The event management program at Iowa State will offer you formal education, experience, and training for a rapidly evolving industry that is high in demand.

Our major includes curriculum in areas such as business management, journalism, advertising, hospitality management, business law, entrepreneurship, creative problem solving, as well as specific areas within event planning and management, such as: entertainment venues, wedding planning, conference and meeting planning, trade show management, and more. This diversity will equip you with the experiences needed to pursue all facets of the field, helping you become a well-rounded and marketable professional.

We foster your learning by providing you with academic knowledge in partnership with experience and application to best prepare you for a successful career in event management.