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Events Manual
Events Manual
Budget
Budgeting is a vital part of event planning because it influences the choices and decisions you make when looking at products or services to include in your event. If possible, know what the available budget is before you start organising your event in any detail.
Expenses
Event expenses you have to budget for may include:
- Hire of venue
- Hire of audio-visual and other equipment
- Catering – food, drinks and service staff
- Employing staff
- Speakers costs
- Advertising and promotion
- Fringe benefits tax
- Invitations – design, printing and postage
- Printed materials - programs, name tags, table cards etc
- Photographer(s), gifts, entertainment etc.
Quotes and purchasing
It is important to choose the service providers or products that are licensed, most suited and affordable under your budget.
Information related to University quotation requirements, requesting quotations and choosing a supplier is available from the Office of Financial Services. If you need further advice, contact:
Michael Laves
Purchasing Officer
Office of Financial Services
Phone: 1671
Email: michael.laves@mq.edu.au