Event Sustainability Operations
Undergraduate Certificate
Allendale • Hybrid
• 15 CreditsUndergraduate Certificate
Allendale • Hybrid
• 15 CreditsThe average meeting and event have a great impact on emissions from such travel necessities as single-use plastics, air and ground transportation, food and beverage, and hotel and venue energy expenditures. Due to the size of the meeting and event industry, it is vital that professionals have a strong understanding of and the ability to implement environmental and sustainability practices.
Grand Valley's Event Sustainability Operations Undergraduate Certificate program prepares students to implement environmental and sustainability practices in the meeting and event industry. The certificate can be completed in one year or less and is available in a hybrid format, combining online and in-seat classes on the Valley campus.
The coursework requires 15 credits, including core courses on environmental studies, event management, event sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability in food service. Students can also gain practical experience through field preparation and field experience courses.
Studying Event Sustainability Operations equips students with skills to integrate scientific, economic, political, and sociocultural perspectives on sustainability. The program offers career training and experience through internships and fieldwork, enhancing degrees and resumes while providing valuable sustainability competencies.
For new students, visit the Admissions website for undergraduate requirements. Upon acceptance and for current students:
Kristen Jack, Ph.D., CHA, CTA, Program Director
401 W. Fulton
St.
286C Richard M. DeVos Center
[email protected]
(616) 331-3167
Collaborate with field and biology staff to oversee the implementation of restoration projects and to develop new products. Process and synthesize complex scientific data into practical strategies for restoration, monitoring or management.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 49,942.27 | 10% |
$ 60,906.49 | 25% |
$ 76,657.20 | 50% |
$ 96,563.00 | 75% |
$108,798.69 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.
Annual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 72,969.08 | 10% |
$ 86,121.85 | 25% |
$106,572.51 | 50% |
$142,328.21 | 75% |
$179,378.03 | 90% |
Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 33,750.48 | 10% |
$ 40,197.93 | 25% |
$ 52,078.02 | 50% |
$ 67,276.33 | 75% |
$ 93,470.03 | 90% |
Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 36,807.07 | 10% |
$ 48,019.11 | 25% |
$ 64,087.97 | 50% |
$ 79,607.67 | 75% |
$103,482.81 | 90% |