Costs
How Much Does Event Planning Certification Cost?
At the International Institute of Event Management, certification costs between $795 and $1,295, paid once. That covers every course material, every assignment and the individual feedback on it, your digital certificate and official transcripts, and lifetime access to curriculum updates. There is no exam fee, no membership fee and no renewal fee.
Across the wider market the range is much broader, from a few hundred dollars for a short self-guided course to several thousand for a university program. Compare the curriculum, assessment, and feedback alongside the cost. Our event planning certification comparison puts the main education programs and professional credentials side by side.
Program fees and payment options
Compare the pay-in-full price and monthly-plan total for each program below.
| Program | Paid in full | Monthly plan | Plan total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Wedding Planning | $795 | 6 × $145 | $8709.4% more |
| Certificate in Corporate Event Management | $795 | 6 × $145 | $8709.4% more |
| Master's Certificate in Event ManagementAwards the GCPE® | $1,295 | 12 × $119 | $1,42810.3% more |
Prices are in US dollars and include tax where it applies, so the figure above is what you pay. Enrollment is open year round and you have up to two years to finish at no extra cost.
What the price includes
- All course materials, yours to keep
- Written assignments, each marked by a person with individual feedback
- A digital certificate and official transcripts
- A digital badge for LinkedIn, and a publicly verifiable credential
- Lifetime access to curriculum updates
- Up to two years to complete, at no extra cost
Is a certificate right for your goals?
A professional certificate documents completed education. It can help you develop skills when entering the field, changing careers, or moving into a new specialty. If you already have relevant experience, compare the curriculum with the skills you want to build next. A certificate is not a license or an academic degree.
Common questions about cost
How much does event planning certification cost?
At IIEM, between $795 and $1,295 depending on the program. The Certificate in Wedding Planning and the Certificate in Corporate Event Management are $795 each. The Master’s Certificate in Event Management, which awards the GCPE® credential, is $1,295. Across the wider market, expect anywhere from a few hundred dollars for a short online course to several thousand for a university program.
What does the price include?
The price covers all course materials, every assignment and the individual feedback on it, the digital certificate and official transcripts, and lifetime access to curriculum updates. There is no exam fee, no membership fee, no renewal fee and no charge to issue or verify your certificate.
Does the monthly plan cost more than paying in full?
Yes. The monthly plan has a higher total cost than paying in full. Both totals are shown on each enrollment page.
Is there a refund if it is not right for me?
IIEM offers a full refund within fourteen days of payment, with no reason required, provided you have not opened Module 2 or submitted a graded assignment. You can explore Module 1 during that window without affecting eligibility. The portal asks for confirmation before opening Module 2. See the refund policy for full terms.
Do I need to pay to renew the certification?
No. There is no renewal fee and no expiry. Your certificate and your GCPE® credential, where the program awards one, stay valid and publicly verifiable without any further payment.
Is a cheaper certification worth it?
A short course can help you explore an interest in event planning. When comparing longer programs, consider the curriculum, practical assignments, feedback, and credential alongside the price. Choose the combination that fits your goals and budget.
See the programs
Every program page carries the full curriculum, the assignments you will write, and both payment totals.