Master of Science in Event Management

Master the Art of Event Management

The Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality's MS in Event Management (MSEM) is one of the first degrees of its kind in the country. Its industry-leading and cutting-edge curriculum focuses on the skills event managers need to succeed in the fast-growing, globally expanding events industry. Engage in online or on-campus classes. Innovate and create the future at the Innovation Hub. Leverage NYU’s alumni network and industry ties. Our event management master’s prepares you for careers in event planning across all sectors.

 

Master the Art of Event Management

Tuition*

$2,785 Per credit
$27,562 Per term (10-12 credits)

# of Credits

36 credits

Study options

Onsite | Online | Hybrid
Fall | Spring
Full-time | Part-time

Minimum Duration

18 months

*See NYU Bursar site for more info. 

11%

job growth 2024-2034

$146.3K

median salary

84%

working and/or in school

2,485

Tisch Center alumni

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[1] Lightcast 2025
[2] Lightcast 2025
[3] NYU Life Beyond the Square: School of Professional Studies Graduate Class of 2024
[4] as of 1/2024

 

Why This Degree?

Learn from Industry Expert Faculty

Our faculty are seasoned experts in event management and hospitality management. Gain their deep industry insights in our program to learn the art of event planning and better understand the latest trends and best practices.

Enrich Your Network

Forge valuable business connections in our program. Join a global network of events industry leaders – alumni, faculty, and peers – propelling you to the top of the industry.

Thrive and Grow

With one-on-one faculty advising, a dedicated team of career counselors, and a wide breadth of student services, students have all the tools and support they need to thrive in the program.

Advance and Accelerate

Tailor your experience with our specialized tracks. Whether you are a recent undergraduate, working professional, or career changer, our program offers what you need to kick-start a path to new career opportunities.

Gain a Global Perspective

With a diverse student body, curriculum covering global industry trends and challenges, and opportunities to study abroad through Global Field Intensives (GFIs), you’ll understand the cultural and socio-economic forces that influence the events industry and stand out in the job market. Recent GFIs include travel to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Prague, Paris, Madrid, London, and Accra.

Rigorous Up-to-Date Curriculum

Through constant curriculum innovation, our program is designed to focus on emerging events industry trends. Frequent guest speakers–like Daniel Boulud and Danny Meyer–mean you won’t just hear about trends, you’ll also hear from trendsetters and industry leaders directly.

What You’ll Study

Core Curriculum

Students gain a solid foundation of event planning, event design, and event management with our business and research analytics courses.

Elective Courses

Take five elective courses and choose courses from three specialty tracks: Business Development, Sport Event Management, and Event Operations.

 

Capstone

Complete a consulting project for an industry partner or craft a thesis.

Internships

Participate in an internship to gain valuable work experience in the event management sector. Students who register for the internship course receive credit for the hours worked during that semester.

Where You’ll Go

Our graduates embark on rewarding and successful careers.

Where Our Alumni work
  • The Rockefeller Foundation
  • The Wedding Salon
  • UN Staff Recreation Council
  • American Red Cross
  • Egg Events
  • IACC Meetings
  • NYU Office of Events
What Our Alumni Do
  • Brand Ambassador
  • Designer
  • Director of Special Events
  • Events Manager
  • Events Sales
  • Hospitality Coordinator
  • National Manager
  • Producer
  • Public Relations

The above data is sourced from Lightcast

Spring 2026

Deadlines

Round

Deadline

Decision Release

Priority

August 1, 2025

October 15, 2025

Regular

October 1, 2025

November 15, 2025

Final

November 15, 2025

December 20, 2025

Priority

Deadline

Decision Release

August 1, 2025

October 15, 2025

Regular

Deadline

Decision Release

October 1, 2025

November 15, 2025

Final

Deadline

Decision Release

November 15, 2025

December 20, 2025

Fall 2026

Deadlines

Round

Deadline

Decision Release

Priority 1

November 1, 2025

December 15, 2025

Priority 2

January 15, 2026

April 1, 2026

Regular

May 1, 2026

June 15, 2026

Final

July 1, 2026

July 15, 2026

Priority 1

Deadline

Decision Release

November 1, 2025

December 15, 2025

Priority 2

Deadline

Decision Release

January 15, 2026

April 1, 2026

Regular

Deadline

Decision Release

May 1, 2026

June 15, 2026

Final

Deadline

Decision Release

July 1, 2026

July 15, 2026

Real World Experiences

Your journey might begin in the classroom, but we ensure that you can learn through experience—rolling up your sleeves and taking your studies to the real world.
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Global Field Intensives

These travel experiences provide an international business perspective while attuning students to the cultural and socio-economic forces that influence the event, and food and beverage industries.

Learn more About Global Field Intensives
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Internships

Through the Tisch Center of Hospitality and the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development at NYU SPS, event management students have the opportunity to complete a wide range of event management internships that provide the hands-on experience needed to develop and accelerate their careers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Event management is the process of envisioning, designing, producing, and delivering live or virtual events. Event types range from business conventions, trade shows, training seminars, press conferences, and industry conferences to brand management events, concerts, festivals, weddings, parties, and more.

A Master’s in Event Management (MSEM), also known as a Master of Science in Event Management, equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for planning and managing events across various industries.

 

The event industry is brimming with jobs and career opportunities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for meeting, convention, and event managers is expected to grow by 8% from 2022 to 2032, which is faster than the average for all occupations. With a Master’s degree in Event Management, you could become:

  • an event producer
  • a venue manager
  • a sponsorship manager
  • a marketing manager
  • a wedding planner

A master’s degree in event management can significantly enhance your career and help you advance into leadership roles. Completing an event management master's program at the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality provides a strong professional network, a competitive advantage, and advanced skills in the event industry.

Earning your master’s degree in event management in New York City — known for its large-scale public events, corporate events, private events, and vibrant event scene —  provides unparalleled hands-on experience. It also gives you an opportunity to learn from top professionals in the field and to complete internships at major event venues, event production companies, and in-house event departments.

For event design, event managers need to be creative and innovative, so that they can produce successful events that surprise and delight their guests. In addition, they need to be detail-oriented project managers, who can coordinate all of the different event suppliers, manage event budgets, secure event permits, and negotiate event contracts.

The cost of earning an MS in Event Management at the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality depends on the number of credits and whether you're attending part-time or full-time. Please visit the NYU SPS Tuition page for tuition information, the SPS Financial Aid and Scholarships page for financial aid and scholarship information, and the Tisch Center Scholarships page to learn more about the scholarship funds available exclusively for the Tisch Center's graduate and undergraduate students.

Event management can be challenging but equally rewarding. The complexity of the field can vary greatly depending on the scale and type of events being managed. It requires a blend of creativity, business acumen, and organizational skills.

 

An event planner focuses on the concept and logistics of the event, such as selecting the venue, hiring caterers, and coordinating vendors. An event manager oversees the execution of the event, manages staff, and handles issues that arise.

The highest salary for meeting, convention, and event planners was more than $99,010 in 2023 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Salaries can vary based on several factors including education, certifications, additional skills, and years of experience in the profession.

 

A good event manager should possess the following skills and qualities:

  • Organizational skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Detail-oriented
  • Listening skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Tech-savvy
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making skills
  • Flexibility
  • Creativity
  • Passion
  • Leadership
  • Budgeting capabilities
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Risk management
  • Change management