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B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences: Event Planning

120

Credit Hours

Practical Experience

Complete an internship & gain valuable time in the field

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Showcase Your Skills

Showcase your work at conferences, events, & competitions

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Practical Experience

Complete an internship & gain valuable time in the field

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Showcase Your Skills

Showcase your work at conferences, events, & competitions

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Residential Event Planning Degree Program

Train to manage diverse events from corporate meetings and conferences to smaller social functions with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences degree and Event Planning concentration. Uniquely holistic in its approach, the Event Planning cognate combines multiple areas of studies into one. These include:

  • Business
  • Event design
  • Digital promotion
  • Photography
  • Event management
  • Wedding and conference management
  • Event catering and hospitality

Learn from experienced professors who are grounded in their Christian faith. Get a biblical worldview on the event planning industry and enter with the knowledge, values, and skills you’ll need to excel in the field and make a positive impact on your community. With this degree, you’ll also participate in an internship where you will gain specific on-the-job skills.

Start building a network of industry professionals by joining the Event Planning Society.

This degree is offered through the Department of Family & Consumer Sciences.


Academic Information – BS in Family & Consumer Sciences: Event Planning

Program of Study

Family & Consumer Sciences (B.S.): Event Planning

Admission Requirements

View Liberty’s undergraduate admissions requirements

Event Planning Courses You Could Take

  • Digital Photography (ARTS 361)
  • Special Events Management (EMGT 320)
  • Event Management (FACS 351)
  • Wedding & Event Planning (FACS 355)
  • Event Catering (FACS 435)

Career Opportunities for Event Planning Degree Graduates

  • Event Planner
  • Wedding Planner
  • Event Space or Venue Manager
  • Exhibition Coordinator
  • Event Planner for Trade Shows & Institutions
  • Health Services Event Planner
  • Party Planner
  • Donor or Sponsorship Coordinator
  • Catering Services Manager
  • Event Social Media Coordinator
  • Staff or Volunteer Coordinator
  • Marketing or Communications Manager
  • Program Coordinator
  • Project Manager
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