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Student Reviews

This course was one of the best I’ve ever taken and I’m so thrilled I went with IIEM! In life, it provides me with an exciting future as well as helps me pay the bills. I feel like I have the skills that interviewers want, so a job in this field shouldn’t be hard to find.

Abigail B, USA

This entire course has been life changing for me. I was only a normal event manager here in my place but after the course and all the assignments that I've done I've gained so much knowledge and insight that now I can confidently pick up any event and do it successfully. Thanks a ton IIEM for the great platform!

Divya S, India

Since taking your course, I received two very good job offers and have gone on to accept one of them. I felt during the interviews that I was able to answer questions referencing things I had learnt during my course. Thank you very much!

Louise I, Switzerland

Thanks IIEM for being there. I enjoyed my course from the beginning to the end. The course materials were very enriching and moreover the course assignments were mostly practical which makes it very interesting. The feedback was always appreciable. Having this certificate and the knowledge acquired increases my level of organizing social events at my work place and a sure edge over my competitors in the nearest future in my own company. Thanks once more IIEM for being truly fabulous.

Vincent A, Canada

I want to thank you all for the excellent program, the continuous support and for the valuable evaluations. I found it very useful and helpful.

Ahmed A, Dubai

This class allowed me to expand my way of thinking and was a nice way of solidifying some of the information I already know and gain insight on new tactics and ideas.

Dalena, USA

..another point I would like to add is the feedback that we receive in each assignment. It is so detailed and in-depth that it overcomes the fact that this is a remote learning course. I felt close to the teaching staff and didn't see any communication hurdle while doing or completing the assignments. Thank you once again.

Shalini B, Singapore

I am a floral and event specialist, this certification was a great way for me to have a competitive edge over other event planners and coordinators in my service area. Not only am I qualified to plan and coordinate weddings and special events, using this class I can now plan and coordinate a more extensive list of events.

Megan B, USA

I was very glad to have the opportunity to take this course. Each assignment was practical and was very thoughtful. It has been challenging for me to complete the assignments. I appreciated the detailed evaluations of the assignment. I was always excited to read them. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

Teona O, Georgia

This program provided me with the ability to examine both corporate and personal events and decide which avenue to take. Now that I have honed in on my skills as a Corporate Event Manager I am able to better serve my company and provide our customers with the expertise they need. In addition, I have been asked by personal friends to help with wedding planning and other events in my spare time. This program has given me the tools I need to be successful in my professional career and I truly enjoyed it!

Arianne L, USA

I am impressed with the way you structure the assessment.  It is easy to see your mistakes and do better next time.  Thank you for the opportunity to do this certification.

Lisa J, USA

Best course I've taken so far as well as the most useful for the future. I am on the verge of starting my own event planning business.

Shamaila S, Saudi Arabia

I'm very happy to have successfully completed my program at IIEM. I learned a lot to enhance my planning and organizational skills especially in the pursuit for my corporate event management goals. It also has equipped me for the expected and unexpected challenges that I may encounter as an event planner and how best to handle such situations. I'm happy I made it and already have one of my industry colleague now doing same course at the Institute as a result of my success in it.

Geraldine I, Nigeria

This program has been wonderful! I have learned a lot and look forward to the next chapter of my life! I definitely plan on promoting this program to my colleagues. Thank you!

Kathy Z, USA

I want to say that the program gives me a clear schedule for wedding planning, even for other event planning. After completing the program, I am confident that I could be a wonderful wedding planner, even an event planner in my future life. Furthermore, I must say that this program helps me to find another possibility. I love traveling, communicating, and planning, but I never know how to combine them together. Now I find the right way!! Thank you so much!!

X Yuan, USA

IIEM's program gave me a lot of insight into the field. I really liked how there was someone actually reading and grading my work and providing personalized feedback so I know exactly what I can improve on.

I Truong, USA

By completing this program, I was able to receive a raise and title change at my workplace. Thank you!

C Faircloth, USA

I learned from the program a lot of useful, accurate information and techniques in the event sector that benefit me in my future event projects to complete it with smooth steps. Many thanks again.

Munir S, KSA

The IIEM's helped me to learn and get more ideas to plan corporate events and reminded tips and details to plan an event.

Cecilia Q, USA

IIEM Program helped me learn so much and has prepared me for the wedding planning industry! Thank you so much for all of your help.

Aly C, USA

The program really thought me things I couldn’t just learn in the field, I thought I was already ready to be the best wedding planner without the program but it has really made me step up my game and be more accurate.

S Gonzalez, Mexico

This course has opened my mind. I've gained so much knowledge from this platform and it gave me the professional edge I needed to do the events I do. Thank you IIEM!

Simone M, West Indies

IIEM helped me not only to enhance my corporate event planning skills but also to gain insight and practice into other types of events, including weddings and social events. I enjoyed all the assignments as they allow us to be creative, to try out new things, and to explore the possibilities. The feedback was helpful and contained advice to take home. In the end, IIEM made me truly think of starting my own event management business--a thought I never had before. Thank you again for the wonderful program and for your careful time and feedback to all assignments!

Jessica B, Canada

The Masters Certificate in Event Management happens to be the most highly technical academic work I have embarked upon in my entire academic pursuit. The course has equipped me with the required skill for a career change. With this, the sky is my starting point. Thank You once again

Chiedozie A, Nigeria

This program taught me things about the event management profession that I did not know existed; details that I wasn’t aware needed to be taken care of. I appreciate this program so much.

Savannah A, USA

The program delivered information in a very concise way and the questions were very relatable for almost anyone to be able to reflect on events or meetings they have attended and be able to analyze them. By using real life experiences, I was able to really critique and analyze those situations and look at different places I attend in a different light. Overall, it was a great program with lots of information and lots of assignments to help you really think through about the stuff going on around you and about yourself, and why this path will work for you. Thank you!

Nura R, Canada

IIEM benefited me because it allowed me to explore a more diverse and dynamic approach to managing events of a greater magnitude. I have only been exposed to and allowed to create small scale events. In my previous role, I took on the event planning in the company out of necessity and it soon became the career path I knew I wanted to take. The programme allowed me to develop the fundamental tools needed to become a successful Event Manger and create a successful event. Before IIEM I had limited knowledge of event planning. I now can continue my growth as an Event Manager with the knowledge and confidence that I obtained with IIEM.

Kelby L, New Zealand

IIEM’s program was a great tool for practicing the art of event brainstorming and proposals. This program was an exercise in communication and creativity. The completion of this certification has given me a new confidence in my ability as a planner.

Danielle D, USA

I am delighted to inform you that this certificate is extremely appreciated here in Italy and it is very helpful to find the job I  have ever wanted. 

Rachele I, Italy

IIEM's Master's Certificate in Event Management program was top notch. As an event management stsff, it brought me back to things I may have forgotten about as well as presenting new information in the industry. The staff at IIEM were outstanding and very helpful in answering any questions I had along the way. I would highly recommend this program. Thank you!

Bandar A, Saudi Arabia

IIEM helped me gain so much information about event planning. I learned how to deal with clients and the process of going through and starting my business. I am grateful for this education.

Shelbi M, USA

This program helped to identify which areas were a challenge for me and how to overcome those challenges! Thank you!

Maileen R, USA

This program provided a great balance of Event learning tools through the required reading of the chapters, thought provoking essay practices, and required in-the-field applications. This has benefited me directly, by forcing me to re-visit event themes I had come to see as second nature, as well as helped me be more cognizant of event best practices while an attendee or manager at an event.

Alex G, USA

The IIEM program has provided me with the necessary information, and a detailed knowledge of event management. In doing the assignments, I gained a level of exposure and insight in the field. Although, I have never travelled outside of my home country – Nigeria, in doing the assignment, I travelled with my mind, and through research. I have also gained confidence to further pursue a career in Event Management.

Chiamaka, Nigeria

IIEM was extremely helpful in providing thought-provoking assignments. The research I was required to do helped me grow immensely as an Events Professional.

Hillary, USA

Because of the knowledge I have gained in event management, I am now able to work in other sectors for event management, particularly big shows that are conducted at the Convention Center. Furthermore, I am now well equipped for event planning and management. I was so thrilled to learn about the details of planning and management and look forward to applying my skills.

Tsegaye, USA

I will express my thoughts frankly; When I registered in this program my main purpose was to have a certificate to add to my CV as I already work in this field. The certificate should be an added value to my CV. Each module gave me certain knowledge; but the main one was for me Module Three. Module 3 was challenging for me since I don't have experience in this field and the assignment wasn't easy to do.

Sahar, Lebanon

The program was so very helpful in getting detailed information and helpful feedback in solving different cases or being in different situations. I loved all the materials and keep reading over them! Thank you for all the great support!

Neriman E, USA

This program brought me benefit as my current position: Cruise Director on a luxury ship. As well it might want to bring me to another direction, which could be 100% event in my new life shore side that I will start in few weeks. As English is not my first language, it was a nice challenge. Thank you!

Sarah M, France

This program has helped me so much and allowed me to understand the idea of Wedding Planning and the fundamentals of it. I really appreciate everything! All of your responses and taking the time to read through assignments. I hope with this it’ll allow me and my career to go big places.

Segen D, USA

The institute has an exceptional way of delivering the fundamentals of event planning with passion, professional experience, and creativity rolled into excellency that teaches the student to plan, implement and deliver the best events. The assignments provided me the proper skills and tools to dig deep and better understand the most basics to the deepest and most professional process of the event planning and managing field. I am truly grateful for the tremendous knowledge I have gained about the event industry after completing the Master's Certificate in Event Management.

Soraya B, Morocco

I am really happy with this Program and I would for sure recommend it for people that want to pursue their career in this direction, but cannot commit to a full-time master course. When selected for the internship, I also had good recommendations from professionals, but the IIEM's program surely helped in attesting that I was really interested in event management and I was not just doing it "for testing a new thing". It showed employers that I was committed and determined in changing my career path. The fact that the Program is very flexible (no videos to see at specific times, no particular deadlines) was for sure an added value and reassured my employer. So, I am really glad the program was flexible, otherwise I couldn't have finish it.

Sophie W, Luxembourg

The program directly benefitted me by helping me gain the knowledge I needed to get started in the event management industry and see events I attend in a different critical-thinking way. Without the course I do believe I would have lacked the courage to get out and try new things, ideas and really just get involved with this field of work. The process of researching and writing proposals really prepped me for the real thing! I am in the process of launching my own business here in my home town and I could not be more thankful for the experience I’ve gained through your program. THANK YOU!

Danielle B, Canada

Well, I can say that I learnt lots of stuff regarding wedding planning and details and I can say that after reading the modules my vision of weddings got widened.

Ramin A, Azerbaijan

The Program give me tools and clarify the key elements to successfully manage and organize an event. The Certificate in Event Management open wide horizons in my career in hospitality.

Jose P, USA

IIEM's Master's Certificate in Event Management program was top notch. As an event planner for over 16 years, it brought me back to things I may have forgotten about as well as presenting new information in the industry. I believe this well help set me apart from my competition with a certification and designation. The staff at IIEM were outstanding and very helpful in answering any questions I had along the way. I would highly recommend this program to those entering the field as well as those who may have been in the industry for a while with no certifications. Thank you IIEM!

Alicia T, USA

This program was of great benefit to me as I am going to be launching a new business focused on Event management, planning and Sound and light Rental. I have been a professional DJ for years and this experience was focused on Djing and AV services however I lacked the technical knowledge when it comes to seating arrangements and the other key aspects of an event that I may not have come across as a DJ, Host or instructor. I have benefited from every single module and in fact find that there are some areas and aspects that may not have been covered in enough depth but as they say one can only be taught so much. Experience and being hands on will surely teach the rest. Overall I would definitely and have already recommended the course to an individual who I may want to work with in terms of the planning side of things as she brings a more feminine touch to some of my outrageous ideas. Thank you for a wonderful course. I wish I could have finished it sooner but I guess all I can say is that this was the cherry on top!

Nii D, USA

Completing this course was a great experience in getting to know me as an individual. It provided me with the in slights on what really are my strengths and weaknesses. It also aids in fortifying my dreams of becoming a events and wedding planners. Now that I have completed, I can begin to look forward to creating my own events company and making it something to live for. Considering that there are many events companies already establish in my location using the knowledge I have gained through this programs gives me the encouragement I need in becoming a company which is unique offering something which is completely different from the other events company so we can definitely stand apart. Once again thank your for this amazing opportunity

Michaelyn B, Saint Lucia

IIEM’s program offered tremendous insight into event management and it gave me the opportunity to learn about new tips and strategies. IIEM’s program will definitely prove beneficial in my career moving forward.

David C, USA

The program enabled me to gain the knowledge required to be an effective Event Planner. I was able to apply my objectives learned in the completion of the module assignments over the duration of the course. The skills I have acquired has helped me in being a well grounded planner.

Wande Y, USA

As an event professional, this course gave me Certification; it also provided me with tools, ideas, and the proper training with constructive feedback to utilize in my daily tasks. Also, by spanning corporate and social event planning management fields, it allows you to think about encompassing the needs of your clients, attendees, vendors, and marketing. Understanding the needs of all, and how to build proper relationships to grow in your profession with a solid foundation.

Melissa K, USA

This program has helped me in several ways:

1) I have a better understanding of ways in which to communicate with clients.
2) I have more confidence in my understanding of what goes into the wedding planning process.
3) I can think through the budgeting process, as well as my own financial investment more accurately.
4) I believe my clients will feel more comfortable and relaxed in my abilities now.

Thank you so very much for this program.

Debra A, USA

I absolutely loved this program!!!! I learned so much especially from the assessment information! Very helpful and enjoyed this program greatly!

Kristin, USA

IIEM's program has been incredibly valuable to me in my business indentures. It has helped me fine tune the aspects of event management that I knew little about and also helped me discover my love for social events. The faculty always provided excellent and extremely helpful feedback and I am so glad I was able to participate in this program!

Thank you again for the time spent and the curriculum provided to me throughout this program! I know it will be of great benefit to me throughout my event planning career!

Nicole, USA

As I am already in the event management business, this helped to re-affirm some of the skills used and also pushed me to think outside of my current norm. Also, the certification is research-based which I believe is also a big chunk of what is important in this field. This will be good for a new planner to see through the certification and helped me to strengthen a skill I was already utilizing. Thank you for developing a program that I truly feel represents the skills needed in Event Management.

Lesia, USA

IIEM helped me understand the details about managing an event. The modules were full of important details to have a successful event.

Jennifer, Saudi Arabia

First of all I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to study online with your institution, and also for all your comments provided. I have been in the States for 4 years and have always been passionate about events and for me to be able to approach clients I need to have some qualification in Events Management. I have been an Events coordinator for a long period, and didn't have the certification, and now I can proudly say that: YES I do have a qualification in Events. I do intend to start something with a friend of mine and will reconnect with all the people I have known when I was in Events, and this course is a plus for my next step. Taking the course with the Faculty will definitely help me for my future career and I am very happy that I did this.

Marie B, USA

This program sharpened my critical thinking and research skills. Achieving this certification was part of my professional development plan. I will continue to rely on all the valuable information contained in the modules.

Sarajane, USA

As far as the IIEM Program, it really helped me adding credibility to my resume, giving me the chance to find career opportunities at a higher level! I would really recommend it to everybody as it is an affordable and complete program! I will be always thankful to the IIEM Team!

Renè N, Dubai

For me personally, I have just finished high school and I am now completing the IB. Over the next years of my life hopefully I will be able to get a good job in a wedding planning company and start off well.

Anaïs C, Switzerland

IIEM has been of great benefit to me. The courses were so rich and explanatory. The feedback from the faculty was excellent and well detailed which left no gap between the faculty and I. The program has immensely increased my knowledge base in event management and am looking forward to my Masters Certification soon. THANK YOU IIEM FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE.

Oluremi, Nigeria

The Program was very interesting and exciting. It filled a gap in my professional skills, where events are a very important part. Thank you very much again for this great opportunity.

Annalisa, Italy

Being new to the industry, the course assignments were great at testing my skills and giving me real life tasks that I may encounter as a planner. The courses were very informative and taught me a lot.

Vanessa S, USA

I am proud, happy, and thankful to IIEM and you for all your positive feedback. The outline of this course give me all the answers I wanted, but it encouraged me to hundreds of hours of research. I am very impressed in the time and thought you put in reading and commenting on my work. Over all this has been a great experience. Thank you very much again and all the best to you.

Carmela C, Switzerland

Thank you IIEM for a great experience. The largest benefit that I can identify from completing this program is getting an opportunity to look outside my corporations “event” bubble. When you are constantly in your day to day you can forget that there are so many different event styles happening all around you that you could leverage. While planning weddings is not part of my role at all, the module taught and reinforced budget management or understanding how standard project management skills will save you from trying to fix mistakes on the fly. Things like this will help grow me as an events professional in my current role along with roles in years to come. Finally knowing that I could do this program on my own time as we all know the events world doesn’t rest. Whether it was submitting modules in between programs I was executing or completing in the evenings, the program worked with my schedule which made it that much more enjoyable.

Autumn T, Canada

The program benefited me immensely in such a way that I am more meticulous in making concepts and taking into consideration problems that I might encounter along the way. It also widens my perspective in all aspects of Event Management. Best of all it bolstered my confidence since I feel I have more knowledge under my sleeve with this program I have completed.

Jennifer M, Phillippines

This program has added more value in my career and enhanced my professional vision. I would also like to thank you for these well designed programs. Furthermore, I am glad to get a Certification from this prestigious institute. I am appreciative of your kind wishes and support.

Attiq K, Pakistan

IIEM's program helped me enhance my career in event management by boosting my knowledge of event management and my resume. I recently have received two great job offers and I have IIEM to thank for teaching me so many things about the field!

Emily M, USA

I was very glad to have the opportunity to take this course. I learned a lot from this course, this course will enhance my skills in event planning that will enable me to meet my goals. I am excited and want to express my appreciation and gratitude and I plan to take the other 3 modules to obtain the Master's Certificate in Event management next academic year. Special thanks to the faculty. 

Mary M, Cameroon

Although I have studied event management with other institutes in my country with IIEM I was able to increase my knowledge on an international level and with each assignment my confidence within myself grew. Thanks to IIEM I am one step closer to my dream career.

Phoebe K, Trinidad

The program has helped me get confidence to step into the wedding planning industry.

C David, West Indies

First of all let me express my appreciation to the entire staff of IIEM. This program is of tremendous benefit to me. During the past years I have done decorating and planning, but was lacking the in depth knowledge of what this actually entailed. This program will enable me to embark on a more professional approach to the whole concept of Event Planning and not as a hobby, which I get paid to do! Once again THANK YOU!

Tessa I, West Indies

This program is an outstanding one. It is very challenging it makes you really think about if you are cut out for this line of work. Great program!! Thank you all for all of the feedback you gave me along with the videos you asked me to look at. They were very helpful. Thanks so much.

Stephanie B, USA

The IIEM program modules provided clear and concise information that will allow me to perform my role with more knowledge. My current role, has limited amount of event planning and therefore does not require certification, I would like to transition or shift my career path to a role where the primary focus is event management, meetings or convention services. I hope that having this certification will be a selling point on my resume.

Laura B, USA

IIEM's Program taught me a vast amount of details about wedding planning. The course gave me all the tools that I need to be a successful wedding planner.

Edmonds J, USA

When I chose to apply for the International Institute of Event Management’s Masters Certificate in Event Management I had thoroughly weighed my options and decided that this would be a great addition to not only my resume but to my knowledge. I am nearly finished with my courses for my bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, however, hospitality is such a broad concept and I wanted to take courses that explore solely the dynamics of event management. From this program I have acquired new skills as well as furthered my knowledge pertaining the many aspects of event management. After completing this program I feel confident that I can excel in my chosen field, and I would recommend this program to others.

Allie, USA

It was a pleasure working on this certification and I absolutely enjoyed every single minute i spent while working on the assignments. Not to forget, the amazing feedback I received from the faculty. Please mention special thanks to the faculty that provides the feedback. It was very nice to see someone pointing to the minute details of the assignments. They definitely helped me to get better as I went further in the certification. Overall, it was a very nice experience for me and I would highly recommend this certification to anyone that's considering a career in event management. Keep up the good work!!

Prathyusha, USA

Thank you to the faculty and staff IIEM for your constructive and positive feedback. I've recommended two other individuals to your program.

Glorietta, USA

I enjoyed the course and you have provided some really great advice in your feedback.

Sinead P, Ireland

Thank you again for the informative course. I enjoyed it!

Jennifer K, USA

I have learned so many wonderful things in Module Four and really feel like this will help me succeed in the future.

Holland E, USA

I particularly enjoyed the hypothetical proposal from another town, Orlando Florida. It was fun to research properties and practices of unfamiliar venues. Thanks for the opportunity.

Jennifer K, USA

I really enjoyed studying at my own pace and I personally found all the assignments very interesting, challenging, and hands-on. Thank you very much!

Marija U, Canada

The program content has a direct link and benefits to my new business in the wedding and events design. I will keep the modules for reference in the future. Many thanks!

Nita C, Malawi

Testimonials

The International Institute of Event Management® was founded with the belief that every student has the ability to achieve their full potential and be successful in their career. IIEM's scope is truly international and we're proud to have students in more than fifty countries across the world. Here are a few testimonials from our students in their own words.

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