Event Management - Champlain College

Event Management from Champlain College is a Campus Bachelor Management and Innovation degree that prepares you for a Business career. The field of event planning and management encompasses a wide array of business, social, cultural, educational, sport, music, and political activities. From private parties and promotional events to massive conventions and city-wide celebrations, these are just a few of the roles available in the field of event management: Association Meeting/Convention Planner Trade Show Director Conference Coordinator Special Event Coordinator for a venue Festival Director Wedding or Party Planner Public Relations Director Fundraising Director for non-profit organization Corporate Training Director Convention Bureau Marketing & Sales Manager Event Entrepreneur - creates and promotes their own event Event-related job opportunities are expected to grow faster than average, due to the continued growth of the global marketplace and a significant increase in the use of event marketing as a promotional strategy. Program Highlights Champlain's Event Management program emphasizes logistical planning, management skills and hands-on experience. You'll get a solid grounding in business management as you divide your time between the classroom and the work site, guided by experienced professors who bring years of industry experience into the classroom and other learning activities. Accumulate more than 500 hours of hands-on experience in a variety of venues, both on and off campus. Complete a second year Event Management Internship Series and a Senior Event Management Apprenticeship, tailored to your personal interests and career goals. For more details, follow this link to our EVENT PLANNING INTERNSHIPS page. Join other Champlain students for a European study tour or spend a semester abroad. Master important business skills you'll need on the job, such as marketing, accounting, and strategic decision making. Gain skills in applying current event management software and online resources to enhance the quality, creativity and effectiveness of your events. Click here for a list of TECHNOLOGY that is incorporated directly into our coursework. Work with a personal advisor in our Career Services office to help identify exciting job opportunities and make a memorable impression on prospective employers. Career Opportunities Event planning and management encompasses a wide array of business, social, cultural, educational, sport, music, and political activities. From private parties and promotional events to massive conventions and city-wide celebrations, these are just a few of the roles available in the field of event management: Association Meeting/Convention Planner Trade Show Director Conference Coordinator Special Event Coordinator for a venue Festival Director Wedding or Party Planner Public Relations Director Fundraising Director for non-profit organization Corporate Training Director Convention Bureau Marketing & Sales Manager Jobs Reported By Recent Graduates General Manager, Troy Pub & Brewery & Revolution Hall music venue (Troy, NY) Assistant Event Coordinator, Delaney Meeting & Event Management (Burlington, VT) Assistant Event Coordinator, The Waterview (Monroe, CT) Arts & Entertainment Assistant, Burton Snowboards (Burlington, VT) Event Coordinator, Champlain College Conference & Event Center Event Coordinator, Washington-Dulles Airport Marriott (Washington, DC) Catering Sales Manager, Hilton Hotel Burlington (VT) View more details on Champlain College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Management and Innovation courses.