Course Description
Using principles and practices of event coordination and administration, students will design, develop, and implement community-based programs and/or events.
Athena Title
Program and Event Manage Lab
Corequisite
ECHD 3130
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1. Critique/evaluate the strengths and weakness of special events. 2. Develop skills needed to propose, plan, execute, and evaluate special events. 3. Supervise the utility, design, and implementation of a variety of experiential activities in multiple settings which encompass reflection, critical analysis, and synthesis. 4. Gain practical experience by participating in event coordination and execution. 5. Identify risks and benefits of event options/decisions. 6. Develop teamwork skills and an appreciation of collaboration in event planning.
Topical Outline
What is Event Management? History Career Trajectory Retro-Engineering Program and Event Theories Cultural Competence Social Justice Leisure Education Environmental Education Experiential Education Program Planning and Event Coordination Anatomy of an Event Writing Objectives Program Plans Event Checklists Needs Assessments Marketing Branding and Logos Promotion Budgeting Staffing Supervision Tech Riders Crowd Control Catering Talent and VIP Contract and Legal Issues