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Event Planning and Management
Learn to plan, execute, and manage a professional event, from idea generation to successful completion. This program can be completed online or in the classroom.
This program is perfect for...
- Working professionals who are considering the event management industry
- Those considering career transition into event management
- Event managers interested in further developing their skills
- Anyone looking to enhance their career opportunities
What you can learn.
- Introduction to the meetings industry and profession, and meeting management
- Site and venue selection, event design and experience, and budgeting basics
- Event risk management, contracts, negotiations, and marketing
- Event technology, food and beverage fundamentals, on-site management, and post-meeting follow-up
Courses
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
Estimated Cost Breakdown
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
**Federal Financial Aid Gainful Employment Disclosures
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