HM 202: Event Management II
This course will expand upon the fundamentals of event management to further explore operations and logistics in the event management field. Concepts of event production, design, registration, event-specific technology, funding, sustainability, human resources, overview of food and beverage planning, financial management, public relations, and more while working in a group setting to simulate an event management atmosphere will give students the edge that they need to excel in the events management field.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate standard tasks of professionals in event production.
- Apply standards of production professionals.
- Discover industry techniques for producing successful events.
- Plan and construct an event within a team setting utilizing industry standards.
General Education Objectives: Critical Reasoning
- Learners will be able to comprehend material with clarity
How does this class apply to your career?
- Learners will be able to harness their findings in the course to sufficiently leverage operations and logistics for an event in their current or future career.
Module materials include videos and external resources.
To complete this course successfully, access to a regular computer/laptop is essential. If you only have access to a phone or tablet, please check your local library for the assistant to access a regular computer/laptop. Chrome browser is highly recommended for this course. You may download the Chrome browser by clicking here. Access to a microphone and a web camera is needed for zoom meetings with the instructor. Excel and PDF readers are also required for this course. You may gain access to the following software below:
- Download Free PDF Reader Software by clicking here.
- Free access to web-based Office 365(including Excel) clicks here.
Additional technology requirement information can be found by accessing the Online College page.
To complete this class successfully, you must be able to perform the following basic technical skills before starting the class
- Use the learning management system.
- Use email with attachments.
- Download, save, and upload files between your computer, book website, and the online course room.
Incomplete Policy: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented evidence as described in the Student Handbook. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he or she must be passing the course.
Student Evaluations:
Discussion | 220 points |
Participation |
100 points |
Module Assignments | 200 points |
Group Presentations | 200 points |
Final Group Presentation | 280 points |
Total | 1000 points |
Grading Scales
A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
F = below 60%
Completing online classes successfully can be challenging as they require self-discipline, time management, and self-motivation skills. You are expected to spend at least 6 hours per week on the class learning activities and assessments. It may require additional time for individual zoom meetings with your instructor if you need help. Being able to balance your school and other life responsibilities is not always easy. It can help if you do not wait until the last minute to completing class activities in small sections every day is helpful to ensure you are on track with your learning.
You are expected to log into your Canvas course room at least three times a week. This allows for course updates and feedback from the instructor in a timely manner.
Tentative and subject to change
Module |
Subject Matter |
Assignment |
One |
On-Site Meeting and Event Destinations
|
Discussions
|
Two |
Designing, Organizing and Producing the Environment for an Event
|
Discussions
Assignment
|
Three |
Managing the Technical Aspects of Events
|
Discussion
Assignment
|
Four |
Registration and Event Technology, Marketing, Sales and Public Relations
|
Discussions
|
Five |
Event Funding & Sustainability
|
Discussion
Assignment
|
Six |
Management of Human Resources, Training and Supervision,
|
Discussion
Assignment
|
Seven |
Food and Beverage Planning
|
Discussion
|
Eight
|
Event Speakers, Presenters, and Entertainment Coordination |
Assignment
|
Nine |
Financial Management
|
Discussions
Assignment
|
Ten
|
Long-term Legacy, Impacts and the Future of Events Industry
|
Assignment
|
Eleven |
Course Wrap-Up |
Discussion
|
Emails will be responded to no later than 48 hours or by the end of business on Monday for mail received over the weekend.
Academic Honesty Policy
The college has a firm policy against academic dishonesty, including cheating or plagiarism. Students guilty of academic dishonesty will be administratively dropped from the course with a grade of ‘F’ and subject to disciplinary action, which may include suspension and dismissal.
Please refer to the Academic Honesty Policy for detailed information.
Technology Support
To be a successful online learner, certain technologies are necessary. Please click here to review the essential technology requirements of the college. Please keep in mind that certain classes may have additional technical requirements. You should be able to find additional technical requirements in your syllabus or your canvas course room. If you have any questions about the technology requirement, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 1-800-344-4522 or 304-697-7550 or support@hjc.edu
Accessibility Information
Huntington Junior College is committed to full compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For detailed information regarding the policy, please click here. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 1-800-344-4522, 304-697-7550 or pjustice@hjc.edu if you have any additional questions.
Copyright Policy
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This information is standard for each course but specifics may vary based on the delivery method of the course you are taking. Please follow the information provided by your instructor.
This syllabus is subject to change.