Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course covers planning events such as meetings, conferences, convention and trade shows within the parameters of that segment of the business and tourism industries. Students are introduced to the differences between types of events, their scale, target markets, purposes, venues and logistics. This course focuses on meeting and convention management from both the perspective of the planner and the venue. The process of selling space, functions and events to groups, and the methods for servicing group business after the sale are outlined. Also addressed are the steps that are taken to plan, organize, and produce such activities from an emphasis on marketing. This course is for students enrolled in the Hospitality program.Usually HeldMon 3:30pm–5:30pm