HCA 205 - Meetings and Events

Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the fundamentals of the meetings, expositions, events and conventions (MEEC) industry and its role in hospitality and tourism. Students will learn the history and the economic value meetings represent to a destination, and gain insight into the organizations that support this segment, including convention bureaus, destination management companies, and meeting planners. The course will broadly cover aspects of the industry ranging from planning to the management of details, with a focus on 21st century considerations such as legal issues, technology, social responsibility, sustainability, and globalism.

Prerequisite(s): HCA 101 or MGT 230 or SPO 110 with a grade of C- or higher

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