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About the Meeting and Event Planning Certificate Program

Spring Classes Begin January 26!

Spring 2013 Schedule

Attain a solid understanding of the myriad details and behind-the-scenes considerations needed to assure your meeting or event is a smashing success!

If you are.....

• Interested in finding out more about the meeting and event planning industry as a career opportunity
• Currently responsible for planning and implementing meetings and events
• An experienced meeting and event planning professional looking to update your skills
• A business owner looking for ways to expand services your services and value to your clients
• A hospitality industry professional or industry supplier
• Then don't wait to attend this fun and informative new program!

Program Core Classes:

• Fundamentals for Meeting & Event Planners
• Successful Logistical Planning
• Food and Beverage Essentials
• Legal Issues for Event Planners
• Finance & Budgeting Essentials
• Presentation & Communication Skills for Event Planners
• Project Presentations

Career Perspectives Courses:

• AV Behind the Scenes
• Event Marketing (Temecula)
• Hotel Operations & Destination Marketing (Temecula)
• Inependent Meeting Planner
• Planning Non Profit Events
• Special Event & Unique Venues (Temecula)
• Wedding Planning for Planners

Classes meet Saturdays at Cal State San Marcos from 8:30am- 4:30pm

And at the CSUSM Temecula location Mon/Wed evenings from 6-9pm 

Fee: $149 Individual Classes ~OR~ $1490 entire Certificate (plus textbooks)

Entire Program-San Marcos!

Entire Program-Temecula!

Information Sessions

San Marcos: January 10 from 6-8pm

Temecula: January 23 from 6-8pm

Select link to reserve your seat or call 760-750-4020