Event Management courses

About Special Events Planning in Fanshawe College

A specialist in event management is required in many industries such as business, associations, hospitality venues, non-profit, amateur and professional sporting events, galas, wedding and social events. A special events planner plays an essential role from concept to delivery, whether it's choosing a perfect venue for someone's special day, or managing vendors and volunteers to deliver a seamless event.

Hone your special event planning with a two-year program

Fanshawe's two-year Special Events Planning program can help you gain all of the skills and experience to prepare you for an exciting career in a fast-paced industry that relies on client satisfaction. The curriculum, designed by industry professionals, will explore current trends and technologies that drive the industry.

You'll have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience planning, marketing, executing and evaluating events. As a student, you'll also visit, collaborate and network with industry professionals working in the city's great state-of-the-art venues, including the London Convention Centre, Budweiser Gardens, The Western Fair District and leading hotels and sports venues.

By the end of the program, you'll be equipped with the knowledge, skill and practical experience to find employment in the event industry. If you're interested in going further, the program is a great stepping stone for other hospitality programs, including graduate diplomas and degrees. Sign up today and learn how to make every event one to remember.

Career Opportunities

Who hires Event Planners? 
Hotels, Convention Centres, Conference Centres, Casinos, Caterers, Golf and Country Clubs, Event Planners, Wedding Planners, Festivals, Cruise Lines, Theme Parks, Museums, Entertainment Complexes, Tourism Bureaus, Professional Associations, Non Profit Organizations, Universities, Colleges, Corporations, Insurance Companies, Hi-tech Companies, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Companies and Marketing Companies.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Class 12 passed students from a recognized board including CBSE, CISCE or a state board
• All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications
• Final minimum average of 65.0% based on the highest six Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses

English language requirements (one of the below):

IELTS: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 5.5  - 7.0 with no score less than 5.0 - 6.5 in reading and listening and a score of 7.0 in writing and speaking, with test results within the last two years
Please note, some Whitireia degree level programmes require a higher level of English language competence. 

TOEFL iBT :Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 60 - 100for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years

PTE: Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 40 - 65, with test results within the last two years

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Fanshawe College Tuition fee/Cost of Attendance

To provide prospective students an indication of the minimal account balance required before applying for admission to Fanshawe College, the anticipated cost of expenditures is as follows:

Tuition fee

The cost of tuition varies depending on the length and difficulty level of each programme offered at Fanshawe College. However, the average anticipated cost is as follows:

International Applicants: 2,135 to 12,450 USD.

Domestic Applicants: 1,035 to 4,590 USD.

Other Expenses including textbooks, housing, food, entertainment, among others: 7,600 to 9,120 USD.8

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