MasterClass in Sustainable Events - Course in London

Our in-person MasterClass in Sustainable Events in London is ideal for those who:

 

• Have existing events experience and would like to add specialist event sustainability skills to their CV or portfolio
   
• Are looking to ensure the events they organise and deliver are environmentally sustainable
   
• Would like to gain a range of event planning skills to broaden their opportunities within the event industry. 
   
• Have completed a qualification in event planning and wish to develop additional specialist skills in sustainable events
   
• Have overseas experience or qualifications and wish to add a British qualification to their resume or portfolio 

Students studying on our Sustainable Events Course in London will benefit from the following:

 

• Face-to-face learning provision offers the opportunity to receive information, motivation, timely feedback, mentoring and coaching from the course Facilitator.
   
• Expert tuition from event industry specialists
   
• Small groups with strictly limited numbers provide an exclusive and unique, premium learning experience
   
• Enjoy learning from interactions with other participants who bring different perspectives and experiences to the classroom sessions.
   
• You'll be gaining experience in one of the world's most famous cities with London increasingly renowned for staging successful sustainable events.

During your Event Sustainability Course in London  you will study the following topics:
 

Sustainability in the Events Industry

• About sustainability and green initiatives
• What are sustainable events?
• Current trends and focus in event sustainability

 

Environmental Management Systems

• Introduction to ISO 20121 - ISO 20121, the International Standard for Sustainable Event Management.

 

Identifying Environmental Issues and Opportunities

• Looking within - understanding the support, and challenges, within your own organisation
• Researching your environment
• Looking for opportunities
• Existing 'wins' with stakeholders, venues, locations and authorities

 

Developing an Environmental Policy and an Environmental Plan for Sustainable Events
 

Considering:

• water usage
• electricity usage
• reducing waste
• alternative products
• waste management and recycling plan
• travel and transport plan
• biodiversity analyses
• green tech
• supply chains
• venues and locations
• offsetting
• eating green - menu design local sourcing, F&B packaging

Setting Objectives and Measures for Sustainable Events
 

• The "how will we know if it's working" question
• Standard measures
• Defining specific measures for your event

 

Communicating, Supporting and Implementing Best Practice

• Senior management commitment
• Allocating and agreeing roles and responsibilities
• Create and maintain documentation and procedures required for system effectiveness 
• Identifying and sourcing resources required for implementation
• Stakeholder engagement
• Personal Practice

 

Monitoring and Reporting on Results

• Monitor and evaluate performance, including internal audits and management review
• Report formats, audiences and content
• When non-conformities are identified: acting "in-time"

 

Marketing your Environmental Credentials

• Reputational advantage
• Sharing best practice
• Becoming certified or accredited
• Award nominations or sponsorships

Your Sustainable Events Course in London fees include:

 

• Registration, Tuition, Certification
   
• Digital copies of the course materials
   
• CPD Certified MasterClass Certificate in Sustainable Events awarded by The Event School London (awarded based on attendance and participation) 

The following entry requirements apply:

 

• Minimum age: 18
• Competent English language skills (comprehension and spoken)
• Existing generalist event planning experience