Many postsecondary academic institutions are now involved in a “race” to develop courses in this area in an effort to meet the demand of employers as well as students with aspirations to enter full-time MICE positions upon graduation. However, little research exists regarding the effectiveness of the instruction being offered by these programs. Further, no current study details what hospitality educators have identified as systematic standards, core learning goals, and appropriate adult education learning theories necessary for instruction in convention education.