Cedar Fair Resort and Attraction Management
The program includes four, ten-week semesters of classroom instruction and two full-time guaranteed, paid co-op experiences at one of Cedar Fair’s parks in North America or a similar establishment. Coursework will focus on preparing students for management careers in the resort and attraction management industry.
Duration of Program: 4 year
Inaugural Year: 2020
Online Certificate in Themed Entertainment
Step into the themed entertainment field with Purdue’s Themed Entertainment Design Certificate. Whether you’re an engineer, designer or artist, this flexible program will help you create immersive experiences, larger-than-life themed attractions and unforgettable experiences in the exciting world of themed entertainment. Study online, learn from industry leaders, and launch a unique and exciting career.
Themed Entertainment Design - Minor
The Themed Entertainment Design minor is a flexible experience that prepares you for a variety of careers. The minor is designed for any student within the Purdue University system but often attract students focused in Interior Architecture, Engineering, Art, or Hospitality and Management. You will learn the history and current resources of the industry, try your hand at creating all kinds of experiences and then specialize in one of a few distinctive areas to prepare you for your career in the themed entertainment industry.
Theme Park & Attraction Management
The Theme Park and Attraction Management program will immerse you in the managerial, creative, and technological aspects of the theme park industry. Our courses are designed to help you understand the complex industry, design, and manage successful theme parks and attractions while developing the leadership, communication, critical thinking and collaborative skills you’ll need for your career in theme park and attraction management. Our key industry partnerships with some of Orlando’s biggest names will expose you to national and global attractions industry leaders in the classroom as well as unmatched internship and job placement opportunities.
Duration of Program: A minor
Students Admitted Annually: Information N/A
Inaugural year: 2001
Library Resources:Publicly accessible library, Private resources only for community members (e.g., labs, workshop spaces…)