Hospitality - Event Management
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Program Overview
Humber’s Hospitality – Event Management diploma program provides you with the knowledge, skills, practical experience, industry exposure and professional certifications necessary to embark on an exciting and successful career as an event management professional.
Our program provides comprehensive learning and training opportunities to prepare students for valued positions in the event industry including:
- catering co-ordinators and managers
- event designers
- event marketers
- event venue managers
- in-person and virtual event co-ordinators and managers
- incentive trip and event co-ordinators and managers
- on-site logistics staff
- production staff
- proposal writers
- virtual, in person or hybrid event planners
- wedding planners
In the first semester of the program, you learn the foundational aspects of event management and gain immediate industry experience through interacting with industry professionals and working at/participating in several events. For the next three semesters, you will be thoroughly immersed in the world of event management through building on your foundational knowledge, gaining hands-on experience through attending and working at events, interacting with industry professionals, planning and executing events, and completing an industry field experience. You will learn the essential skills to prepare you to be successful in the event career area of your choice.
Semester 2 |
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| BACC 152: Financial Accounting 1 |
| EVNT 151: Event Design and Production |
| EVNT 154: Event Marketing |
| HRT 130: Service Excellence |
| WRIT 200: Workplace Writing Skills |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Semester 3 |
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| BFIN 250: Business Finance |
| EVNT 201: Risk Management in Events |
| EVNT 202: Public Relations, Fundraising and Sponsorship |
| EVNT 239: Careers Event Management |
| EVNT 251: Catering Management |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED : General Elective |
Work-Integrated Learning
is integral to developing a diverse and successful career in the event management profession. In this program, you will participate in a comprehensive field experience (160 hours) in your final semester. During the field experience, you will apply the knowledge and skills you have learned in the classroom to real event work in the field, network, and develop professional connections and relationships you will carry with you throughout your career.
Humber Advantages
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Event Planning Projects
Event Management students work with real organizations to conceive, plan and execute several events over the course of the academic year.
Learn more about the Event Management program and the events that our students plan and host.
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Go Abroad
Summer Abroad
Students in this program may be eligible for a credit through Summer Abroad in Croatia, Denmark, Finland, India, Japan, New Zealand, Peru or Vietnam.
Placement Abroad
Students have the opportunity to complete program work placements in Canada or abroad. Students may also be eligible to receive a bursary from Humber.
Study Abroad
Qualified students in this program may have a unique opportunity to complete their fourth semester living abroad in Europe or Taiwan. Students are enrolled with Humber and pay an additional program fee for this Semester 4 optional program. Participation is subject to eligibility standards and an application process.
Current opportunities include:
Semester 4 Europe: in January and February, qualified students may be based in Strasbourg, France and will spend eight weeks living, touring and studying in Europe. Students will take unique courses that count towards the completion of their fourth semester credits.
Semester 4 Taiwan: this 18-week program from the end of February through the end of June offers students the opportunity to embrace the local culture, customs and language of Taiwan and our partner institution National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism.
Each year, we offer a variety of experiential learning trip opportunities for students to study abroad. Our annual short duration experiential trips in May are approximately two weeks in length.
Qualified students in this program may also apply to a study abroad service learning trip to contribute to a global community. Past service learning trips were to Nunavut and Nicaragua. In addition, eligible students have the opportunity to apply for a study abroad experiential trip to Peru.
These trips vary each year and are subject to availability, participation and eligibility requirements. Additional fees apply.
Your Career
Launch yourself into a fast-paced and exciting career of leading teams, managing logistics and executing events! Statistics Canada projects steady growth across the Canadian special event industry over the next five years. Potential jobs in the event management industry include planning:
- business and corporate events
- concerts
- conferences and meetings
- exhibitions, expositions and fairs
- festivals
- fundraising events
- incentive travel programs
- wedding and social events
You may also be interested in working for an event venue such as a banquet hall, hotel, an event supplier or an audio-visual production company. Whichever route you choose, Humber’s program prepares you for both your career and opens doors for you in this growing industry.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Certification Opportunities
Qualified students have the opportunity to earn the following certifications as part of the program:
Program Availability
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| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
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| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International students in Canada could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now!
Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
Upcoming Recruitment Events
News Feed
Humber Polytechnic and Taiwan's National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism Celebrate Successful Partnership Milestones
Mon, November 11, 2024
Great things are happening within the Longo Faculty of Business partnership with the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT) in Taiwan.
Alumna Wins 2024 KML Top 30 Under 30 Award
Tue, June 04, 2024
Hospitality alumna and third-generation hotelier, Kalene Finnegan, has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the 2024 KML Top 30 Under 30 Award.
Hospitality and Tourism Students Make Meaningful Connections at Alumni Event
Wed, April 12, 2023
The Hospitality and Tourism Management programs hosted a dynamic and engaging alumni event, featuring nine accomplished graduates who returned to campus to share their academic and career insights.
Humber Teams Win First and Second Place in Event Industry Student Competition
Tue, February 28, 2023
First-year Event Management diploma and postgraduate level students participated in an Event Industry Student Competition sponsored by Meeting Professionals International (MPI).
Event Management Field Trip Fosters Hands-on Learning Experience
Mon, February 27, 2023
Hospitality - Event Management students spent the day at three event-based companies for an industry field trip.
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