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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Explore Our Conference and Event Planner Program

The Conference and Event Planner diplomas 50-week courses AOLCC Mississauga west help you to understand how to plan, coordinate, advertise, and put together an event. Students will also learn different ways to communicate with both the client and vendor teams, scheduling and logistics management, helping with marketing the event, plus managing to stay on track with the projects until it reaches completion.

Program Highlights

  • Learn event planning, conference management, coordination, and project management fundamentals
  • Develop skills in event logistics, scheduling, vendor coordination, and on-site execution
  • Learn event marketing, marketing and sales, and promotional support
  • Develop practical skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other office applications
  • Gain knowledge of customer service, business correspondence, management fundamentals, and human resources
  • Prepare to coordinate events ranging from corporate meetings and conferences to trade shows and special events
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IS THIS YOU?

Think You Have What It Takes to Bring Events Together?

3 common concerns. 3 simple answers.

No event planning experience?

You don't have to already know how to organize an event to start the program. Gradually, you get better in different aspects of running an event, from business and communications basics all the way up to the practicalities of event organization, marketing, logistics, etc., and the different skills project management entails.

Worried about handling multiple details?

Event planning requires more than creativity. You'll learn practical approaches to scheduling, organization, client communication, vendor coordination, decision-making, and managing event requirements.

Want skills that go beyond event planning?

With your training, you will also learn business communication, customer service, marketing, sales, human resources, Microsoft Office, and project management. These skills are all transferable and will come into play in various professional areas that you might work in.

BUILT FOR REAL EMPLOYMENT

Why AOLCC Mississauga West's Conference and Event Planner Program Helps You Get Job-Ready

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Complete Event Planning Training

Learn the planning, coordination, marketing, administration, and execution skills needed to manage professional events.

Practical Business & Technology Skills

Build proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, basic database applications, bookkeeping, business correspondence, and other workplace tools.

50-Week Diploma Program

Follow a focused curriculum that combines event-specific knowledge with business and professional skills employers value.

Prepare for Diverse Event Careers

Build the skills to pursue opportunities in conferences, conventions, trade shows, corporate events, special events, hospitality, marketing, and other professional settings.

FUNDING & PAYMENT

Tuition, Payment Plans &
Funding Guidance

We offer flexible payment options to help make your education more manageable. Depending on your individual circumstances and program eligibility, financial assistance may also be available through options such as OSAP, Better Jobs Ontario, WSIB support, and Windmill Microlending.

Note:Eligibility and approval are determined by the applicable funding provider and are not guaranteed. Some forms of assistance may need to be repaid.

  • Flexible monthly payment plans available
  • Guidance on available funding options
  • Support understanding your eligibility and next steps
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MORE REASONS TO GET STARTED

Two More Reasons to Start Your Training

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Free Laptop Included

Students who enroll and begin their program receive a laptop to support their studies and learning experience.

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Flexible Learning & Support

AOLCC's learning model is designed to provide flexibility while giving you access to Learning Coaches, instructors, and support throughout your training. Full-time and part-time scheduling options may be available depending on your plan.

CAREER PREPARATION

Build Skills for Real Event Planning Environments

For events to be successful it takes the professionals who coordinate people, schedules, money, vendors, and logistics all at once and keep everyone on the same track. This is also the reason this program highlights the practical skills that students will need after just having an idea of how one particular event should be arranged.

You'll develop knowledge in conference and event management, project management, event marketing, customer service, business communication, scheduling, client coordination, and office technology.

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  • Plan and coordinate event timelines and logistics
  • Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and event teams
  • Support event marketing and promotional activities
  • Use business and office software for planning and administration
  • Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills in fast-moving situations
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Expected Salary for Conference and Event PlannerCAD $57,585
Data source: Job Bank Canada.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Career Paths After Graduation

Conference and event planning skills can open doors to a variety of roles involving event coordination, client service, logistics, marketing, and project support.

Graduates may pursue roles such as:

  • Conference and Meeting Planner
  • Conference Planner
  • Conference Services Officer
  • Convention Coordinator
  • Event Planner
  • Special Events Organizer
  • Trade Show Planner
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STUDENT SUCCESS

Real Students. Real Career Transformations

“The program gave me a much better understanding of how events are planned from start to finish. Learning about scheduling, logistics, and client communication helped me feel much more confident about starting a career in event planning.”

Emily R.

“I really enjoyed the practical side of the program. Working through event planning projects helped me understand how to coordinate vendors, manage timelines, and stay organized when working on multiple tasks.”

Michael T.

“The program helped me turn my interest in events into practical career skills. I learned how to communicate with clients, organize event details, and handle the challenges that come with planning successful events”

Sophia L.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Start Your New Career in 4 Simple Steps

Our admissions team will guide you through the process from program selection to enrollment.

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Speak with an
Admission Advisor

Get guidance based on your career goals.
learn more about the Conference and Event Planner program.

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Find Your Program &
Check Funding Eligibility

Review the program requirements
explore the funding and payment options you may qualify for.

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Get Your Funding Approved

Complete the required steps with guidance from our admissions team
prepare for enrollment.

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Start Your Training
with Confidence

Begin your 40-week program and build the healthcare administration skills
you need for your next career step.

FAQs

Everything You Need to Know

How long does the Conference and Event Planner program take?

The program takes 50 weeks to complete and combines event planning with practical business, marketing, and coordination skills.

What will I learn in the program?

You’ll learn how to plan events, manage logistics, work with vendors and clients, promote events, and handle projects, along with useful business and Microsoft Office skills.

Do I need event planning experience to enroll?

Not at all. The program starts with the basics and gradually helps you build the skills and confidence needed to plan and coordinate events.

What can I do after completing the program?

You could pursue roles such as Event Planner, Conference Planner, Convention Coordinator, Special Events Organizer, or Trade Show Planner.

Where can I work after graduation?

You may find opportunities with event companies, hotels, corporate organizations, marketing agencies, government departments, trade associations, and non-profit organizations.

Are payment plans or financial assistance available?

Yes. Flexible payment plans are available, and eligible students may also explore options such as OSAP, Better Jobs Ontario, WSIB support, or Windmill Microlending.

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