Specialty Course

Festivals and Live Events Course

Become a Certified Festivals & Live Events Planning Professional

Why Choose
QC Event School

QC's advanced specialization course in festivals and live event planning will show you how to:

  • Personalized feedback & advice on your assignments from our top industry event planning experts
  • Thriving virtual community to connect with other event planners, get feedback, and gain access to bonus material
  • In-depth video case studies to give you an insider's look at high-profile promotional events
  • Discounts and affiliations with top event planning software companies like Aisle Planner, Sample Board and more!

Hear From Students and Grads

We've helped 30,000+ students and graduates start their own successful event and wedding planning businesses!

My experiences were 10/10 overall. As a QC Event School graduate, I would definitely recommend these courses!

Tyler Reid
Tyler Reid
Event & Wedding Planning Course

I found it incredibly fun and exciting. I think anyone who decides to take the course would enjoy it very much!

Frances (Fran) Steiner
Frances (Fran) Steiner
Event & Wedding Planning Course

The payment plans definitely made things easier for me. The tutors I had were great, helpful, and knowledgeable. I really enjoyed my time!

Katherine Snow
Katherine Snow
Corporate Event Planning Course

It took me less than an hour chatting with Student Support to convince me of the professionalism of this planning school was at the caliber I was looking for.

Kaloni Jensen
Kaloni Jensen
Event & Wedding Planning Course

It's a nice feeling to be able to hang both my certificates on my wall for clients to see. I think people get a sense of ease when they know you're a certified professional.

Jeanette Spencer
Jeanette Spencer
Event & Wedding Planning Course

Attending an online school allowed me to learn at my own pace in the comfort of my own home. I was able to work full-time, train a young puppy, plan my own wedding, and travel with my now-husband.

Neena McConnell
Neena McConnell
Event & Wedding Planning Course

Here's What You'll Learn

QC's Festivals and Live Events specialization course provides students with the most comprehensive training available to succeed in the corporate event industry.

  • Use your existing corporate event planning skills to succeed in the live events industry
  • Develop a unique theme, atmosphere, and vision for events with your clients
  • Plan and execute concert promotion, show production, sports entertainment production, festival planning, and much more
  • Work with various types of entertainment, including fireworks and high-profile talent
  • Manage risk factors for public and live events

Please note: This specialization course assumes a degree of knowledge in the corporate event planning industry. Students should have previous training in corporate event planning, or relevant work experience before enrolling in this course.

Festivals and Live Events Certification

Once you graduate from your online event planning course, you'll receive a certification and be able to use the designation of International Festivals and Live Events Planning Professional™ (IFLP™). The certification cements your credibility as an established industry professional giving you a competitive edge in your local industry!

An International Team of Instructors

Meet Your New Festivals and Live Events Instructors

QC is proud to work with leaders of the global event planning industry to develop our courses. Our international team of instructors bring diverse experience and skills to aspiring event planners around the globe.

Mark Cheplowitz

Mark Cheplowitz

Mark Cheplowitz is an award-winning event planner and President of NYC-based Wizard of Ahs. Mark's event production work has taken him all over the world. Career highlights include planning the Super Bowl and the grand opening of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Alyssa Perna

Alyssa Perna

Alyssa Perna, Principal of Experience Marketing and Events, brings over a decade of diverse event operations experience, including multinational conferences, festivals, fundraisers, and various social events.

Access an Exclusive Virtual Community Where Creativity Thrives

Be a member of QC's supportive Virtual Community where students and graduates can connect with mentors, share insights and grow together. Tap into free webinars where top event planners share industry secrets, and take part in lively discussions covering everything from your latest assignment to your next career move. We're here to inspire and enhance your educational journey.

Join us in shaping the future of the event industry.

Course Outline

The Festivals and Live Events workshop is divided into three parts, each comprising separate training units.

  • Discover the exciting opportunities available to you planning festivals and other live events
  • Study how you can develop and execute show concepts that will be sure to wow event attendees
  • Learn how to successfully work with high-profile talent for concerts, entertainment events and sporting events
  • Explore marketing strategies to effectively promote concerts, festivals and other live events

  • Study common festival goals to ensure your events surpass your clients' expectations
  • Discover the ins and outs of the planning process and event operations, including staffing, planning traffic flow and risk management
  • Explore the unique steps involved in international event planning
  • Learn all about planning and using fireworks displays to make a memorable impression on attendees

  • Learn how to bid for and manage government partnerships
  • Discover strategies to select the best site, vendors and partners to ensure each event is a success
  • Study the process of application writing to secure grants and sponsorships
  • Learn how to complete permit applications to execute successful events

Have Questions About the Course?

Don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated student support team for guidance and support. Your success is our priority!

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