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Office of Professional & Continuing Education
301 OD Smith Hall | Auburn, AL 36849
http://www.auburn.edu/mycaa
Contact: Shavon Williams | 334-844-5100
Last revised April 16, 2015
Auburn University is an equal opportunity educational institution/employer.
No refunds can be issued after the start date published in your Financial Award document.
Education & Training Plan
Student Name: ________________________________
Start & End Dates: ___/___/_____ to ___/___/_____
Event Planning & Banquet Management Certificate Program
Mentor Supported
MyCAA Information
Course Code: AU - EPBMA
Program Duration: 9 Months
Course Contact Hours: 450
Student Tuition: $3,950
This training program combines a two course training track:
Event Planning & Management
Dining Room & Banquet Management
Event planners need professional caliber information that explains everything from how to
decorate, to the use of technology, and everything in between. In this course you will learn that
information and much more. It is through planned events that we remember our shared history,
our friends, family, and community. We include information on greener events, corporate social
responsibility, international best practices, and the expanding event field. You will also learn
how technology, including the use of social media, may be harnessed to improve the financial,
environmental, and other strategic outcomes of a special event.
The Job Outlook
Employment of meeting, convention, and event planners is expected to grow 44 percent from
2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations. As businesses and
organizations become increasingly international, meetings and conventions are expected to
become even more important. For many of these organizations, meetings are the only time they
can bring their members together. Despite the spread of online communication, face-to-face
interaction is irreplaceable. In addition, industries and businesses increasingly recognize the
value of hiring professional meeting planners who can deliver top-notch meetings at the best
available price.