Overview
This Certificate in Sustainable Event Management will prepare you for a career in this fast paced industry. Based on curriculum jointly developed by industry and BCIT, you would learn about all areas of event production. The role of the event planner is to oversee and arrange every aspect of an event. The aim of the program is to develop professionals in the event management field that have the knowledge and skills to create and execute business meetings and events for organizations around the world. You will learn how to develop and deliver meetings and events using globally accredited sustainability standards.
Certificate in Sustainable Event Management graduates will be able to:
- Lead the shift toward ethical and sustainable event management within organizations using accepted international standards
- Perform administrative tasks in an event management team
- Develop the financial resources and manage the budget for business events
- Manage the human resource components of business events
- Design business events that support the marketing and strategic direction of an organization
- Manage an event on-site to satisfy the expectations of stakeholders
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to produce success events
Graduates will be prepared to enter the event management industry at an entry level position. The SEM program contains curriculum developed to prepare students to earn the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation, along with pathways for further education.
Sustainable event management jobs & careers
Graduates of the Sustainable Event Management program have the necessary skills and tactics to start an exciting event management career.
Possible positions:
- Event Coordinator
- Wedding Planner
- Events/Meeting Manager
- Experiential Marketing Coordinator
- Catering Events Coordinator
- Event Venue Sales Coordinator
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Entrance Requirements
About Part-time Studies
Take a single course, or work towards a credential — all at a pace that’s right for you.
Part-time courses are offered in a variety of scheduling formats, including at night or on weekends, flexible day time delivery, or you can opt for distance or online learning. If you meet the prerequisites and there’s space available, you can register for a course immediately. Courses are offered in each of three terms: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring/Summer (April).
To apply to a Part-time Studies program and earn your credential, you simply need to complete a Part-time Program Declaration Request. Applications are processed throughout the year.
Applicants to the BCIT School of Business are required to have completed two years of full-time study in high school or post-secondary program in English in an English speaking country. If you do not have English 12 and have not studied in an English-speaking country, you will need to demonstrate your skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. For information on English equivalencies, testing and upgrading options, visit:
Application processing
Ongoing throughout the year.International applicants
This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Complete the following steps before declaring your program:
- Create your BCIT ID. If you already have a BCIT ID, ensure that your personal profile is complete and current.
- Submit your completed International Flexible Application [PDF] along with proof of your current level of English to international_flex@bcit.ca.
- If you are in Canada, submit a photo or scan of your current status in Canada document to statusdoc@bcit.ca from your myBCIT email account.
BCIT International Student Centre will review your application and contact you with next steps.
Program declaration
Declaring your Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) program ensures that BCIT is aware of your intent to complete a program as it is currently outlined and provides you the opportunity to apply for transfer credit.
To submit your declaration:
- Answer all questions completely.
- If required, convert transcripts and documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
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Upon approval, a program plan letter will be sent to you confirming your program of study. Please allow approximately eight weeks for processing.
Scheduled Intakes
Ongoing Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) intakes: January, April, and September.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Some entry-level courses are eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). If you believe that you already possess the skills and knowledge that would otherwise be gained by completing a particular course, please contact the program assistant for application information.- Go back Overview
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Costs & Supplies
Bring your own device
Most courses and programs in the School of Business + Media are BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). Please ensure you bring a laptop to every class. Plug-in outlets will be provided at most stations in classrooms, but not in all classrooms, so please ensure you have at least 2 hours of battery life available at the beginning of each class. Check the following recommended computer requirements prior to the start of class. If a program or course does not require you to provide your own device, that information will be provided by your instructor or indicated in the course outline.
For online classes, it is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content.
Tuition fees
Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) tuition is charged on a course-by-course basis. Please see the Flexible Learning Tuition & Fees pages for more information:
Financial assistance
Financial assistance may be available for this program. For more information, please contact Student Financial Aid and Awards.
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Courses
Important updates to Part-time Studies
Please be advised that all courses coded ‘TOUR’ have been changed to the ‘MKTG’ coding. The content, course descriptions, and learning outcomes remain the same.
1) Need to waitlist for a School of Business + Media course? Find out more.
2) English Requirement: Find out more.
The courses in this program are designed by working marketing professionals to give you the most up-to-date skills in a flexible format to meet your schedule and career goals. Through the rigorous training, you’ll develop strong, diverse skills needed for success in marketing, including strategic online marketing, public relations, global marketing, and more. As well as the required 10 courses in the program, you’ll also have the opportunity to choose a number of electives that most closely support your future plans and interests.
This Part-time Studies program is offered on a course-by-course basis, allowing you the flexibility to complete courses in any order, provided that any required course prerequisites have been completed. Students register for each course individually and may undertake studies in any term (Winter, Spring/Summer or Fall). While you may choose the pace of your studies, all program requirements must be completed within seven years as per BCIT Policy 5103 – Student Evaluation [PDF].
Please note: part-time programs and courses are open enrolment and although we make every effort to accommodate demand, course registration cannot be guaranteed in every semester. High demand courses fill quickly and may result in students unable to register for a course that semester. Courses may also be cancelled due to low enrolment.
In-classroom delivery is available for most courses in the program. Some courses are also offered online.
The length of most online courses is 12 weeks. Online learning students should plan to spend an average of 7-10 hours per week on their studies for each course.
Program matrix
Check current availability of courses for this program.
Required Courses: | Credits | ||
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BLAW 3100 | Business Law | 4.0 | |
FMGT 1152 | Accounting for the Manager | 3.0 | |
FUND 1215 | Essentials of Fundraising | 3.0 | |
HRMG 3105 | Human Resource Management Fundamentals | 4.0 | |
MKTG 1012 | Sustainable Event Design | 3.0 | |
MKTG 1013 | CSR and Business Ethics | 3.0 | |
MKTG 1017 | Event Marketing | 3.0 | |
MKTG 1123 | Sustainable Event Management Operations | 3.0 | |
MKTG 1219 | Professional Sales Skills | 3.0 | |
MKTG 2024 | Food & Beverage Services for the Event Professional | 3.0 | |
MKTG 2026 | Event Design Concepts | 3.0 | |
MKTG 2029 | Event Technical Production | 3.0 | |
MKTG 2202 | Introduction to Marketing Communications | 4.0 | |
MKTG 4515 | Industry Practicum | 3.5 | |
and | |||
COMM 1103 | Introduction to Business and Technical Communication | 3.0 | |
or | |||
COMM 1106 | Introduction to Business and Technical Communication (With Language Development Component) | 3.0 | |
Total Credits: | 48.5 |
Check current availability of courses for this program.
Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
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Program Details
Program delivery
Blended: This program is delivered partly on campus and partly online.
Program location
Courses may be offered at the following locations:
Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
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Faculty, Advisors & Staff
Advisory committee
The Certificate program falls under the Marketing Management Program Advisory Committee. The current members include:
- Kevin Murray, Traction Complete (PAC Chair)
- Peter Barton, SAP
- Steve Buchan, Fusion CRM Product Development
- Todd Cullum, Leavitt Machinery
- Jeff Duncan, Meetingmax
- Greg Malpass, Traction on Demand
- Kevin Pearce, LandSea tour
- Jeremy Tiffen, Horizon Recruitment
- Sloan Vereecken, Fairmont Pacific Rim
- Morgan Westcott, BCIT Associate Dean
- Joe Freeburn, BCIT Program Head
- David Tikkanen, BCIT Program Head
- Bruce Anthony, BCIT Program Head
- Danielle Wilson, BCIT Program Head
- Daniel John, BCIT Program Head
- Tracey Renzullo, BCIT Program Head
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Contact Us
Candace Marrington
Program Assistant – Marketing Management
604-432-8723 | Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca
David Tikkanen
Program Head
604-412-7503 | David_Tikkanen@bcit.ca
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- Applying for transfer credit and advanced placement
- Job placement and graduate outcomes
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