Certified Event Management Professional (CEMP)

The Certified Event Management Professional (CEMP) course is designed to help participants prepare for the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) exam, equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and strategies to succeed. The CMP credential is recognized globally as the badge of excellence in the events industry. This course provides a comprehensive overview of best practices in event planning, management, and execution while helping participants understand and apply the CMP-International Standards (CMP-IS).

Participants will learn proven study techniques, test-taking strategies, and key industry concepts essential for both the CMP exam and practical implementation in real-world event management. By the end of this training, attendees will feel confident in their ability to navigate the exam and integrate industry standards into their professional practice.

Section 1: Strategic Planning & Project Management

• Overview of CMP-IS and its relevance to the exam.
• Creating a strategic plan for meetings and events.
• Sustainability planning in event management.
• Developing a long-term viability and continuity plan.
• Project planning and execution for events.

Section 2: Risk & Financial Management

• Understanding and managing event risks.
• Financial planning and budget control for events.
• Managing funding, sponsorships, and monetary transactions.
• Risk assessment methodologies and compliance.

Section 3: Human Resources & Stakeholder Engagement

• Recruitment and training of event staff and volunteers.
• Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations.
• Communication strategies for event success.
• Team dynamics and leadership in event management.

Section 4: Event Design & Site Management

• Developing a structured event program.
• Speaker and performer engagement strategies.
• Venue selection, layout planning, and logistics.
• Food and beverage coordination.
• On-site management and real-time troubleshooting.

Section 5: Marketing & Exam Preparation

• Creating and executing a marketing plan for events.
• Digital marketing strategies for event promotion.
• Reviewing case studies and past CMP exam questions.
• Practicing exam simulations and test-taking strategies.
• Final preparation and confidence-building exercises.

Upon successful completion of this training course, delegates will be awarded a Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. For those who attend and complete the online training course, a Holistique Training e-Certificate will be provided. 

Holistique Training Certificates are accredited by the British Assessment Council (BAC) and The CPD Certification Service (CPD), and are certified under ISO 9001, ISO 21001, and ISO 29993 standards. 

CPD credits for this course are granted by our Certificates and will be reflected on the Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. In accordance with the standards of The CPD Certification Service, one CPD credit is awarded per hour of course attendance. A maximum of 50 CPD credits can be claimed for any single course we currently offer.