qc event school brochure

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Dear Friend,

Do you wish you could be the mastermind behind beautiful parties and corporate events just like the onesyou see in the movies and on V? If you have a knack for planning and a creative mind, its time to channelthose talents into a career youll love.

You can choose from two comprehensive courses: Wedding Planning and our double certication Event and Wedding Planning program.

If you want to focus on planning weddings, we have the course for you. Our Wedding Planning program will give you professional training and will show you how to set up your own business. Youll be fullyprepared to create unique and memorable weddings for the most demanding clients. Youll be proud todisplay your designation as an International Wedding Planning Professional (IWPP).

Our Event and Wedding Planning course contains the full wedding planning program plus specializedtraining in organizing private, corporate, and industry events. Tis course is perfect for you if youre insearch of advanced training in all types of eventsfrom a Hawaiian-themed sweet sixteen party, to a businessconvention with high-prole speakers, to a Buddhist wedding! Youll be fully prepared to take on any eventplanning project that comes your way. Once youve successfully completed the course, youll be certied asan International Event and Wedding Planning Professional (IEWP).

Youll learn everything you need to know to start your very own business in event and/or wedding planning. Wellsupply all the forms, reports, contracts and templates youll need to get your business seamlessly off the ground.

Whether youd like to offer event planning services of all types, or youd like to concentrate on weddings we have the course that will meet your needs. Whichever avenue you choose, the professional certicationyou receive will let your clients and other professionals know that youve completed a rigorous and respectedtraining programan invaluable competitive advantage.

If you have any questions about how you can launch your own exciting and successful business, please callme at the number below. Id be delighted to help you.

Sincerely,

[email protected]

QC School of Event and Wedding Planningwww.qceventplanning.com

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Start an exciting careerEvent and wedding planning make up a multi-billion dollar industry that is steadily growing. In todaysbusy world, people nd they lack the skills and time to plan events themselves. Many are glad to be ableto hire a professional planner, someone like you, to manage all their special events.

You can grab a piece of the action in this exciting and quickly growing eld. With the distance educationprogram, you can qualify as an event and wedding planner and receive the IEWP diploma. If you prefer,you can take our course on wedding planning alone and receive the IWPP certication. Either way,youll have the skills to create unforgettable experiences that guests will rave about for years to come. Weprovide you with all the training youll need to get ahead of the competition.

Career opportunitiesTe International Special Events Society (ISES) estimates that the worldwide eventand wedding planning industry is worth more than $500 billion each year. With suchimmense market opportunity, your services will be in constant demand. ake a look atthe career options you can pursue:

Start your own businessBe your own boss, make your own rules, and create a work environment that is100% tailored to your needs. ake on as much or as little work as you like. Yourincome potential is boundless.

Work for a corporation As an in-house event planner in a large company, you can plan conferences,meetings, incentive trips, and business retreats. Te possibilities arelimitless!

Work in the service industry You have many options. Work for a hotel, a professional caterer, themepark, cruise line, travel agency or even at a tropical resort.

Work for an event planning company Established companies are searching for ambitious and knowledgeablerecruits. Youll have a major advantage with your IWPP or IEWP certicationand training.


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Full businesstraining

Start getting paid for your time and talent. Now is the time to get your business off the ground. Our IEWP and IWdistance education courses will show you exactly how to do this. Both courses give you full professional planningand complete business training.

We understand that starting your own business can be intimidating. Tats why we have integrated extensive busintraining into your course. Te training materials include CDs and movies on DVD to help you set up your busines Youll have all the tools youll need to succeed as an entrepreneur in the planning profession!

Youll begin by learning the basics, starting with how to choose the best name for your business, deciding on the tybusiness youd like to launch, and learning how to set up a company and an office. Ten youll dig deeper as we showhow to develop a complete business plan that will keep you organized and on track.

At this point youll have the skills, the motivation, and the groundwork to get your business underway. Now you neend clients! Well show you how to market your event and/or wedding planning services to quickly grow your bus Well also show you the types of services you can offer, the ways you can charge, and how to respond to requeproposals and quotations.

Next, well show you how to organize and manage your resources so that you can complete every job on time anbudget. Further, well walk you through the entire client consultation process and show you how to manage probl when they arise.

If you decide to work for a corporation that employs event planners, these tools and tricks of the trade will helplaunch your successful career.

Your professional certicationWhen you graduate from our full event and wedding planning program, youll bcertied as an International Event and Wedding Planning Professional (IEWWhen you graduate from our wedding planning program, youll receive thInternational Wedding Planning Professional (IWPP) certication.

Youll have a real competitive advantage over other event and wedding plannerin your area with your professional certication from the QC School of Event aWedding Planning. Your clients will know that youve taken a rigorous trainiprogram from an internationally recognized school, reassuring them that you ar

going to do an outstanding job planning their special event.


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Learning made easy We make learning easy because you choose when and where to study. Whether its in your own home, at a library, orat a local park, you have the luxury of choosing the surroundings that suit you best. Whats more you choose the tithat suit you toothe weekend or, perhaps, when the kids are in bed.

Te course assignments are fun and hands-on. Teyll give you the practical skills you need to enhance your know-hoin an enjoyable way. Te course guide takes you step by step through videos on DVD, full-color lesson texts, and cou work. You then email, fax, or mail your assignments to the School. In response, youll receive in-depth audio commin an MP3 le from your tutor along with a grade for your work. When you play the le, youll hear your tutor careexplain exactly what you have done well and where you can improve. Its as simple as that.

Watch and learn We at QC believe in a dynamic learning experience. Tats why weve connected with numerous event and weddindustry experts to create our exclusive DVD movie series: Professional Planning Secrets.

Tis multi-media set includes interviews with event planners, wedding planners, photographers, party suppliand other professionals. Sit back, relax, and watch as these industry insiders tell you just what makes an eor wedding a success. Whats more, youll learn from them how to troubleshoot common problems and hto make a success of your new career.

Bonus!You receive two additional DVDs with the Event and WeddinPlanning course. These DVDs will show you how to exec

successful corporate events and fundraisers.


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Our consulting partnerI love working with people and I knew right away that a career in event and wedding planning was going to be just the perfect t for me. Over the years, Iveplanned literally hundreds of events. From corporate team-building retreats, toprivate Halloween parties, to elaborate weddings, Ive done them all, and loved

them all. However, I had to learn the hard way.

With QCs remarkable training you can kick-start your event or weddingplanning career. Youll learn how to set up your own business and how to managethe paperwork that goes along with it. Youll get career guidance, professional tips,and insider information that would normally take years of experience to gather. You can nish your course quickly and be certied as an industry professional.

If you are an outgoing and practical person with a good imagination, youregoing to love event and wedding planning. Ive made a wonderful career andbusiness out of it and you can do the same.

H e l e n V i v aProfessional spotlightDavid Griller , international business consultant Nobody ever said that running a conference was simple! You must know how plan for and manage the competing ambitions and interests of the many peopinvolved. Dr. David Griller is an internationally recognized consultant in busine who brings you the expertise of his more than twenty years in this dynamic e Youll enjoy watching this movie and learning from David as he explains clearly simply exactly what to do to ensure the success of every meeting you plan.

Yvonne and Yael Jason, founding partners of Te Snowake Ball Youll be fascinated to hear the exciting story of this dynamic mother-daughter du

Listen to Yael and Yvonne tell you all about their working relationship as highregarded event planning professionals. Youll see how they were able to develop tsignature fundraiser event, the glamorous Snowake Ball, into a much anticipathighlight of the social season.

atiana Vorobej , Cakes by atiana On this DVD, youll enjoy watching internationally renowned and award-winninbaker atiana Vorobej explain how to build relationships with vendors. atiana ha worked with event planners for more than twenty years on weddings and corporapolitical, and even royal events.


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4. You contact the School for helpnd advice

You have all the support youll needhrough either phone or email. Justall 1-800-267-1829 whenever

you have any questions about yourourse, or email us at tutorial@

qceventplanning.com. One of ourounsellors will be delighted to help

you, or connect you directly with

your personal tutor.

1. Your course begins

Your rst package arrives with all thematerials you need to get started.Your study guide will lead you

hrough the course step by step. Itwill begin by giving you an in-depthntroduction to the world of eventnd/or wedding planning. Youllhen get detailed instructions on howo go through your course materialsnd when to send your completedssignments to the School.

2. You read lessons and watchinstructional DVDs

Our courses are designed togive you all the knowledge and

practical tools you need to becomea successful event and/or weddingplanner. Your full-color course textsguide you through every single stepinvolved in planning any event orwedding. Our exclusive DVD set,Professional Planning Secrets, gives

you vital insider industry information.

5. Your instructor carefully reviews your work

All of your exercises are given directlyto your personal tutor. He or she willcritique your work and provide youwith detailed audio commentary,identifying both your strengths andweaknesses. Remember, your tutoris a working event and weddingplanner, eager to share his or her

experiences with you.

3. You work on assignments

All the assignments youll comare designed to give you pracexperience both as an ev

and wedding planner and a business owner. Youll practice in organization, seekand working with suppliers,in outlining timeframes. Youlget descriptive templates to mcompleting your assignmenbreeze.

Step-by-step training

6. Your next package arrives you begin the process again.

Youll be introduced to concepts and build on the mat

youve learned. Youll destrong professional skills andcondence as you work thr

your course.


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Online student center Your registration includes free access to our online student center. Weve created this valuresource to enhance your comprehensive training and to help you as you begin your new caras a professional event and/or wedding planner. Te center is completely free to students angraduates. It has two main sections: your own personal website and an information portal.

Your personaltutor

All of our tutors are experienced professionals. When you enryoull be assigned to a tutor who will carefully support you as complete your event or wedding planning course. Your tutor wbe your mentor, guide, and direct link to the wonderful world event and wedding planning. Youll receive constructive advand valuable insider information from a seasoned professional

Sharon Dawes: An experienced event and wedding planneSharon has managed projects ranging in size and diversity, fromajor product launches to international investor conferences, romantic weddings. Her company, Dawes Event and Consultan

Services, specializes in project management and event coordinat

Lynn Lee: Lynn has run her own wedding and event planninbusiness for nearly a decade. She is truly passionate abmaking the planning process for couples just as memorable aenjoyable as the day itself. Before launching her business, Lmade her mark in the hospitality industry as both a meetinplanner and event executive.

Heres what our students and graduates are saying:

I completed this summer and I now have my own busineCherishable Weddings and Events. Tis course gave me the condento move ahead and the knowledge to do it well! I would higrecommend you to anyone who has the interest and opportunity. Amanda Walls, IEWP

It has been a pleasure completing this course through yo

company. I found the materials for the course very detailed. Tecovered all questions I had and more. I also found the feedbafrom my tutor very specic and personal. Monique Johnson, IEWP

I loved my course, all theinteractions with everyoneat the School, and especiallythe support of my personaltutor. Te program isexcellent and gave meeverything I needed on botha creative and business level.

Id recommend it to anyone.Celia Metcalf, IEWP


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International Event and Wedding Planning Professional

Your course includes thecomplete Wedding Planning program as well as

13 additional full-color course texts about private, corporate and industry events Professional Planning Secrets: two additional DVDs, specially designed for event planners Practical, multi-layered assignments designed to develop your event planning skills Te same in-depth level of personal care and guidance from your tutor

Your course packageInternational Wedding Planning Professional Your course includes

Full-color wedding planning lesson books and a comprehensive business series

A CD of forms, checklists, and spreadsheets you can customize and use in your professional work Professional Planning Secrets: a comprehensive set of DVD movies featuring interviews with clients, wed

planners, vendors, and other industry insiders A personal organizer with accordion les and pockets to help you stay organized when you are on the go Practical exercises to develop your planning skills and to help you research your local wedding resources Advice and guidance from your personal tutor, a professional event and wedding planner


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Course outlineOur IWPP and IEWP courses cover everything you need to start your own successful business as a professio wedding or event planner. If youre more interested in working for an existing company, our courses will equip yo with all the professional skills you need.

ake a look at our two course outlines to nd out which course is right for you.

Unit A Te World of Wedding Planning Te Wedding Step-by-Step Wedding Roles Working with the Wedding Party Starting Your Own Business

Unit B Religious Wedding Variations Civil and Cultural Wedding Variations Te Wedding Budget Marketing and Promotion

Unit C Pre-Wedding Parties Te Guest List & Wedding Stationery Attire and Aesthetics Te Ceremony Introduction to Project Management

Unit D Te Reception After the Wedding Special opics Working with Clients and Vendors

Wedding Planning


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Unit A Introduction to Event Planning Te Planning ime Frame Primary Event Components Secondary Event Components

Te Planning Budget Starting Your Own Business Internal Corporate Events

Unit B Milestone Parties Holiday and Teme Parties Social Internal Corporate Events External Corporate Events Marketing and Promotion

Unit C Parties for Children and eens Religious Rites and Funerals Industry and Special Events Introduction to Project Management Working with Clients and Vendors

Unit D Te World of Wedding Planning Te Wedding Step-by-Step Wedding Roles Working with the Wedding Party

Religious Wedding Variations

Unit E Civil and Cultural Wedding Variations Getting Started: Early Planning ools Te Wedding Budget Pre-Wedding Parties Te Guest List and Wedding Stationery Wedding Attire and Aesthetics

Unit F Planning the Ceremony Planning the Reception Reception Vendors After the Wedding Special opics

Event and Wedding Planning


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A trusted nameQC Quality of Course Inc. has been offering career-based distance educationtraining for more than twenty-ve years. Weve had the pleasure of watchingthousands of dedicated students successfully complete their courses andthen go on to launch their own successful businesses.

Trough the years, weve added new technologies, improved our materials,and made our courses more widely available. But one thing has remainedunchanged and thats our tried and true approach to learning. Quite simply,our school is 100% student-focused. You can be assured that your success is

always our top priority. Our mission is to provide you with the richest, mostup-to-date course materials and most valuable learning experience possible.

A network of support When you call the School, youll always be greeted by a friendly and helpfulstaff member eager to help you. In just the same way, your personal tutor willalways be readily available to answer your questions. Te personal attention we give our students goes beyond what youd receive in the classroom, whereone teachers coaching is spread among many students. With full-servicesupport like this, our students immediately feel theyre a valued part of anencouraging and interactive learning environment.

Our guarantee We are fully condent that our programs will be exactly what youre lookingfor to launch your career as an event or wedding planner. Tats why onceyou receive your rst shipment you have a full 21 days to carefully review thecourse materials before you make a commitment. If you decide the course

does not match your needs, simply mail your materials back to the schooland we will refund your course fees immediately.

Call us anytime at 1-800-267-1829

We continually stress to our students that the only silly question is the one that wasnt asked. We wyou to feel completely at ease when phoning the school for help. You can call or email as often or asas you likewere here to serve you!

About QC School of Event &Wedding Planning


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Frequently asked questions

Do I need prior training or experience?No. You do not need any previous experience in the industry to do really well in either our event or wedding planning course.

Will I need any other training in order to become aprofessional event and wedding planner?No. Your certication is all you need. Whats moreits yours for life. Tere are no renewal fees to be paidto keep your accreditation in force.

How long will it take to complete the course?Tis is entirely up to you. You can work through your course at your own pace. Tis means that you caneasily complete the course with little disruption to your regular daily routine.

What if I decide the course is not right for me? After you receive your rst shipment, you have a full 21 days to decide if you want to continue. If you arenot satised, simply return the materials and youll receive a full refund.

Will the School help me once Ive nished the course? We continue to support you after you graduate. If you have questions about how to operate your eventplanning business, you simply call the School toll free for advice. We are here for you even years after youhave graduated.


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1. Youll be one step closer to a career youll loveIf youre good at multi-tasking, enjoy a challenge, and love seeing the big picture come together,then a career in event or wedding planning is perfect for you. Our comprehensive courses fullyprepare you with all the knowledge youll need to be successful.

2. Youll develop professional skills Youll perfect your current skills and add new ones to build your expertise. Learn how to manageyour clients, create budgets, nd vendors, and sell your services. Youll get full-color course books,DVDs, practical assignments, and electronic business templates. Once youve completed thecourse, youll be condent and eager to get your business up and running.

3. Youll receive a free six-piece business start-up kitKickstart your very own business with the help of our invaluable six-piece business start-up kit.Our comprehensive business training is geared to get you on the fast-track to success.

4. You are protected by our no-risk guarantee You can review the course materials at home for a full 21 days. If for any reason you feel thecourse is not a good t for you, simply return it for a full refundno questions asked.

5. You work on your own time and at your own pace You work through the course on your own terms without a rigid schedule or deadlines to meet. You can complete the course with little disturbance to your regular daily routine. You still havetime to work, raise a family, and take care of the other important aspects of your life.

Five reasons why youshould enroll

Call us tollfree at 1-800-267-1829 or enroll onlineat www.qceventplanning.com

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