HSCX1908X Event Management and Design
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Course Description
This online program provides students with both practical knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the modern special event industry. It will prepare students seeking to enter the profession and equip those already working in the field to advance. 300 hours.
Upon successful completion of the Event Management and Design course, students will:
Understand the Five Stages of Event Management: Research, Design, Planning, Coordination, and Evaluation.
- Learn the concepts of communication and synergy, and how they apply to Event Design.
- Learn different leadership styles.
- Understand how to manage their time effectively.
- Learn how to manage human resources and volunteers.
- Gain insight into hiring vendors, catering, sound/light technicians, entertainment, and other resources.
- Consider various marketing strategies.
- Learn how to conduct an event site inspection.
- Study risk management procedures and tactics.
- Learn about the requirements for necessary contracts, permits, and licenses, and how to meet these requirements.
- Be introduced to software for the office, event management, and CADD.
- Learn about continuing education and career advancement.
- Understand budgeting, pricing, and accounting as they relate to Event Design.
- Be able to apply the Principles of Design to event decoration.
- Understand the application of decorative elements available to the Event Designer, including backdrops, flowers, fabric, and lighting.
- Understand the various types of special events, and the requirements for each.
- Submit a complete Event Design Project, in which the student applies his or her knowledge of Event Management and Design to a professional-level Event Design Plan.
Course Fee: $2,195
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To register, or for more information, contact the Division of Extended Learning at 1-800-NAT-UNIV ext. 8600
