HTE 2571 - Event Project Management

Credits: 3

Description: This course provides an overview of project management as an identification and explanation for the building blocks of an event from start to finish. The project triangle is introduced and demonstrates the construction of an event. Students will define the scope, create well-defined requirements, and develop work breakdown structures for an event. Task and precedence diagramming will be taught to develop the event schedule and master task list. Students will also learn to construct an event project communications plan for the purpose of communicating with internal and external stakeholders. The final portion of the course is designed to teach students to close out the function and visualize the lessons learned from the production of the event.