Event Planning

Program Overview

Fanshawe's Event Planning program equips graduates with the skills to plan and execute events across various industries, including hotels, convention centers, and entertainment complexes. Graduates are prepared for careers in event services, marketing, and event staff roles, among others. The program emphasizes creativity, cost management, and web design, providing a comprehensive foundation for success in the event planning field.

Program Outline

Careers:

Career opportunities can be found with a variety of employers, including:

• hotels
• convention centres
• conference centres
• casinos
• caterers
• golf and country clubs
• wedding planners
• festivals
• cruise lines
• theme parks
• museums
• entertainment complexes
• professional associations
• Non-profit organizations
• colleges and universities
• corporations
• insurance companies
• hospitals
• pharmaceutical companies
• marketing companies**

Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Event Planning program:

• Event Services
• Perform all tasks and duties required for the setup, operation and tear down of all events.
• Event Staff
• Enthusiastic and energetic individuals helping to maintain an event space and provide excellent guest service.
• Marketing and Events Associate
• Support a wide range of marketing, communications and business development initiatives.