Event Planning and Management

Cost per credit hour

In-state: $288;
Out-of-state: $810. See details and other costs

Credit hours

12 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to 3 credit hours. Browse course list

Program duration

Finish in as little as 1 year. Explore program requirements

Admissions

No fee to apply. Rolling admissions. Begin program in fall, spring, or summer. View application process & deadlines

Program Highlights

Elevate your career and bring knowledge to the planning, management, and promotion of meetings, sporting events, festivals, and other special events.
Make progress toward a degree: Apply course credits from your certificate toward a current or future USM bachelor’s degree.
Take advantage of our program schedule which is designed for working adults.
Learn from internationally recognized faculty with extensive experience in hospitality and sustainable tourism management.
Gain real-world experience by helping to plan, manage, and promote an actual event for a local organization.

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Program requirements

A Certificate in Event Planning and Management (CEPM) provides a comprehensive understanding of the event planning field. Our curriculum combines experiential learning with coursework, culminating in a final project planning an event for a real business.

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