CGMP Housing & Accommodations Management 2

Question 1

What is a 'master account' in hotel billing for a government meeting?

Accepted Answer

A centralized account billed to the meeting's organization for pre-approved group charges

Answer

A master account consolidates pre-approved group expenses such as meeting rooms, audiovisual, and food and beverage charges so they are billed directly to the organizing agency.

Question 2

What are 'shoulder nights' in the context of hotel room blocks?

Accepted Answer

Nights immediately before or after the peak event dates that attendees may extend their stay

Answer

Shoulder nights refer to the days adjacent to the main event dates when attendees may arrive early or depart late, often negotiated into the room block at the same group rate.

Question 3

When negotiating hotel contracts for government meetings, what is a 'concession'?

Accepted Answer

An added benefit or value provided by the hotel in exchange for the group's business commitment

Answer

Concessions are benefits a hotel offers to secure group business, such as complimentary rooms, waived resort fees, free Wi-Fi, upgraded meeting equipment, or complimentary parking.

Question 4

What does the GSA per diem rate represent for government meeting planners?

Accepted Answer

The maximum daily lodging and meals reimbursement rate for federal employees by location

Answer

GSA per diem rates set the maximum lodging and meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) reimbursement allowances for federal employees traveling on official business, varying by location.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'rooming list' submitted to the hotel?

Accepted Answer

A detailed list of attendee names, arrival/departure dates, and room preferences sent to the hotel for pre-assignment

Answer

A rooming list provides the hotel with individual attendee reservation details so rooms can be pre-assigned, ensuring smooth check-in and accurate billing to the master account.

CGMP - Certified Government Meeting Professional Designation Practice Test

CGMP - Certified Government Meeting Professional Designation Practice Test

CGMP Housing & Accommodations Management 2