Courses Details

Week 1: Introduction to Wedding Planning 

Topics Covered:

• Overview of the wedding planning profession 
• The role and responsibilities of a wedding planner 
• Types of weddings: traditional, destination, themed, etc. 

Learning Outcomes: 

• Understand the basic functions and responsibilities of a wedding planner 
• Identify different types of weddings and their unique characteristics 

In-Class Activities: 

• Group discussion on the role of a wedding planner 
• Brainstorm different wedding types and their characteristics 

Homework: Research and create a short profile of a famous wedding planner, identifying their style and approach. 

Week 2: Basic Wedding Planning Process 

Topics Covered:

• Key stages in wedding planning (initial consultation, planning, execution) 
• Creating a wedding planning checklist and timeline 
• Understanding client needs and expectations 

Learning Outcomes:

• Outline the key steps in the wedding planning process 
• Create a wedding planning checklist based on a client consultation 

In-Class Activities: 

• Role-play a mock client consultation 
• Create a wedding planning timeline for a sample wedding 

Homework: Draft a checklist for a wedding with 50 guests, including major tasks like venue selection, catering, and decoration. 

Week 3: Budgeting for Weddings 

Topics Covered:

• Basic budgeting principles 
• Allocating a wedding budget for various elements (venue, catering, photography) 
• Managing client expectations on budget limitations 

Learning Outcomes:

• Create a simple wedding budget based on client requirements 
• Understand how to allocate funds to various aspects of the wedding 

In-Class Activities:

• Group exercise: Create a wedding budget for a fictional couple 
• Discuss ways to save money without sacrificing quality 

Homework: Prepare a detailed wedding budget for a small-scale wedding (50 guests), including key expense categories. 

Week 4: Vendor Selection and Management 

Topics Covered:

• Understanding the role of vendors (florists, photographers, caterers, etc.) 
• Researching and selecting reliable vendors 
• Managing vendor relationships and contracts 

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify key vendors needed for a wedding 
• Understand how to work with vendors to deliver client expectations 

In-Class Activities:

• Create a list of vendors for a small wedding and their potential costs 
• Role-play negotiating with vendors for better rates 

Homework: Research three local vendors for each of the following categories: catering, photography, and florists. Prepare a brief on each. 

Week 5: Wedding Themes and Design 

Topics Covered:

• Understanding wedding themes and styles 
• Designing the visual elements of a wedding (color scheme, flowers, decor) 
• Creating a cohesive wedding theme based on client preferences 

Learning Outcomes:

• Create a simple wedding theme based on a client’s vision 
• Understand how different design elements work together 

In-Class Activities:

• Create a mood board for a themed wedding 
• Group discussion on current wedding design trends 

Homework: Develop a wedding design plan for a spring-themed wedding, including color schemes, flowers, and decor. 

Week 6: Wedding Day Coordination 

Topics Covered:

• Preparing for the wedding day: timelines and responsibilities 
• Coordinating vendors and managing the wedding team 
• Problem-solving on the wedding day (crisis management) 

Learning Outcomes: 

• Develop a basic timeline for a wedding day 
• Understand the responsibilities of the wedding planner during the event 

In-Class Activities: 

• Create a wedding day timeline for a 100-guest wedding 
• Group role-play: resolving common wedding day issues (late vendor, missing decor, etc.) 

Homework: Draft a wedding day schedule, including preparation, ceremony, and reception timing. 

Week 7: Client Communication and Customer Service 

Topics Covered:

• Conducting initial consultations with clients 
• Managing client relationships throughout the planning process 
• Handling difficult clients and managing expectations 

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop strong communication strategies for working with clients 
• Handle client feedback and manage changing expectations 

In-Class Activities:

• Role-play client consultations and difficult conversations (budget constraints, change in plans) 
• Discuss common client concerns and how to address them 

Homework: Write a follow-up email to a fictional client after the first consultation, summarizing the meeting and next steps. 

Week 8: Legal and Logistical Aspects of Wedding Planning 

Topics Covered:

• Understanding contracts, agreements, and liability in wedding planning 
• Legal requirements for marriage (licenses, permits, insurance) 
• Logistical considerations (guest list, transportation, accommodations) 

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the basic legal considerations in wedding planning 
• Plan for wedding logistics, ensuring smooth guest experiences 

In-Class Activities:

• Review a sample wedding contract and identify key clauses 
• Discuss transportation and accommodation logistics for a destination wedding 

Homework: Draft a simple contract for a wedding planning service, including basic terms and conditions. 

Week 9: Marketing and Promoting Wedding Planning Services 

Topics Covered:

• Branding for a wedding planning business 
• Creating a portfolio and marketing your services (social media, referrals) 
• Networking with vendors and building industry relationships 

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand how to market and promote wedding planning services 
• Create a basic portfolio to showcase skills and services 

In-Class Activities:

• Design a logo and business card for a wedding planning business 
• Create a simple marketing plan for promoting services on social media 

Homework: Develop a marketing plan for your wedding planning business, including strategies for social media and client referrals. 

Week 10: Final Project and Review 

Topics Covered:

• Review of all key topics covered 
• Presentation of final wedding planning project 
• Client management best practices and how to grow as a wedding planner 

Learning Outcomes:

• Demonstrate the ability to plan and coordinate a basic wedding 
• Apply skills learned throughout the course to a final project 

In-Class Activities:

• Student presentations of their final project (wedding plan) 
• Peer feedback and review sessions 

End of Program Assessment:

Students will create a comprehensive wedding plan for a fictional client, including: 

• A wedding day timeline 
• Budget breakdown 
• Vendor list 
• Wedding design mood board 
• Client communication plan This plan will be presented to the class in a 10-minute presentation, simulating a client consultation. Assessment will be based on creativity, practicality, and the ability to meet client needs.