Introduction to Wedding Planning

Curriculum:

1. Introduction

- Welcome and introduction to the course

- Overview of the wedding planning industry

- Importance of wedding planners

2. Understanding Wedding Styles and Themes

- Different wedding styles and themes

- How to match a style with a couple's vision

- Activity 1: Mood Board Creation

3. Budgeting and Vendor Management

- Importance of budgeting in wedding planning

- How to allocate budget effectively

- Finding and managing vendors

- Activity 2: Vendor Sourcing

15 MINUTE BREAK

4. Marketing and Client Management

- Building your brand as a wedding planner

- Client Proposals

- Managing client expectations

5. Activity 3: Mock Consultation

- Participants will engage in mock consultations with each other to practice client interactions and needs assessment they will then put together a proposal thinking about their branding and meeting the clients expectations.

6. Legal and Contractual Considerations

- Understanding contracts and agreements

- Legal considerations for wedding planners

- Importance of insurance

15 MINUTE BREAK

7. Planning & Execution

- Steps to take throughout planning

- Documentation for planning and smooth execution

- Timescales for both planning and on the day of the wedding

8. Networking and Continued Education

- Building a network in the industry

- Importance of continued education and professional development

- Activity 4: Add one and other on instagram, if you do not have an instagram page its time to make one!

8. Q&A and Course Wrap-Up

- Addressing any remaining questions

- Recap of key takeaways

- Course evaluation and feedback

At the end of the course you will be given templates to use moving forward in your wedding planning journey and a list of key softwares to use.

You will also be given a discount for other courses provided by Serenity London.

This curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of wedding planning basics and essential skills needed to kickstart a career in the industry.

The activities included are aimed at engaging participants and allowing them to apply their learning in practical scenarios.