Meeting, convention, and event planner occupations are predicted to grow by 11 percent in the next seven years, according to The Bureau of Labor Statistics. In addition, the need for sports and entertainment professionals will continute to rise 10 percent. This unique realm of the hospitality industry gives creative and organized professionals the opportunity to combine a passion for sports, entertainment, or events with the desire to provide guests with an exceptional experience.

As a recognized leader in the hospitality industry, Johnson & Wales University can help students discover and reach their goals with an online degree in sports, entertainment, and event — management (SEEM).

What Courses Do Sports, Entertainment, Event — Management Students Take?

Through courses that teach problem-solving and leadership development, students will gain the skills and insights necessary to succeed in the sports, entertainment, and event management industries. Students will also have the opportunity to dive into their respective interests within the industy, like sports management, event management, or music production, all while learning from distinguished professors like William Kilka, Ph.D., who has over 20 years of industry experience, as well as a decade inside the classroom.  

While pursuing an online degree in sports, entertainment, event — management, students will take major courses like:

• Professional Sports Management
• Sports and Entertainment Marketing
• Concert and Event Production
• Weddings & Ceremonies
• International Exhibition & Events
• Athletic Coaching and Administration
• And more

What Career Opportunities are Available to SEEM Graduates?

Upon graduating, students will receive a strong business foundation to fuel a career in the sports, entertainment, and event management industry. Graduates will be able to use their specialized skills and interests to their advantages while job searching. Graduates will develop the necessary skills needed to take on a number of professions in the field, including:

• Wedding Planner
• Athletics Administrator
• Facility Operations Manager
• Project Coordinator
• Event Manager
• Booking Agent
• And more

Want to learn more about earning your sports, entertainment, event — management with Johnson & Wales University’s College of Online Education? For more information, complete the “Request Info” form on this page or call 855-JWU-1881.