Format
3 required courses (45 hours)
Delivery
Online, Fast Track | Learn more
Duration
Complete in 4 months, or up to 3 years
Wedding and social event planning is the creation, organization and implementation of a detailed plan to carry out a successful event on behalf of a client.
Successful events require proper planning and coordination. Combine your artistic and business skills to help you plan weddings, celebrations and other social events. Learn to develop a budget, create a critical path and professionally execute many types of events while meeting event objectives.
Delve into the art and science of event management as you gain an overview of the industry. Learn the five-phase approach to event planning and core competencies of event planners. Discover how to carry a theme through the overall design of an event as you gain increased understanding of design principles. Learn about cultural traditions and acquire design tools and tips.
Get the tools and resources to help launch your social event planning business. Learn to market your business and create win-win contracts. Understand how to reduce budgets and stress by negotiating contracts and streamlining processes.
Highlights and benefits
Earn a recognized credential | Enhance your career prospects
Become career-ready | Prepare for a career as a wedding or social event planner
Enhance your life | Develop your personal and professional skills
Real-world knowledge | Learn from experienced industry professionals
Developing a strong foundation to plan and manage successful events
Event planning can be part of every interest and profession. School staff can organize a talent show. A hospital can raise funds for a new piece of equipment. A gym can run a membership drive. A community can celebrate the holidays. The possibilities are endless.
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Looking for something more robust?
If you are looking to expand your education in event management, consider Event Management Extension Certificate, which can prepare you for an event management career with the skills you need to manage events of all sizes.
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Want to fast track your program?
To fast track your Wedding and Social Event Planner Certificate of Completion, add all required courses listed on this page to your cart, then proceed to checkout.
Registering for all courses at once lets you complete the program faster and saves you 5% off the total cost.
Course schedule
Course schedule by semester
| Fall (Sept. - Dec.) |
Winter (Jan. - April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Event Planning | ON | ON | ON |
| The Business of Wedding and Social Event Planning | ON | ON | ON |
| Social Event Production and Design | ON | ON | ON |
Legend
BL: Blended (Online & Classroom)
CL: Classroom
FT: Fast Track
ON: Online
IDS: Independent Study
P: Practicum
This schedule is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration is available in June; Winter schedule and registration is available in November; and Spring/Summer schedule and registration is available in March.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this program intended for?
This program is intended for people who want to start a career in the wedding planning industry, or those who may have a current role where they are helping to plan weddings. It is also valueable for individuals working at event venues.
What type of career options are available if I complete this certificate?
Roles such as wedding planner, catering manager, venue manager, and volunteer coordinator, etc.
Note: additional education and training may be required for some positions.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
No, each course is designed to stand alone, but we recommend taking the courses in the order they are listed on the webpage.
How will I be graded in each course?
Each course has several graded assignments. These assignments vary per course; however, they are all designed to assess the outcomes of each course. These assessments include, but are not limited to, discussion board posts, short answers and individual assignments.
How many hours am I expected to work on each course?
You should plan to access your D2L course site at least 3 times per week. Depending on the course, you can expect to spend approximately 4 hours per week reading material, completing learning activities or assignments, and attending Google Meet sessions.
Is attendance required for Google Meet sessions?
We recommend you attend the virtual Google Meet sessions, however, they are not mandatory. Attending Google Meet sessions allows you to get to know your instructor and classmates and provides you with the opportunity to learn and ask questions about the content and assignments. Networking is a large part of this industry and you may want to start now with your classmates - you never know who you might meet that will be a great network connection in the industry.
How many courses can I take at a time?
You can take as many courses as your schedule will allow. There are no restrictions on the number of courses you can take at one time. You may be eligible for a 5% discount if you register for three courses at the same time. No retroactive discounts will be available.
Will I get a job once I'm done the certificate?
While having a professional certificate will certainly put you in a favourable position when looking for employment, there are many factors to consider for each individual that it would be impossible to pre-determine your employment success. Our graduate statistics have shown that a significant percentage of past students have experienced a measurable increase in salary, responsibility, and/or activity after completing our programs. For this industry, we also recommend that students volunteer at events to expand their resumé.
Will Mount Royal help me locate career opportunities?
No, Mount Royal does not have a system in place to assist students with career opportunities upon completion of our certificate. However, there are periodic job postings and volunteer opportunities advertised on our website.
Additional information
Refer to CE Student Information for more information.
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