THM 270 - Special Events Management

2-3-3
Credit Hours: 3

The Special Events Management course builds upon foundational event management principles to prepare students for the specialized demands of large-scale event production. Students master the comprehensive planning, execution, and management of complex events including corporate meetings, conventions, trade shows, festivals, and milestone celebrations. Through hands-on projects and real-world case studies, students develop advanced competencies in project management, vendor negotiation and coordination, financial analysis and budget control, and strategic planning for multi-day events. This course emphasizes current industry standards, cutting-edge technology integration, and professional relationship building within the dynamic meetings and events sector.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

THM 170 with a grade of "C" or better, and THM 278 with a grade of "C" or better or FMM 135 with a grade of "C" or better.