This course offers the basic skills needed for a business-like approach to planning and managing a well run, high quality special event. The focus of the course is on increasing organizational effectiveness and developing sound managerial strategies. Students explore practical subjects such as fundraising and sponsorship, managing volunteers, strategic planning, risk management, and post-event evaluation. Prerequisite: EVNT 1100 Note: Students can only get credit for one of EVNT 2260, CONV 2260, CONV 1020 or CONV 1021
This course offers the basic skills needed for a business-like approach to planning and managing a well run, high quality special event. The focus of the course is on increasing organizational effectiveness and developing sound managerial strategies. Students explore practical subjects such as fundraising and sponsorship, managing volunteers, strategic planning, risk management, and post-event evaluation. Prerequisite: EVNT 1100 Note: Students can only get credit for one of EVNT 2260, CONV 2260, CONV 1020 or CONV 1021
