Venue Management School – Year 1
About This Course
Welcome to Year 1 of IAVM’s prestigious Venue Management School (VMS)! This foundational course is designed for current and aspiring venue professionals seeking to build a strong base of knowledge across all facets of public venue management.
Through onsite dynamic instruction from industry leaders and curated course content, participants will explore essential topics such as event operations, booking, marketing, safety and security, guest services, and leadership. Year 1 lays the groundwork for a successful journey through the venue management profession and prepares students for continued learning in Year 2.
Now Online! All course materials and required testing are now conveniently accessible through this online course portal.
Curriculum
29 Lessons
VMS Year 1 Class Materials & Expectations
IAVM’s Venue Management School (VMS) is the premier opportunity in North America for Venue Management professional development. In order to maximize your experience at VMS it is important to prepare for the experience.
101 – Labor Relations – 2025
103 – Developing Employee Potential – HR1 – 2025
104 – Booking & Scheduling – 2025
105 – In House vs. Contract Services – 2025
106 – Venue & Event Security – 2025
107 – Financial Management I – 2025
108 – Technology – 2025
110 – Food Service Management – 2025
111 – Team Building – 2025
112 – Crowd Management – 2025
115 – Stage Operations – 2025
116 – Box Office & Ticketing – 2025
117 – Accessibility Articles – 2025
118 – Sustainability & Green Initiatives – 2025
119 – Customer Service – 2025
VMS Year 1 Exam
You will have one hour and two attempts to complete and pass the exam. If you require testing accommodations, please notify your instructor.
Your Instructors
Amy Fitzpatrick
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Free
