According to the Education Portal, the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, is the largest U.S. college to offer specific event-planning courses; its Rosen College of Hospitality offers Bachelor of Science degree programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration, in hospitality management, event management and restaurant and food service management. Courses within the programs include event design and production, event promotion and catering management.
Rosen College of Hospitality
University of Central Florida
9907 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
407-903-8000
hospitality.ucf.edu
South University Online offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in hospitality management; according to the Education Portal, this is the top online program for event management. The MBA in hospitality management equips students to work in the hospitality industry, covering the areas of finance, marketing, management, advertising and research among many others.
South University
709 Mall Blvd
Savannah, GA 31406
800-688-0932
southuniversity.edu
University of Phoenix offers a Bachelor of Science in business with a concentration in hospitality management, which is a suitable course for students hoping to become event planners. The program includes courses in lodging management, food and beverage operations management, facilities management, and events and recreation planning. The program is available at many of the university's nationwide campuses and also as an online program, meaning students who are working or have family commitments can schedule their study accordingly.
Central Administration
University of Phoenix
4615 East Elwood St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
866-766-0766
phoenix.edu