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Students gain practical experience in organizing successful corporate and social events, budgeting, marketing, contract management, and risk assessment. The programme also includes training in entrepreneurship and small business development to support those who wish to start their own event planning business. Whether your goal is to work for a company or build your own brand, this programme sets you on a path to success in the event and hospitality sectors.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        \r\n        <span class=\"section-badge requirements-badge\">Entry Requirements<\/span>\r\n        <ul class=\"programme-list\">\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> Five (5) CSEC or GCE O'Level subjects including Mathematics and English Language<\/li>\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> NVQ-J Level 2 or above in a related area plus Math, English, and two additional CSEC subjects<\/li>\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> Mature Entry (23+ years, relevant work experience and certification)<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        \r\n        <span class=\"section-badge details-badge\">Programme Details<\/span>\r\n        <ul class=\"programme-list\">\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> <strong>Duration:<\/strong> 2 Years<\/li>\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> <strong>Schedule:<\/strong> Part-Time<\/li>\r\n          <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> <strong>Location:<\/strong> Kingston<\/li>\r\n       <!--   <li><span class=\"tick-icon\">\u2713<\/span> <strong>Tuition:<\/strong> Affordable and flexible payment options<\/li> -->\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        \r\n        <span class=\"section-badge contact-badge\">Contact<\/span>\r\n        <div class=\"contact-intro\">Need More Info? 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