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Graduate Programs in Event Planning & Management
The following graduate programs
include event planning courses offered by the Hospitality and
Tourism Management department or the School of Management at each
respective institution:
Bentley College
Boston University
California State University-Long Beach
Cornell University
Endicott College
George Washington University
Johnson and Wales University
Northeastern University
Purdue University
Temple University
University of Massachusetts – Amherst
University of Nevada at Las Vegas
Students interested in this
particular field also have the option of pursuing a more general
management degree or certificate, such as a Masters of Business
Administration (MBA). Here are some web resources to search for such
programs:
Education-Portal
MeetingsNet
ACPW Professional wedding Consultants
Universal Class
Meetings and Event Planners
Vinca Rose Event planning
Useventguide
For a more exhaustive list of
colleges and universities that offer event planning courses,
click here.
Examples of course offerings
pertaining to event planning
- Event planning
- Service Management
- Sports Venue Management
- Risk Management
- Meeting Management
- Catering Design and Coordination
- Event Fundraising
- Introduction to Event
Information Systems
- Internet Event Marketing
- Celebrating Historical Event
Certificate Programs
To increase your attractiveness to potential clients, you can also
earn professional certifications in event planning. There are
several colleges and universities that offer courses and
certificates in event planning, which tend to be offered by the
Hospitality and Tourism departments. Many clients, particularly
those in the corporate sector, are especially interested in Event
Planners who have these designations or certifications. It assures
them that they are dealing with a professional and someone who has
experience in the field. Here are some examples of programs that
award certificates:
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