Foundations of Event Management Exam 1 Correct 100%(SCORED A+)

What does MEEC stand for? -ANSWER Meetings, Exhibition, Event, and Convention What are the 3 significant entities that organize and hold MEEC gatherings? -ANSWER Corporations Associations Government Third Sectors What are the key components of an event? -ANSWER Unique temporary gathering of people ritual What are some of the divisions of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry? -ANSWER Lodging, food, transportation, attractions, entertainment, shopping Does MEEC fall under tourism and hospitality? -ANSWER Yes What are the three parts of the event industry? -ANSWER Trade Shows and Conventions, Concert and Event Promotions, Party and Event Planners What are the two components of MEEC? -ANSWER Planning and Producing Name a few examples of careers in MEEC? -ANSWER Event Professional, Event Producer, Event Manager, Event Coordinator, Event Support What are the three event resources? -ANSWER People, Time, and Money Key External drivers of MEEC industry -ANSWER corporate profit per capita disposable income: hiring more, bigger bonuses time spent on leisure and sports travel by US & non- US residents Is more or less time for leisure and sports good for concerts and events? -ANSWER More time Is more or less time for leisure and sports good for party and event planners> -ANSWER Less time