Event Management B.A.A.S. Degree

 

Why choose Texas Tech's Event Management bachelor of applied arts and sciences (BAAS) degree?

The demand for event planners is increasing, and they are needed now more than ever in order to successfully implement events of all sizes, from planning intimate weddings to stadium concerts. Texas Tech’s event management program provides the event planning skills that are essential for success in this fast-paced career. You’ll graduate prepared to execute events down to the smallest detail with the business knowledge to build trust in the industry. You will become familiar with business knowledge in your courses, such as accounting, marketing, finance, management, and more. Want to start your own event planning business? Perhaps you plan to find a job as an event manager for top corporations, nonprofit organizations, convention centers, and other event venues—either way, Texas Tech's program will provide you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge through hands-on learning experiences even before graduation.

You will grow your professional skills through a variety of hands-on event experiences with Texas Tech's event planning bachelor of applied arts and sciences degree.

• Manage events from planning to execution
• Become an expert communicator — discover how to best market your events
• Find solutions to real-world problems in the industry and discover how to handle them like a professional
• Access our trusted alumni network through classes and networking opportunities
• Learn how to be adaptable in a quickly evolving event planning job landscape
• Join a group of graduates highly sought after to fill roles at top companies like Disney, Universal, Marriott, and more.

What careers can I pursue with a B.A.A.S. in Event Management?

Texas Tech’s event management major will prepare you to understand what it takes to successfully plan a top-notch event. Ideal career paths include: