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Job Description - Event Manager
An event manager makes sure the event for the big day runs smoothly and as planned. It is also important that you create the best possible event within the client's budget. Depending on the size of the event, you may have a team to assist you in preparing for the big day, namely a Creative Consultant to provide you with a unique idea or entertainment and/or a Researcher/Coordinator to seek out the desirable restaurants, caterers, florists and limousines and hiring of marquees, tables, chairs, linen through to the flowers. The event may need to be promoted widely and therefore liaison with the media is also necessary. The two distinct categories for event management is in the social or corporate arena. Social events may include charity events (fundraising events, balls), marathons, rock concerts, etc. whilst corporate events range from trade shows, conferences and conventions, to hospitality events (client/supplier golf days etc). Training and Qualifications Many independent Event Managers do not have formal education in the field believing that "hands on" experience in this field is the best training that anyone could have. However, many colleges and universities are now offering event management courses to those wishing to obtain a formal qualification. There are also many seminars and conferences available. Personal Qualities As this is a role where you will be required to liaise with decision makers across a wide range of industries it is an essential requirement that you will have a mature outlook and the ability to see the ‘big picture’ whilst at the same time communicate the detail. A sound understanding of event management and/or venue operations is also required. You will also have the following attributes:
. able to communicate at all levels
An Event Manager must develop and update their legal knowledge (particularly in regard to Meetings and Events Contracts) required for Business Compliance. The specific qualities which are required to become a proficient Event Manager are good social and communication skills, public relation skills, excellent time management, decision making and financial skills and above all else good organisational skills. Learning the industry and obtaining contacts with vendors, suppliers, and venues takes time and experience. Good networking skills are very advantageous. It’s also critical for the Event Manager to have the skills and knowledge required to plan and develop proposals and bids for the staging of events – including evaluating possible competitors and their points of difference, and developing strategies to address these competitive issues. One important attribute which can be overlooked is creativity. You have to have creative skills for an event to succeed and to attract people. If it is an annual event, you need to have some element of creativity, interest or excitement to attract people to the same event every year. Quick Search: Click on links below to go directly to your area of interest..
Telephone Number Dialling Information All telephone numbers quoted in this section are expressed in local dialling format. If dialling from overseas the country access codes to be used in conjunction with your international prefixes are:-
UK 44
USA 1
Australia 61
Canada 1
In some cases the first zero of the telephone number will be need to be omitted if dialling from overseas, if in doubt please check with your local operator.
Useful Addresses and Contacts: UK World Event Management Tel: 020 7 631 0990 World Event Management is the largest local employer in the Event Management field. WEM is a multi award-winning global specialist in the complete organisation of corporate events, motivational incentive programmes and international congresses. Back to Quick Search Index USA The Special Event Tel: 800 288 8606 or Tel: 720 489 3159 Website: http://www.specialevents.com The Special Events Magazine is produced monthly and highlights the developments in the industry and is an essential for the buyer or supplier. As well as the monthly publication, The Special Event hold an annual conference. International Special Events Society (ISES), 401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: 1 800 688 4737 Website: http://www.ises.com Meeting Professionals International (MPI), 4455 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1200, Dallas, TX 75244 Tel: 1 972 702 3000 Website: http://www.mpiweb.org Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is the global authority and resource for the meeting industry International Society of Meeting Planners (ISMP), 1224 North Nokomis NE, Alexandria, MN 56308 Tel: 302 763 4919 Website: http://www.iami.org The primary objective of the International Society of Meeting Planners is to provide professional recognition and a method to easily network with recognized professionals both internationally as well as within your own country. Back to Quick Search Index Australia The Meetings Industry Association of Australia Website: http://www.miaanet.com.au MIAA offers an excellent accreditation programme which is well regarded in the industry. International Special Events Society Website: http://www.ises.org.au ISES offer top educational opportunities at international, regional, and chapter meetings; a highly reputable certification program (Certified Special Events Professional) and many networking opportunities with over 3000 members worldwide. Back to Quick Search Index Canada Independent Meeting Planners Association of Canada Inc (IMPAC), 52 Lowe Blvd, Newmarket ON, L3Y 5TI Tel: 905 868 8008 Fax: 905 895 1630 Website: http://www.impaccanada.com The Association was formed in 1996 whose members benefit from its large network of meeting, conference, event and incentive partners comprising professional, entrepreneurial business owners. It offers many seminars and conferences throughout the year. It is also provides the resources and education to Independent Meeting Planners from monthly meetings, educational days through to annual conferences. CSES Canada and British Columbia, Association Office, 3930 Dundas Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 1A5 Tel: 604 4EVENTS (438-3687) or Toll Free: 877 718 1188 Fax: 604 298 1411 Email: bc@cses.ca Website: http://www.cses.ca The Canadian Special Events Society represents the Special Events Industry in Canada. Back to Quick Search Index Training – UK Leeds Metropolitan University, School of Tourism and Hospitality, Leeds Tel: 013 283 5937 Website: http://www.lmu.ac.uk Leeds Metropolitan University is one of the first UK universities to offer a degree course dedicated to Event Management. Back to Quick Search Index Training - USA George Washington University Event Management Program Tel: 202 994 6002 Website: http://www.gwu.edu The Event Management Certificate Program is a part of the George Washington University's International Institute of Tourism Studies (IITS). This GW standardized curriculum is offered by university partners throughout the world and is the first comprehensive program in higher education providing classroom and distance learning courses based on industry certification requirements. New York University, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, The Center for Hospitality, Tourism & Travel Administration Tel: 212 998 9100 Website: http://www.scps.nyu.edu The NYU offers a Certificate in Advanced Meeting and Event Management. University of San Diego (GWU program) Tel: 92110 2492 Website: http://www.sandiego.edu The University of San Diego offers the (GWU) Event Management Certificate Program, the most comprehensive professional development program of its type in the world. Back to Quick Search Index Training – Australia Holmesglen Institute of TAFE, Waverley Campus, 585 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150 Tel: 03 9564 1555 Website: http://www.holmesglen.vic.edu.au The Holmesglen Institute of TAFE offers a Diploma of Event Management. This course aims to provide participants with practical training in a range of key sectors of the rapidly growing tourism and hospitality industries. The program has been designed to incorporate key learning areas of event management, hospitality management and marketing units to ensure greater career opportunities. Southern Cross University, Northern NSW Student Services Tel: 02 6620 3000 Website: http://www.scu.edu.au The Lismore campus of the Southern Cross University offers an on-campus and distance learning post-graduate degree course in convention and events management (Master of Convention and Events Management course). Back to Quick Search Index Training – Canada Mount Royal College, Lincoln Park Campus, 4825 Richard Road SW, Calgary, Alberta T3E 6K6 Tel: 403 240 0148 Website: http://www.mtroyal.ca The College offers a Certificate in Event Management which comprises 6 courses to be completed within 2 years. Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 North River Rd, Manchester, NH 03106 Tel: 603 668 2211 Website: http://www.snhu.edu As part of the Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, the Convention and Event Management program which involves 1,000 hours of compulsory work experience in convention and event management field. Back to Quick Search Index |
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