Event Management

minor

This minor provides an opportunity to acquire specialized knowledge and skills in the field of event management. Event Management students can apply the knowledge and skills gained to a variety of settings including but not limited to corporate, non-profits, associations, exhibitions, sport, government, and entertainment. The additional knowledge, skills, and experience gained from this minor can potentially elevate a student's marketability to future employers.

About this Program

Department Information

The Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management prepares students to gain competency in industry knowledge, develop intellectual abilities, and foster adaptive and technical leadership skills.
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Email | 352.294.1661 (tel) | 352.846.6627 (fax)

P.O. Box 118208
THE FLORIDA GYMNASIUM
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-8208
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 Curriculum

The minor is not open to students majoring in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management.

Applicants must receive approval of their college before obtaining Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management approval in 240 Florida Gym.

All credits must be completed at UF.

Required Courses

HFT 2750Event Management3
HFT 3512Event Promotion3
HFT 4517Convention Sales and Service3
HFT 4754Advanced Event Management3
Approved elective3
Total Credits15

Approved Electives

HFT 3253Lodging Operations and Management3
HFT 4468Hospitality Revenue Management3
LEI 3301Principles of Travel and Tourism3
LEI 3360Hospitality Management3
LEI 4540Management & and Supervision of THEM Facilities3