 27 | |
| 15 Hours. Fee: $233.10 | Social Event Production & Design | Jul. 5 - Jul. 25 |
Required Courses
Introduction to Event Planning
Be introduced to the art and science of event management in this overview of the certificate program. Gain an overview of the event industry and its associations and designations. Discuss various types of events, the 5-phase approach to event planning and the core competencies of event planners. This course is also the first required course in the Event Management Extension Certificate. (click here)
Subject (for registration): Event Management
| Subject code: XEVT 10011 | 15 Hours. Fee: $299 |
| CRN 50326 | Online | May 10 - 30 |
The Business of Wedding and Social Event Planning
Extraordinary events don't just happen - they are planned. Understand how wedding and event planners reduce budgets and stress by negotiating contracts and streamlining processes. Gain exposure to the business of event planning and get valuable resources to start your own business. Learn to market your business and create win-win contracts.
Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Event Planning
Subject (for registration): Event Management
| Subject code: XEVT 10100 | 15 Hours. Fee: $259 | |
| CRN 50168 | Online | Jun. 7 - 27 |
Social Event Production and Design
Discover how an event planner carries a theme through the decor and overall design of the event. Be inspired by creative ideas and understand design principles. Learn about cultural traditions that may impact your event. Acquire design tools and tips and learn how best to work with a designer.
Recommended Prerequisites: Introduction to Event Planning and The Business of Wedding and Social Event Planning
Subject (for registration): Event Management
| Subject code: XEVT 10101 | 15 Hours. Fee: $259 | |
| CRN 70183 | Online | Jul. 5 - 25 |
Tentative course schedule |
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Winter (Jan.- April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
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| Introduction to Event Planning | • | • | • |
| The Business of Wedding and Social Event Planning | • | • | • |
| Social Event Production and Design | • | • | • |
| Each course may be offered in a variety of formats. Check the “Courses and fees” tab for more information. The schedule above is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration available in June. Winter schedule and registration available in November. Spring/Summer schedule and registration available in March. |
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- Complete the 3 required courses (45 hours)
- Can be completed within 1 semester up to a maximum of 3 years
- Prepare to enter the field of wedding and social event planning
- Expand your event planning knowledge and skill set
- Enhance your professional or volunteer role that includes event planning responsibilities
All required materials are provided as part of the listed course fees. There are no additional costs for materials in this program.
| Sharon Barwick, CSEP
Sharon is a Certified Special Event Professional and has been a manager with Simply Elegant since 2004. She has served as operations manager, florist, decorator, wedding and event planner. Prior to Simply Elegant, Sharon Barwick Designs was a successful Vancouver floral and event decorating company that served the Vancouver lower mainland and Vancouver Island. Sharon is an key note speaker and enthusiastic educator in the event industry and has been an active member of the International Live Events Society (previously known as ISES) for the past 25 years.
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Lynn Fletcher It all starts with listening. Then, with the boundless enthusiasm of a true romantic, Lynn gets to know each of her clients well, ensuring that their day is a true reflection of who they are. She becomes more than their wedding producer; she becomes a friend and confidant. Lynn has an intuitive instinct for seeing and understanding the needs and desires of brides and grooms. It often is difficult to tell who is more excited about the wedding, her or her clients. Lynn plays an active role in the event industry as an instructor in the Mount Royal Event Management Certificate program, delivering The Business of Wedding Planning and Event Logistics courses, as well as contributing to the curriculum development for the Event Management program itself. As a member and past board member of the International Special Events Society (ISES), Lynn attends training conferences and trade shows worldwide to ensure that she stays on top of the latest trends and best ideas in the industry. That wealth of knowledge is priceless and her students have an all-access pass! |
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| Cynthia J Lamont, CMP, CMM Cynthia is a senior meetings professional with over 19 years of industry experience working and attending University in both Denmark and New Zealand. She graduated from Massey University, New Zealand in 1991 with a Graduate degree in Human Resources and a Bachelor degree in Psychology and Economics from Simon Fraser University, Canada. In addition, she holds two significant meetings industry designations - Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and Certification in Meetings Management (CMM). During Cynthia's career, she helped to open the Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue, Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, BC. In addition to owning her own event management company, Cynthia was also the provincial event manager for the Certified General Accountants Association of Alberta. In 2012, Cynthia accepted a contract position with Meetings + Events Calgary (MCC) where she developed and launched two departments for the City - Events Services as well as the Calgary Ambassador Program. Both departments supported MCC in their successful bids to attract international conferences to the city of Calgary. Cynthia has been an event industry leader and mentor who is continually recognized for her ability to quickly understand and fulfill clients' needs. She was honoured to be named Meeting Professionals Industry (MPI's) Greater Calgary Chapter's 2010 Rising Star; 2011 President Elect; 2012 President and the Mentor/Coach of the year; 2013 MPI International RISE Award recipient and speaker at the MPI World Education Congress; 2016 Meeting & Incentive Travel Hall of Fame finalist in the category of Industry Mentor. She currently sits on the International Chapter Membership and Advisory Council for MPI. |
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Contact us
For information about this program:
cearts@mtroyal.ca
403.440.6867 or 1.888.392.3655
Mount Royal University, 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW, Calgary AB T3E 6K6
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