Learning aim A2 - Skills needed by an effective event organiser

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• MBO
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Today's learning outcome

Knowledge about the skills an event organiser needs

For the assignment (assessed) you need to explain which skills are needed for an event organiser.

You need to be a multi tasker !!!

The skills

  Communication and interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Negotiating

Time management

Organising (planning)

Communication and interpersonal skills 

  Internal and external communication, the do´s and don´ts

(speaking and writing !!!)

 Positive, regular communication = The key to success!

 Listen to other people and ask for help when needed!

       Be a teamworker!

Mention a situation in which communication is crucial

Problem solving 

Check it out how attendees are doing

BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY !

Think about problems that might occur and have a 

contingency plan (=plan B)ready

= re-arranging the event in case of problems 

Problem>solution
(contingency plan)

Negotiating 

Always try to get the best deal and make sure you get what you want!

Play it fair

It is about relationships

You must be a good listener

e.g. Budget €500, offer €750
 

For your event: for which part is negotiation possible ?

Time management 

Helicopter view and detailed planning

  

Focus on what is important

Use your time wisely 

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