Student Experience

What to Expect

Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Event Management program.

Success Stories and Testimonials

smiling male graduate in suit“Algonquin’s Event Management program reinforced and improved my skill-set, while also exposing me to a truly vast professional network. Since graduating, I have held progressively more senior event positions with not-for-profit associations and academic organizations. My education, combined with my experience, has also enabled me to earn my Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation – a globally recognized mark of excellence in the industry.”
– Paul Glover, Graduate, CMP, Meetings and Membership Coordinator, Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease (AMMI) Canada

smiling female graduate“Upon graduating from the Event Management program, I started my career the following week as the Conference Manager for the Canadian Association of General Surgeons. After working there for two years, I accepted a position as a Conference Planner with the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine. I am excited to be advancing in the field of health care conference planning; an opportunity that would have never been available to me had I not been a graduate of the Event Management program. It not only provided me with the knowledge and resources I needed to start my career, but also connected me with a valuable network of professors, colleagues, and industry professionals. I would highly recommend the program to anyone considering a future in Event Management.”
– Cassandre Boland, Graduate, Conference Planner, University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine

Smiling female graduate“The Event Management Program was the best decision I ever made, as it lead me to my dream job! The program truly prepares you for a life and career in the fast paced and innovative industry of events. It provided me with valuable hands on experience as well as the opportunity to network with various suppliers and industry professionals. The teachers are a wealth of knowledge as are the various speakers, mentors and suppliers that support the program. I highly recommend this program to anyone with a passion for planning and the desire of pursuing a career in the world of Events.”
– Rebecca Trafford, Graduate, Event Manager, Chic & Swell Creative Meetings and Events and LouLou Lounge

smiling female graduate black and white“Within months of completing the program, I started my role as Program Officer with the National Judicial Institute, providing logistical and administrative support for educational seminars and conferences. While I never would have thought a position like this existed when applying to the Event Management program, I love every minute of my job! The program prepared me in ways that I wouldn’t have even expected for a role like this – I feel at home and am confident in the work I do, and that’s a great feeling.”
– Jessica Lalonde, Graduate, Program Officer, National Judicial Institute

 

Work-Integrated Learning

Students will complete 112 hours of field work experience which can be earned through a variety of in-person and virtual placement opportunities that we provide.

The highlight of the program is a real-world team-based fundraising event that provides you with an opportunity to make a difference in the community. Students join a team to plan and execute an in-person or virtual fundraising event, and experience that will provide you with the opportunity to utilize the skills and knowledge you learn in the academic classes.