Hospitality Management - Meeting and Event Planning, Certificate
Make Every Moment Memorable.
Whether you want to plan weddings, corporate conferences, or nonprofit galas, this certificate equips you with the hands-on skills and professional strategies needed to succeed in the fast-paced world of event planning. Learn to design experiences that are seamless, engaging, and unforgettable.
What You'll Learn
- Coordinate logistics for events of all sizes
- Develop budgets, select venues, and manage vendor relationships
- Apply food safety principles and catering coordination
- Use marketing and customer service strategies specific to hospitality and events
- Understand legal, ethical, and risk considerations in event planning
Program Requirements
This certificate includes 34 credits across three semesters (including one summer session). You’ll complete focused coursework in hospitality law, catering, events management, and culinary operations.
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Where This Certificate Can Take You
Whether you're aiming to launch your own event planning business or work behind the scenes at major conferences, this program prepares you to thrive in a variety of fast-paced, client-facing environments. You'll graduate ready to coordinate events with confidence and contribute to memorable experiences from start to finish.
This program prepares you for immediate roles such as:
- Event Planner
- Conference or Meeting Coordinator
- Banquet and Catering Manager
- Venue Manager
- Hospitality Marketing Assistant
Graduates may find roles in:
- Event planning firms and agencies
- Hotels, resorts, and conference centers
- Nonprofit and corporate meeting departments
- Food and beverage catering companies
- Convention bureaus and destination management companies
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