Event Design and Experience Management, BS

The Bachelor of Science in Event Design and Experience Management will not only help graduates design, plan, and execute impactful events, but it will also develop leaders. The B.S. in Event Design and Experience Management is intended for students seeking careers as Event and Meeting Professionals under titles such as Event or Meeting Coordinator, Manager, Designer, Architect or Producer. The in-depth course of study examines the interrelated industry components of meetings, conventions, trade shows, and special events (including weddings). Students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience and create unique events in the new UNT CoLab located in downtown Denton, TX.

Hours required and general/college requirements

A minimum of 120 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree as specified in the “University Core Curriculum ” in the Academics section of this catalog and the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management requirements.

Major requirements

Plus 15 hours from:

Minor

No minor is required.

Electives

Hours required for electives may vary based on course selection and the University Core Curriculum requirements.

Other requirements

It is required that students entering the College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism have a minimum grade point average of at least 2.0 on all courses completed at UNT.
A grade of C or above must be earned in each merchandising and hospitality management course completed in residence or transferred to UNT. This includes all courses with prefixes CMHT, EDEM, MDSE, RETL, HFMD, DRTL and HMGT.
Academic requirements for graduation with a BS from the College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism include:
1. A minimum of 2.0 grade point average in the professional field, with minimum grades of C required in all CMHT, EDEM, MDSE, RETL, HFMD, DRTL and HMGT courses.
2. A minimum of 2.0 grade point average in all courses completed at UNT.
3. A minimum of 2.0 grade point average in all work attempted, including transfer, correspondence, extension and residence work.