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Launch Your Event Management & Wedding Planning Business

Build the skills to run events and wedding businesses with an ICOES-accredited, CPD-endorsed certificate. Study online at your own pace.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Industry-Accredited Certificate

Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.

100% Online, Study Anytime

Fully online and self-paced learning with 18 months access, allowing students to study whenever suits them with no fixed class times.

Career Centre & Job Support

Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and latest job opportunities.

Free Student ID Card

Upon enrolment, students receive a free virtual Student ID card giving access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Upon completion, graduates can verify their qualification via SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

Institute of Hospitality Endorsement

This programme is reviewed and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, an international organisation committed to professional development and lifelong learning.

Expand Your Network

Access to a community of professionals, industry connections, and key players in New Zealand in the hospitality and events sectors.

Certificate in Event Management

Additional certification issued alongside the course.

Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Senior Event Coordinator (Entry Level)Wedding Business Owner (Startup)Vendor Relations ManagerEvent Marketing CoordinatorOperations Manager (Events)Event Business Development OfficerVenue Partnership CoordinatorBridal Business ConsultantEvent Finance AdministratorEvent Services Director (Assistant)

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 24 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

24Total Units
23Core Units
1Electives

Core Units

Scope and Nature of Event Management
Developing the Concept
Physical and Human Resources
Project Logistics
Marketing an Event
Financial Management
Risk Management
Staging the Event
After the Event
Introduction to Weddings
Planning a Wedding
Managing People for a Wedding

 

Managing Locations Associated with a Wedding
Managing the Programme
Managing Services in Support of a Wedding
Managing the Wedding Client
Managing the Wedding Day
Planning Your Wedding Business
Operating a Wedding Business
Starting Up & Business Types and Structures
Preparing your Business Plan
Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
Certificate in Xero

Elective Units

Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

No prior experience in events or weddings required
No existing business idea required
No supplier network or venue list needed before starting

How It Starts

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$29 / week

Payment Plan – $29 per week. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee.

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Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this course?

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to career changers, aspiring business owners, and hospitality professionals at various stages. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.

How much does the course cost and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Full pricing details are not listed here, submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current fees and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

Students have 18 months of access to complete the course. The total study commitment is approximately 400 hours. Because the course is fully self-paced, students can move faster or slower depending on their schedule.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced with no fixed class times. Students can study whenever suits them throughout their 18-month access period. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours.

Is there a work placement component?

There is no work placement component in this course. The programme focuses on building practical business and coordination skills through online study. For questions about industry networking opportunities, submit a Get Course enquiry.

What credential do I receive, and is the course accredited?

Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality, a respected international professional body. The credential can be verified and shared via SEEK Pass. This is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF); it is a professionally endorsed vocational certificate that carries genuine industry recognition.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course covers the business side of event management and wedding planning. Students learn how to coordinate events, manage vendor relationships, handle event finances, and market their services, everything needed to work in or launch a business in this sector. The programme is delivered by The Career Academy NZ entirely online and self-paced, with 18 months of access and around 400 study hours.

On completion, graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality and accredited by both ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The credential can be verified and shared through SEEK Pass, making it straightforward to demonstrate your qualification to employers and clients.

The course suits career changers, aspiring event business owners, and hospitality professionals looking to specialise. No fixed class times means students can fit study around work and other commitments. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Training Establishment

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The Career Academy NZ
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Dedicated career support team offering coaching guidance and advice every step of the way, including after course completion. 24/7 access to career resources. One-to-one coaching available through Career Success Hub and Business Hub.
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