Basics of event productionLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are able to: - develop an effective Event Plan to create and design memorable events - utilize specific techniques and tools of the event planning process to manage and monitor the success of the event - appreciate the importance of proper time management and task management to an events success - show skills in managing team work - develop a new and open minded approach to an event production

Content

What are the practical skills and knowledge required to successfully plan, implement, organize, manage, monitor and evaluate special events? How to activate team skills by understanding the different tasks, activities and functions of your team when planning an event? How to organize and establish the reporting process and chain of command in event decision making process? What are the most important legal, ethical and risk management factors which must be taken into account when planning events?

Qualifications

No prior studies needed

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to: a. use professional vocabulary to build clear competitive advantages within the total event design b. manage and monitor the success of the event by utilizing specific techniques and tools of the event planning process c. create and design memorable events d. assess and estimate risk factors and potential threats when coordinating events e. conduct proper schedule and task distribution process to lead planned events to success f. manage and develop team operations g. apply the ethical professional principles to event situation