Technical Setup for Your Budget Planning Journey
Getting started with our event budget planning program doesn't require fancy equipment or expensive software. Most people already have what they need at home.
We've built our learning platform to work on standard devices because we believe access to quality education shouldn't depend on having the latest technology. That said, there are some baseline requirements to make sure you have a smooth experience throughout the program starting in autumn 2025.
What You'll Need to Get Started
Computer Specifications
- Windows 10 or macOS 10.14 (or newer versions)
- 4GB RAM minimum (8GB recommended for smoother multitasking)
- At least 20GB of free storage space
- Dual-core processor or better
- Screen resolution of 1366x768 or higher
- Built-in or external webcam for live sessions
- Microphone and speakers (or headset)
Internet Connection
- Stable broadband connection
- Minimum 5 Mbps download speed
- 10 Mbps or higher recommended for video calls
- Wired connection preferred for live sessions
- WiFi works fine for self-paced modules
- Data usage: approximately 2-3GB per week
Modern Web Browser
Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Keep it updated to the latest version for security and compatibility.
Spreadsheet Software
Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or LibreOffice Calc. We teach budget planning using tools you'll actually use in real work.
PDF Reader
Adobe Reader or your browser's built-in viewer. Most course materials come as downloadable PDFs you can reference anytime.
Video Conferencing
Zoom or Microsoft Teams. We'll send setup instructions before your first live session in the program.
Note-Taking Tool
Whatever works for you—Notion, OneNote, or even a simple text editor. Digital notes make searching easier later.
Cloud Storage
Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive for backing up your project files. Free accounts usually offer enough space.
Meet Your Technical Support Team
Look, tech issues happen. A frozen screen during a live session or trouble accessing course materials can be frustrating. That's why we have real people ready to help you sort things out quickly so you can get back to learning.
Finnegan Holbrook
Technical Support Specialist
Finnegan handles platform issues and connectivity problems. He's been helping online learners since 2019 and usually responds within two hours during business days.
Saskia Pemberton
Learning Platform Coordinator
Saskia manages our learning management system and creates video tutorials for common setup questions. She also runs optional tech orientation sessions before each cohort starts.
You can reach them through the help portal inside your student dashboard, or email directly at help@erionovira.world. For urgent issues during live sessions, we also have a priority support chat that gets you help within 15 minutes.
Your Learning Environment Matters
Setting up a comfortable workspace makes a real difference when you're spending several hours a week on course material. You don't need a dedicated home office, but having a spot where you can focus without constant interruptions helps.
Good lighting reduces eye strain during evening study sessions. A comfortable chair matters more than you'd think when working through budget spreadsheets. And having your materials organized—whether that's digital bookmarks or a physical notebook—saves time when you need to reference something quickly.
Pro tip from past students: Keep a backup charging cable at your workspace. Nothing's worse than your laptop dying halfway through a case study analysis, and you realize your charger is in another room.
Questions About Your Setup?
Not sure if your current equipment will work? Send us an email with your computer specs or tech questions. We'll let you know if you're good to go or suggest affordable alternatives if needed.
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