EVT 4030 - Advanced Planning and Risk Management

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): EVT 2010, EVT 2020, EVT 3000, EVT 3010, EVT 3100, EVT 3200, EVT 4020, EVT 4100, EVT 4200

Description: This course applies core meeting and event management concepts to the organization and execution of either a simulated, virtual, or an actual event. Drawing upon knowledge and skills acquired in pre-requisite events courses, students develop a complete project plan, including goals and objectives, budget estimate, sponsorship acquisition if appropriate, marketing and promotion strategies, program and logistics planning and post-event evaluation. In addition, students will analyze various risk management strategies for meetings and events to create a risk management plan for their particular event.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience