Bachelor of Science - Recreation - Event Management

The Event Management (EM) option is designed to prepare students to work in the event industry, either as event planners or with suppliers (such as hotels and convention centers). Students learn about event planning, coordination, and management in many environments. Graduates may work with many different types of events such as conferences, conventions, exhibitions, and festivals, as well as fundraising, political, religious, social, music and sporting events. They are also prepared to work at event facilities such as hotels, convention centers, and stadiums.

Coursework includes classes on programming and event planning, as well as a capstone course where students design, plan, and/or implement a special event. Students may also learn through experience by working at and volunteering for special events in the local area.