GradCert Event Management (Waterloo)
Course Overview
Conestoga College's Event Management graduate certificate is a one-year, intensive program designed to equip students with the comprehensive skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of both live and virtual events. Through hands-on, practical learning, students gain direct experience by planning and executing real events for community partners across various sectors. The curriculum is delivered by a faculty of seasoned industry professionals, ensuring training is grounded in current best practices and real-world expertise.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience by planning and executing real events for public, non-profit, and corporate community partners
- Master the full event lifecycle, including budgeting, venue selection, catering, staffing, and stakeholder relations
- Learn to utilize cutting-edge project management systems and marketing tools for both virtual and in-person events
- Develop a professional portfolio showcasing your direct event management experience to future employers
- Learn from faculty with over 100 combined years of experience as event industry professionals and business owners
Course Overview
Conestoga College's Event Management graduate certificate is a one-year, intensive program designed to equip students with the comprehensive skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of both live and virtual events. Through hands-on, practical learning, students gain direct experience by planning and executing real events for community partners across various sectors. The curriculum is delivered by a faculty of seasoned industry professionals, ensuring training is grounded in current best practices and real-world expertise.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience by planning and executing real events for public, non-profit, and corporate community partners
- Master the full event lifecycle, including budgeting, venue selection, catering, staffing, and stakeholder relations
- Learn to utilize cutting-edge project management systems and marketing tools for both virtual and in-person events
- Develop a professional portfolio showcasing your direct event management experience to future employers
- Learn from faculty with over 100 combined years of experience as event industry professionals and business owners
