Certificate in Event Management

Elevate your event planning career with FAU's comprehensive program, taught by an MPI® CMM (Certificate in Meeting Management) designee with vast industry experience and a passion for the field. Gain essential tools for strategic meetings management, aligned with industry standards set by the Events Industry Council. Learn to deliver value and maximize ROI in meetings and events.

Format:
Saturdays
On Campus or Live Virtual

Date/Hours:
September 6 - October 18, 2025
9:00am - 3:00pm
35 Hours - PDUs
3.5 CEUs

Sessions:
7

Price:
$1,100

COURSE BENEFITS

Gain the expertise to set yourself apart from the competition
Develop skills to excel in the fast-paced event management industry

Join us to advance your career in event management and shape the future of the industry!

"I can confidently say that the course exceeded my expectations in every way. It was well-structured, covering all essential aspects of event planning, from budgeting and logistics to marketing and risk management. The real-world case studies and interactive assignments made learning both engaging and practical."

Beata Delanoe, Youth Programming Manager, Broken Sound Club

"The Event Management course was clear, practical, and full of real-world tools I can use right away. The instructor's teaching style kept us engaged, and her experience in the field made every session valuable. Highly recommend this course to anyone serious about professional event planning."

Adalyd Oliveras, Project Management Owner, Pilotg7

CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION

Strategic focus on planning and executing meetings for maximum impact
Dive into legal aspects, contracts, and risk management crucial for success
Explore venue selection strategies and event technology
Craft compelling marketing campaigns and execute with sustainability in mind

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Current and aspiring event planners seeking career advancement
Individuals entering the event planning field and seeking training
Professionals managing meetings and events for organizations
Hotel and catering personnel involved in event planning

BOOKS AND MATERIALS

Electronic Materials are included.

FACULTY

Vimari Roman

FAU Instructor

Vimari Roman CMM, CGLC, CPQC is the CEO and Founder of Be Productive Meetings & Events and Be Productive Coaching. She is a Hospitality & Meetings industry expert turned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience at Sonesta, LXR Luxury Resorts, Hilton Hotels, and Accor. Being a second-generation hotelier, she has a passion for hospitality and service. As a change agent, she combines her expertise with her passion for serving others and empowering leaders.

In 2013, after working in prestigious hotels and resorts, Vimari decided to put her knowledge and experience towards assisting corporations in creating strategic meetings management solutions that increase business performance. As a Certified Meetings Manager (CMM), Vimari has built a network of trusted partners that allows Be Productive Meetings & Events to offer exceptional solutions that align with their company goals and objectives, producing measurable results.

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FAU Executive Education - Certificate in Event Management

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