Rosen College Fast Facts Top five hospitality management program in the world Nation’s largest program with 3,500 undergraduate students Located in the heart of the world’s premier tourist destination and entertainment hub Study-abroad programs with six international universities
Rosen College Graduates Work For: •• American Red Cross •• Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals •• Florida Hospital •• Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts •• Marriott International •• Orlando Magic •• The Ritz-Carlton •• Universal Orlando Resort •• Visit Orlando •• The Walt Disney Co. •• Westin Hotels and Resorts •• YMCA U N I V E R S I T Y O F C E N T R A L F LO R I DA R O S E N C O L L E G E O F H O S P I TA L I T Y M A N A G E M E N T
More than 60 world-renowned faculty members from 15-plus countries 159,000-square-foot, Mediterranean-style facility designed for hospitality education
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“I volunteered and worked all kinds of events as part of the Event Industry class, from conventions to trade shows to just plain meetings. It feels so amazing to provide great service to a guest and put a smile on their face. Managing events is hard work, but in the end, it’s very rewarding.”
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Career Opportunities in Event Management
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he Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida provides students with an unrivaled opportunity to learn and work in the heart of Orlando’s hospitality industry. The college is ranked as one of the top five hospitality management schools worldwide by CEOWORLD Magazine for its internationallyrenowned faculty, innovative academic programs, cuttingedge research and strong industry and community partnerships. At the Rosen College, we are developing the next generation of hospitality, tourism and entertainment industry leaders — including you.
•• Hands-on internships with top hospitality and event industry employers
•• Many graduates rise to senior management in two to three years
•• Industry-related student organizations for connecting with peers and professionals
•• A rapidly growing network of 8,000 alumni worldwide
•• Public Relations Specialist
•• Fundraising Events Organizer
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•• More than 90 percent of students have full-time jobs upon graduation
•• Concert Manager
•• Event Design Specialist
he Bachelor of Science in Event Management program will provide you with the theoretical and practical tools to become a leader in the fast-paced and rewarding event industry. Our specialized program was the first of its kind in the U.S. and continues to set the standard for event management education. Graduates earn a broad set of skills needed to successfully launch and manage smallto large-scale events, including entertainment, sports, fairs, festivals, meetings and trade shows.
•• Comprehensive event management curriculum that teaches technical and managerial skills
•• Funeral Director
•• Convention Service Manager
Learn the Art and Science of Great Events
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•• Community Relations Manager
You’ll learn risk management, marketing, finance and logistics, plus work with the newest technology and emerging trends in the industry. Our faculty are experts in their fields and have decades of experience developing the skills they teach in the classroom. While completing three paid internships, you’ll apply course work to the real world to broaden your practical experience. Upon graduation, you will be qualified to secure exciting positions with leading employers in a variety of industries.
Sample courses
Event Operations Event Promotion Fairs and Festivals
International Events Trade Show Management
•• Meeting Manager
•• Trade Show Manager •• Wedding Planner/ Coordinator