Meeting Planning
Photo: Meeting Planning Using Technology

"Very inspirational, well-structured class. I feel like a better event planner already."
"Great real-life exercises. Instructor very clear and consise. So much energy in this class."

—Fall 2004 Sponsorship Students

Certificate: Event & Meeting Planning

Participants may complete program requirements and receive a certificate of completion, or attend only those classes that are of particular interest. A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of required classes. Applications for a certificate of completion, with a $50 non-refundable fee, are due a minimum of four weeks before participants attend their final course.

Event & Meeting Planning Certificate Application

Download the application below, or call 415.817.4238:

Certificate Requirements

Nine core courses and six elective courses for a total of 105 hours of instruction, are required for a certificate of completion. Courses may be taken individually or as part of the program.

Core Courses

All nine courses are required for the certificate.

  • Audio/Visual Basics
  • Dollars & Sense: Budgets, Accounting, & Financial Management
  • Site Selection
  • Fundamentals of Negotiations
  • Mastering the Maze: Contracts, Insurance, & Liability
  • Food & Beverage Management
  • Event & Meeting Marketing
  • On-Site Management
  • Fundamentals of Event & Meeting Planning

Elective Courses

Six courses are required for the certificate.

  • Special Events: Community & Non-Profit
  • Incentive Travel
  • Trade Show Management
  • International Conferences & Trade Shows
  • Corporate Events & Business Travel
  • Destination Management
  • Independent Event & Meeting Planner
  • Meeting Planning Internship
  • Government Meeting Management
  • Music & Entertainment Event Management
  • Sports Event Management
  • Wedding Planner
  • Event Sponsorship
  • Managing Murphy's Law

Tuition costs include class materials and handouts.

Walk-In Registration/Late Adds

Please pre-register for all Event & Meeting Planning courses. Walk-in registration and late registration will result in a $25 late fee.









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