Event Management – Creative Design (EVC)

Campus

Newnham

Duration

2 Semesters (8 Months)

Credential Awarded

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

School

School of Fashion

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. For courses offered in the flexible delivery format, professors use innovative learning spaces and technology to teach students in a classroom or lab and broadcast in real time to students attending remotely. In flexible courses, students have the choice of coming on campus or learning online.

Learn more about Seneca’s program delivery options.

About the Program

Don’t just plan events — create unforgettable experiences.

Do you have an eye for detail? Do you enjoy planning events for your family and friends? Do you dream about creating experiences people can’t stop talking about? If any of this sounds like you — and you already have a postsecondary degree or diploma — the Event Management program is the perfect place to kick-start your career as an event planner and designer.

In eight months, you’ll learn what it takes to execute in-person and virtual events for real clients in an exciting, fast-paced industry. Taught by a team of industry professionals, you’ll develop the skills you need to translate your design concepts into events that will leave your clients speechless. 

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • planning in-person and virtual events
  • designing and presenting event concepts
  • creating intricate floral designs
  • writing engaging event proposals
  • fostering and maintaining lasting client relationships
  • planning logistics to ensure every event is a success
  • building budgets and securing sponsorships
  • making strong first impressions and building awareness for your personal brand through social media

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:

  • event designer
  • event planner
  • wedding planner
  • floral designer
  • event rental co-ordinator
  • in-house event co-ordinator

Affiliations/Associations

  • International Live Event Association (ILEA)