Event Management

Program Overview

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Event Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program

Program description

Events can be used to stimulate economies, develop community awareness, increase public involvement, improve quality of life, raise funds and market products. Managing a successful event of any size requires extensive know-how and planning. In Georgian’s Event Management program, you gain the skills and experience to prepare for an exciting career in a fast-paced industry that relies on client satisfaction. The curriculum, designed by industry professionals, enables you to explore current trends and technologies that drive the industry. You have opportunities to gain hands-on experience in planning, marketing, executing and evaluating events. By the end of the program, you are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to find employment in the event industry.

Intake information

The next expected intake is Fall 2026.

Tuition and fees

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• You can afford this! Explore OSAP as well as awards, scholarships and bursaries to help you pay your way to graduation.

Work-integrated learning

• This program includes a field placement component where you’ll gain hands-on experience in a setting relevant to your program.
• Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.

Admission requirements

• Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent

Applicants who are lacking the above requirements may be considered upon submission of a resume, letter of intent and portfolio showing evidence of experience in a related field with a minimum of three years event management experience.

Career opportunities

Special events happen in virtually all industries, geographical areas, and climates. Communities hold festivals and public events, conferences and live events. There is also a demand for qualified professional planners in event planning in the not-for-profit sector. Graduates may find employment with charitable organizations
ot for profits, community and sports associations, meeting and convention planning, hotels and resorts, convention centres, destination management and marketing and PR firms.

Course information

• 12 Program Courses
• 1 Field Placement

Program-specific courses

• EVNT 1002 – Event Finance and Management
• EVNT 1008 – Event Marketing
• EVNT 1010 – Project Management
• EVNT 1012 – Sales, Sponsorship and Fundraising
• EVNT 1019 – Career Management for Event Managers
• EVNT 1020 – Event Planning and Programming

Course delivery method

• In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Related programs

• Baking and Pastry Arts
• Human Resources Management
• Interior Decorating
• Project Management

Program code

EVNT

Duration

1 Year

Credential

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Program delivery method(s)

In person

Field placement

This program includes a field placement component where you’ll gain hands-on experience in a setting relevant to your program.

Program Outline

Event Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate Program at Georgian College: A Comprehensive Breakdown

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Degree Overview:

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Objectives:

• Equip students with the skills and experience to manage successful events of any size.
• Explore current trends and technologies driving the event industry.
• Prepare graduates for exciting careers in the fast-paced event management field.

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Program Description:

• Focuses on developing expertise in event planning, marketing, execution, and evaluation.
• Emphasizes client satisfaction and industry best practices.
• Curriculum designed by industry professionals ensures relevance and practical application.
• Hands-on learning opportunities through event planning and execution projects.

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Outline:

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Structure:

• 1 year program
• Offered full-time and part-time
• Delivered in-person

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Program Content:

• Event Finance and Management
• Event Marketing
• Project Management
• Sales, Sponsorship and Fundraising
• Career Management for Event Managers
• Event Planning and Programming

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Course Information:

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Careers:

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Career Opportunities:

• Special events occur across all industries, geographic locations, and climates.
• Graduates can find employment with a variety of organizations, including:
• Charitable organizations
  ot-for-profits
• Community and sports associations
• Meeting and convention planning
• Hotels and resorts
• Convention centres
• Destination management and marketing
• PR firms

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Career Paths:

• Event planner
• Event coordinator
• Conference coordinator
• Meeting planner
• Special events manager
• Marketing and promotions manager
• Fundraising coordinator
• Public relations specialist

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Other:

• Work-integrated learning: Includes a field placement component where students gain hands-on experience in the event industry.
• Part-time study option available.

• Graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to find employment in the event industry.

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Note:

This information is a detailed extraction based on the provided context. It is recommended to refer to the official Georgian College website for the most up-to-date program information and details. The website may contain additional information not covered in this response.