College for a party planner?
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Anonymous
| My child is truly a gifted an event planner -- throws elaborate dinner parties, crafts place settings, orchestrates fundraisers for school, masterminds quirky events that draw people together, and has a strong artistic eye. I don't think "event planning" is a college major, but we're looking for a school that would prime a student for such a career and also offer ample on-campus opportunities for such things through either Greek life or an otherwise robust social scene. But this isn't just a diversion; it's an ideal career. Any ideas?? |
Anonymous
| They need to study business. Especially accounting. The financial piece is huge with major events. |
Anonymous
| I know Penn State has a hotel management major. I wonder if there is an event planning track in that school... |
Anonymous
+1. They might find marketing interesting too. |
Anonymous
| I think GWU does have this. |
Anonymous
| Cornell has a hotel management/ hospitality school too. |
Anonymous
| Cornell for dual hospitality and business |
Anonymous
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UNLV
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Anonymous
| Hospitality with a side of business. |
Anonymous
| Johnson & wales |
Anonymous
| USC or Cornell Hospitality. |
Anonymous
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Public relations and development are
Careers that require a lot of party related planning. Look into Arts management programs well. |
Anonymous
| Marketing |
Anonymous
| I had a friend like this and she was spectacular. We both went to a top lac, she planned practically most of the big events and eventually became president because she was so well liked for her event planning. She now is a chief marketing officer for a major hedge fund and makes more than I ever will. College is perfect for these students- my friend majored in English and media, but marketing is also a good route. |
Anonymous
| UCF |