Event Planning | Sullivan County Community College

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationService OrientationTime Management

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageCommunications and MediaAdministrativeAdministration and Management

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionSpeech RecognitionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningFluency of IdeasSpeech ClarityOriginality

Tasks

Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events, such as meetings, confer
Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.
Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilitie
Contact potential clients, meet with professional and trade associations, and produce brochures and other publications to promote conference, convention, and trade show services.
Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, menus, and services according to customer requirements.

Technology

Project management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

Desktop computersLaptop computersOverhead display projectorsPersonal computersPublic address PA systemsTwo way radiosVideo projectorsVideoconferencing equipment

Work Values

RelationshipsIndependenceAchievementRecognitionWorking ConditionsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium13-1121.00	Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

Client objectives and event requirements — gather and document through structured intake consultations under supervisor guidance at a professional event planning firm.
Event facility checklists — apply to inspect venues and confirm basic compliance with customer specifications under direct oversight.
Audio-visual equipment and transportation needs — identify and coordinate availability using standardized request forms for small-scale meetings.
Vendor and site staff communications — support and relay coordination details under the direction of a senior planner for assigned events.
Event financial records — maintain and organize invoices, receipts, and budget tracking spreadsheets using provided templates.
Event bills and payment documentation — review line items for basic accuracy and flag discrepancies to a supervising planner for approval.
Catering, signage, and accommodation logistics — assist in arranging standard services by following established planning protocols.
Project management software and CRM platforms — enter and update event data under supervision to support team-wide coordination workflows.
On-site event activities — monitor attendee flow and escalate compliance concerns or participant issues to the lead planner promptly.
Word processing and desktop publishing tools — draft event programs, signage copy, and participant communications from approved templates.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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