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    Event management courses can help you learn how to plan, coordinate, and execute events by developing skills in logistics, budgeting, marketing, and client services.

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    • S

      Starweaver

      Management Skills for New Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Intercultural Competence, Team Leadership, Team Management, Conflict Management, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Trustworthiness, Communication, Leadership, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Employee Onboarding

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Performance Management, Business Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Compensation Management, Decision Making, Recruitment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Milestones (Project Management), Project Schedules, Dependency Analysis, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Managing the Company of the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Innovation, Change Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Personal Development, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Relationship Management and Business Development

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Cross Selling, Business Communication, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Upselling, Business Relationship Management, Client Services, Customer Relationship Management, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Active Listening, Customer experience improvement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Introduction to Hospitality Management in the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Innovation, Hotels and Accommodations, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Service, Food and Beverage, Cultural Sensitivity, Digital Transformation, Corporate Sustainability, AI Personalization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management: The Basics for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Schedules, Performance Reporting, Management Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Product Testing, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, User Story, Stakeholder Engagement, Sprint Retrospectives, Test Planning, Registration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Full Stack Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, Node.JS, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Kubernetes, Unit Testing, Object-Relational Mapping, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Side, Application Deployment, React Redux, Cloud Services, Cloud-Native Computing, Git (Version Control System), Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Computing, Web Development, Jupyter, Large Language Modeling, Interviewing Skills

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM AI Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Product Planning, Commercialization, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Stakeholder Engagement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Stakeholder Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Columbia University

      Construction Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Project Finance, Cost Estimation, Punch Work, Project Risk Management, Bidding, Building Information Modeling, Scheduling, Cost Control, Environment Health And Safety, Project Closure, Lean Methodologies, Real Estate, Cash Flows, Construction, Business Transformation, Innovation, Architecture and Construction

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Google Ads, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Campaign Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular event management courses

    • Management Skills for New Managers: Starweaver
    • The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work: University of London
    • Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management: University of Virginia
    • Managing the Company of the Future: University of London
    • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver
    • Introduction to Hospitality Management in the 21st Century : Starweaver
    • Project Management: The Basics for Success: University of California, Irvine
    • IBM Product Manager: IBM
    • IBM Full Stack Software Developer: IBM
    • IBM AI Product Manager: IBM

    Why Learn Event Management?

    Event management involves planning, organizing, and executing events—from conferences and festivals to weddings and corporate gatherings. It blends creativity, logistics, budgeting, and communication to deliver memorable experiences. Learning event management can help you build skills to lead complex projects, coordinate teams, and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused industry.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Event Management

    Courses like the Introduction to Budgeting for Events from Dubai College of Tourism that offers insights into planning, marketing, and executing events of all sizes. These courses cover everything from logistics and budgeting to audience engagement and sponsorship.‎

    Yes. Many event management courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lessons and reading materials without cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to plan events from start to finish, manage timelines and budgets, coordinate vendors and venues, promote events through digital marketing, and ensure smooth execution on the day of the event. Some courses also explore risk management, sustainability, and post-event evaluation.‎

    No prior experience is necessary. Many courses are beginner-friendly and guide you through event planning fundamentals. If you have experience in hospitality, marketing, or business, you may find those skills transferable.‎

    Yes. Event management skills are in demand across industries such as hospitality, corporate training, nonprofit outreach, and entertainment. Coursera courses can help you build a portfolio, gain confidence, and earn certificates that may strengthen your resume or support your own event business.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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