Event Planning at Fanshawe College

In this diploma program, students will learn skills in project management, event and communications technology, marketing, food and beverage hosting and management, customer relations, event execution, and more. Fanshawe College’s small class sizes offer a collaborative environment where students can develop a strong connection with faculty, peers and industry partners.

With a focus on practical event experiences, students will apply their knowledge planning and executing fundraising events, including a final capstone project. They will also participate in various multi-disciplinary event projects with students in other programs, and gain valuable work experience in a semester-long co-op. 

The program enjoys strong ties to the event management community providing an opportunity for students to collaborate and network with a variety of community partners through field trips to events, destinations, and guest lectures. Upon graduation, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills for an event planning career.