Event Management Certificate
There is a nonrefundable application fee of $50 to declare candidacy in this program.
Professional Certificate in Event Management
Successful event managers are the consummate party hosts — planning and managing all details of special events. Event managers make sure that everything runs smoothly and effortlessly. A Certificate in Event Management offers the necessary tools and training in financial and legal safeguards, marketing and the business habits of an effective event manager. The program provides professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to organize professional meetings, weddings, trade shows, conferences, sporting events, and other personal venues. As companies push for more international business relations, the demand for event managers is expected to rise, making it one of the fastest-growing professions in the next 10 years.
Participants in the certificate program will:
- Gain a broad understanding of event planning and management, as well as industry specifics in the principles of event management.
- Learn about risk, contracts, starting and managing your own business, and marketing.
- Benefit from internship opportunities to gain a better understanding of the event planning and development side of the business.
Who Can Benefit?
The program is designed for those who would like to gain knowledge, understanding, and hands-on experience in the event management industry.
Course Schedule
| Required Courses (9 units) | Units | Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developing and Managing Your Event Business | 3.0 |  | | ||
| Event Marketing | 3.0 | | | ||
| Principles of Special Events Management | 3.0 | | | ||
| Elective Courses (6 units) | Units | Fall | Winter | Spring | Summer |
| Corporate Event Management | 3.0 | | |||
| Event Design and Technology | 3.0 | | |||
| Event Fundraising and Sponsorship | 3.0 | | | ||
| Wedding Planning and Coordination | 3.0 | |
Completion Information
Completion Requirements
To earn the certificate, students must successfully complete (grade C or better) a total of 15 units: nine required and six elective units.
Completion Time
The program can typically be completed in nine months to one year. All coursework must be completed within five years.
Cost
The cost for the program is approximately $2,800. This does not include textbooks or materials unless otherwise noted.
Transfer Credit
One equivalent courses from other accredited colleges and universities completed within the last three years will be considered for transfer, up to a total of 4 units. All requests must be in writing and students must have paid the certificate application fee. Official transcripts required.
Instructors
Instructors
- Stephen Clayton, B.A., President, Soundskilz, Inc., Riverside
- Wendy Dahl, B.A., Wedding Planner, Dahl Wedding Company, Huntington Beach
- Mary Jo Gallegos, Accredited Bridal Consultant, and owner, An Affaire of the Heart, Alta Loma
- Cheryl Lawson, M.B.A., Event and Marketing Specialist, Party Aficionado, Riverside; Instructor, Devry University Online, Riverside City College
- Mary Litzsinger, B.A., owner, VP Events, Inc., Westlake Village
- Carolyn Mason, J.D., Attorney, Law Office of Carolyn Mason and President, Grand Affair, Inc., Los Angeles
Instructor Opportunities
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Additional Information
Textbook Information
If a textbook is required, information is provided in the course listing when scheduled, on the confirmation you receive after enrolling, or by e-mail for an online class.
Advisory Board
- Stephen Clayton, B.A., President, Soundskilz, Inc., Riverside
- Wendy Dahl, B.A., Wedding Planner, Dahl Wedding Company, Huntington Beach
- Mary Dann-McNamee, M.A., owner, Mary Dann Wedding and Party Coordinators, Manhattan Beach
- Mary Jo Gallegos, Accredited Bridal Consultant, and owner, An Affaire of the Heart, Alta Loma
- John Goolsby, owner, Godfather Films, Riverside
- Mary Litzsinger, B.A., owner, VP Events, Inc., Westlake Village
- Carolyn Mason, J.D., Attorney, Law Office of Carolyn Mason and President, Grand Affair, Inc., Los Angeles
- Karen Mohr Sunshine, M.A., Event owner, Plan It With Sunshine, Santa Ana
Contact Information
Cie Castillo
(951) 827-1605
bet@ucx.ucr.edu
