HOSP 165 - Convention and Meeting Sales

Institution:

Southwestern Michigan College

Subject:

Hospitality (HOSP)

Description:

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in READ 100 or satisfactory test score. This course will give the student a practical insight into different kinds of meetings and conventions. The course will study the different types of organizations that stage such events, and the people who hold the key to site selections. The course will identify how to reach and sell to these important groups and key people. This course will give the student a basic understanding of the service aspect of planned events. Students will gain an understanding of function rooms and meeting setups, food and beverage service, audiovisual requirements, admission systems, exhibits and trade shows and finally convention billing and post-convention review. [Semesters Offered: Fall]

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.swmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 782-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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