Event Planning and Design

Business, Law & Education Pathway

Program Description

The Event Management and Design online training program will equip students with the knowledge to advance in the field if they have already working in special events, or it will prepare them to enter the profession with an understanding of the industry. Students build a foundation that they can use to build a career in special events or start their own special event business.

Program Outcomes

Students will receive a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate, and have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

Financial Aid and Payment Options

Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
Partial Payment Options (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development

Program Length

This program takes approximately 300 hours to complete. Students may work up to 6 months to complete the online course work.

Program Requirements

Academic requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Basic high school level competencies
Basic liberal arts knowledge
Understanding of and Interest in different cultures

Computer requirements:

PC or a Mac with a high-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable)
Basic understanding of computers and how to navigate the Internet
E-mail capability
Microsoft Outlook 2007 software should be installed prior to beginning this program. This program is compatible with the Windows XP and later operating systems and IE 7 and later browsers.

Application Process

To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.

Program Course Sequence

Course Number	Course Title	Course Hours	Costs T=Tuition/F=Fees	Textbook Information (approximate cost; subject to change)
*Course Series:*
HSL 025	Event Management and Design (Module I)	100	$895 (T-$20/F-$875)	Art of the Event, by James C. Monroe, CMP, CSEP and Special Events: Creating and Sustaining a New World for Celebration, 7th Edition by Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP (Both are included in the class fees)
HSL 026	Event Management and Design (Module 2)	100	$550 (T-$20/F-$530	Same as HSL025
HSL027	Event Management and Design (Module 3)	100	$550 (T-$20/F-$530)	Same as HSL025
*Course Series Totals:*		300	$1,995 (T-$60/F-$1,935	Included in class fees

Additional Information

Skills for Success:
Outstanding people skills, professional appearance, ability to work independently, good math skills. Knowledge and/or experience in hospitality-related fields helpful.

Since this course is delivered completely online, students will need to have the self discipline to complete all required material on their own. A course instructor will be available to assist students with questions and to lead online activities during the course of the class.

Career Opportunities:
Event planning small business owner; event planner for business or organization; wedding planner; or convention center or venue event planner.

Career Coach

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Contact Information

Program Director: Evelyn Weaver | eweaver@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-5840 | Owings Mill | 305D