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The field of event planning has grown in leaps and bounds in the last few years. Its scope has broadened greatly, with a number of corporations, academic institutions and even private parties investing money for full-fledged events. Whether it's a wedding, a conference or a concert, having a professional event planner on hand can mean the difference between a success and a failure. Today's event planner isn't just someone who coordinates events and organizes refreshments. A professional event planner will often sit with the client and brainstorm about the event to determine exactly what the client has in mind. Most clients will ask for something different or unique to be added to their event- it is the job of the event planner to give options to the client about what to incorporate, such as a theme. A professional event planner should be a person who can think on her feet and be adept at solving problems quickly. Event planners should have knowledge of all aspects of event planning which include lighting, catering, sound systems and digital media. There are a number of courses designed to train students to become event planning professionals. These courses cover aspects such as hospitality supervision, which ensures that guests are taken care of and that problem areas are dealt with swiftly. Students are also taught how to coordinate and organize meetings, conferences and exhibitions. The fundamentals of event coordination are also covered as well as the requirements for special events, such as sporting events or concerts. An important aspect that is also covered is sponsorship and fundraising for an event as well proper marketing and advertising tactics. Students will also learn about the importance of event leadership and managing a workforce that may be scattered and varied. Employment options are available in almost all fields, from entertainment to business.
Canadian Provinces with Career Colleges offering diplomas, programs or courses in Event Planning
 Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Ontario
Saskatchewan
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