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EVNT 1108: Wedding Planning
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Department
Wedding & Event Management
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course introduces students to the knowledge and skills of an effective Wedding Planner. Explore all aspects of wedding planning from its inception to execution through venue selection, decor and flowers to vendor selection, rentals and menu design. Acquire basic business fundamental such as setting up shop, marketing and social media, contract design and negotiating practices.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
Grade 10 Equivalency
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective leadership, organizational and communication skills as they relate to wedding planning
- Differentiate various wedding design concepts and protocol for each (style, theme, culture)
- Explore various bridal attire (style, theme, culture)
- Source suppliers and vendors for elemental and logistical requirements such as rentals, staging, decor, performers, photographers, security, audio/visuals and presenters.
- Select venue and design menu plan to accommodate event requirements
- Differentiate the various types of food and beverage services and estimate food & beverage costs
- Produce contracts and demonstrate effective negotiating practices
- Produce budgets, schedules and contingency plans to allow for clarity and organization
- Obtain appropriate licensing, permits, and insurance requirements for various events.
- Acquire basic business fundamentals to start a wedding planning business (marketing, social media, business ethics contract & negotiations)
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Instructional Strategies will be direct instruction, interactive and independent study (ie. lectures, group work and discussions; case studies and independent learning.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Homework, case studies |
|
Lab Work |
20 |
Group activities and class assignments |
|
Portfolio |
15 |
Images, work experience and other |
|
Project |
25 |
Designs, concepts and creatives |
|
Other |
15 |
Presentations |
Course topics
- Wedding Planning skills
- Wedding styles (e.g., Theme Weddings, Multicultural Weddings)
- Budgets and Schedules
- Venue selection
- Menu selection and food service types
- Licenses, Permits, Insurance, Taxes
- Vendor and Supplier selection
- Contracts & Negotiations
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.