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Corporate Event Planning and Delivery

This practical programme covers the full lifecycle of corporate events, from concept and budget to logistics and post event review. Delegates learn to run conferences, launches and functions that run smoothly and reflect well on the brand.

What you will be able to do

  • Define clear objectives for each event
  • Build realistic budgets and timelines
  • Coordinate venues, suppliers and logistics
  • Manage guest experience from arrival to close
  • Handle risks and last minute changes calmly
  • Evaluate results against the original goals

Course outline

  1. 01Setting the purpose and success measures of an event
  2. 02Concept development and theme selection
  3. 03Budgeting and cost control
  4. 04Venue selection and site inspection
  5. 05Supplier and vendor coordination
  6. 06Programme design and run sheets
  7. 07Guest registration and hospitality
  8. 08On the day management and troubleshooting
  9. 09Health, safety and contingency planning
  10. 10Post event review and reporting

Who should attend

Event coordinators, administrative staff, marketing teams and executive assistants responsible for organising corporate functions and gatherings.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026Dubai3US$1,500
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Lagos3US$1,500
7 to 9 Sep 2026Harare3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Kampala3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
28 to 30 Sep 2026Pretoria3R13,000
5 to 7 Oct 2026Cape Town3R13,000
19 to 21 Oct 2026Online3US$900
26 to 28 Oct 2026Mozambique3US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026Cairo3US$1,500
9 to 11 Nov 2026Accra3US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Kigali3US$1,500
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
7 to 9 Dec 2026Durban3R13,000
14 to 16 Dec 2026Johannesburg3R13,000

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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