Hospitality, Tourism, and Event Management, BS—Event Management Specialization

Program Overview

This program prepares students for careers in hospitality, tourism, and event management through practical application and industry-experienced faculty. Students work on real-world events, developing skills in budgeting, logistics, vendor management, and marketing. Graduates are equipped to pursue roles such as Event Coordinator, Event Marketing Manager, and Venue Manager.

Program Outline

Teaching:

• The program features industry-experienced faculty.
• Students work on actual events from conception to execution.
• The program emphasizes practical application and provides students with the skills to solve challenges faced by leaders in the hospitality, tourism, and event management industry.

Careers:

• Event Coordinator: Event consultant and coordinator in Seattle, responsible for organizing and overseeing events including budgeting, logistics coordination, vendor management, and marketing.
• Event Marketing Manager: Develop and execute strategic event marketing campaigns, collaborating to create engaging event experiences that align with the organization's branding and marketing objectives.
• Venue Manager: Oversee operations of event spaces such as convention centers, hotels, or specialized event venues.