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New Zealand needs skilled planners for weddings, festivals, and corporate events. This course teaches you the practical side of the job. You will learn to manage budgets, coordinate vendors, and run events smoothly, all within the NZ context.

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Where this can take you

Upskill. Career or Business. Made for New Zealand.

Whatever you are here for, these are the kinds of roles your new skills could lead to:

Event Planner
Wedding Coordinator
Event Stylist
Venue Coordinator
Event Assistant
Event Business Owner
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn.

5 modules · 50 lessons · Study at your own pace

01Welcome & IntroductionFree
02How the NZ Events Industry Works
03What Event Planners Actually Do Day to Day
04Types of Events and What Each One Needs
05Setting Up as an Event Planner in New Zealand
06Building Your First Event Concept
07Understanding Client Expectations and Managing Them Well
08Māori Cultural Elements in NZ Events
09Health and Safety Basics for Event Planners Under NZ Law
10Event Permits and Compliance in New Zealand
11Your Professional Toolkit: Tools and Systems for Event Planners
Included with your course

Your 24/7 AI Tutor.

It knows where you are

Your tutor sees the lesson you are on and what you have covered, so every answer fits your progress.

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Confused by a concept? Ask for a simpler take, a real-world example, or a quick quiz to test yourself.

There at 11pm

Study when it suits you. Your tutor is available around the clock, every day of your enrolment.

Inside this course · Your tutor
How do I respectfully incorporate Māori traditions into a wedding ceremony if the couple requests it?
That's a great question. The key is consultation and respect. It starts with understanding concepts like manaakitanga, which is about hospitality and generosity. You would work closely with the whānau and sometimes a cultural advisor to ensure protocols are followed correctly. I can give you a checklist of things to consider during that consultation process if you like.
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Charlotte Reeve
has successfully completed the
Certificate in Wedding and Event Planning NZ
Issued by Modern Education New Zealand
Certificate No. ME-2026-04871
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Student reviews

What People Are Saying.

5 average rating

Set up a plant styling business, and maintain it too

The content was clear and practical — including the set-up of a plant styling business, and ongoing maintenance too.

Emily P. · Verified student

The financial part of the business

Learning about the financial part of the business.

Kristine S. · Verified student

The first weeks are the foundation, not a warm-up

The first weeks in the home are not a warm-up phase, they are the foundation. The guidance we give owners during this window can prevent months of remedial work later, making early intervention one of the most powerful tools we have as trainers.

Gaylene D. · Verified student
What you get

Everything Included.

In this course

50 lessons across 5 modules, read, listen, or watch every one
Your 24/7 AI tutor, built into every lesson
Assessments and your ICOES-endorsed, CPD-eligible certificate
12 months access, with extensions available on request

As a Modern Edu student

Student discount on any additional course
Printed hard-copy edition of your course
More student extras on the way
How it works

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Read, listen, or watch each lesson. Go at your own pace with your tutor beside you.

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Get Your Certificate

Pass your assessments and receive your endorsed, verifiable certificate.

Enrolment

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Before you enrol

Is It Right for You?

This course is for you if

Aspiring wedding planners wanting to learn the whole process.
Career changers looking for a creative role in the NZ events industry.
Anyone wanting to start their own event planning business in New Zealand.
People who want a structured course covering NZ-specific rules like GST and safety laws.
Small business owners in related fields who want to add event planning to their services.

It is probably not for you if

Anyone needing an NZQA-accredited qualification. This is a non-accredited professional development course.
Experienced event managers looking for advanced, specialised training.
People who want a purely academic course. Our focus is on practical, job-ready skills.
Someone looking for an in-person apprenticeship. This course is fully online.

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Try the full course for two weeks. If it is not for you, we refund you in full. No questions asked, no conditions.

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Good to know

Common Questions.

Do I need any experience in events to start this course?+
No prior experience is needed. The course starts from the ground up, covering how the NZ events industry works, what event planners do day to day, and how to set yourself up as a planner in New Zealand. If you already have some experience, the later modules on pricing, marketing, and building a client base will add real depth to what you know.
How long will it take me to complete the course?+
The course has 50 lessons and takes around 117 hours to complete at a steady pace. If you want to move faster, the fast-track option covers the core content in around 11 hours. Most students study at their own pace and fit lessons around work and family commitments.
Does this course cover New Zealand-specific rules and regulations?+
Yes. Several lessons are built specifically around NZ law and practice. You will learn about event permits and compliance in New Zealand, health and safety requirements for events, alcohol licensing and responsible service under NZ law, and how GST affects event budgets and invoicing. These are not adapted from overseas content — they are written for the NZ context from the start.
Is Māori culture covered in this course?+
Yes. Two lessons cover this directly. One introduces Māori cultural elements in NZ events broadly, and another focuses on incorporating Māori traditions into weddings and events. This is practical, respectful guidance designed to help you work confidently with clients who want to honour te ao Māori in their event.
What certificate will I receive, and is it recognised?+
You will receive a Certificate in Wedding and Event Planning NZ, issued by Modern Education New Zealand. The course is accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards). This is not a nationally recognised qualification under the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. It is a professional development course suited to anyone building skills and credibility in the events industry.
Can I study on my phone or tablet?+
Yes. Every lesson is available in five formats: written text, narrated audio, visual slides, video, and AI tutor chat. You can switch between formats depending on how you like to learn and study on any device. The AI tutor is available on every lesson, so you can ask questions and get help wherever you are.

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