Overview

The Event Management (Online) at Centennial College provides a comprehensive foundation for professionals looking to excel in the dynamic global events industry. This graduate-level programme explores the complexities of planning and staging diverse gatherings, ranging from corporate conferences and festivals to social life-cycle celebrations. Students engage with modern management practices to understand how successful events are designed, funded, and promoted in a competitive market.

Why Event Management (Online) at Centennial College?

Centennial College offers a unique learning environment as the only institution in Canada featuring 20,000 square feet of dedicated event space for experiential learning. Students benefit from the expertise of industry-selected faculty members who bring years of practical experience into the virtual classroom. The programme's School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts holds prestigious SMART accreditations and Feast On® certification, ensuring high educational standards. Furthermore, the flexible online delivery allows learners to engage with course materials from anywhere in the world while maintaining professional or personal commitments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 17148 per year
• National fee: CAD 4132 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to cover every phase of the event lifecycle, from initial site logistics to final operations. Modules may include:

• Event Management
• Networking and Industry Relations
• Event Sales and Marketing
• Event Budgeting
• Volunteer and Team Building
• Sponsorship Development
• Site Logistics
• Event Programming
• Creativity and Innovation

Careers with Event Management (Online)

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership roles within the hospitality and tourism sectors. The programme equips students with the skills necessary to manage large-scale projects and coordinate complex team structures.

Additionally, graduates may pursue further education through established pathways. Centennial College maintains agreements with international institutions, such as the Swiss Hotel Management School, allowing for the transfer of credits toward advanced global credentials.