Overview

Throughout the Events and Conventions Management Diploma Graduate Diploma from Thompson Rivers University you’ll study the concept of event design, the strategic event planning process, and technical logistics—gaining the management skills needed to successfully execute any special event, anywhere.

Event management is one of the fastest growing and dynamic segments of the Canadian tourism industry. Our graduates work in a diverse range of roles including with Shambhala Music Festival, Live Nation Concerts, the Vancouver Convention Centre and Sun Peaks Resort.

The Events and Conventions Management programme from Thompson Rivers University is aligned with local, regional, national and international event management organizations and opportunities. Discover a wide range of pathways to success in the event management industry:

Festival and event production
Wedding and special event planning
Conference management
Starting your own event planning company
Corporate incentive travel planning
Fundraising, sponsorship and marketing for special events

Volunteer management

Career opportunities:

Employment opportunities exist within corporations, associations, hotels and resorts, convention centres, municipal convention and visitors' bureaus, and destination management companies.

As well, there are opportunities for graduates with entrepreneurial spirit to start their own business.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business, Professional and Academic Composition

The World of Events

Finite Math with Applications

Organizational Leadership in Tourism

Financial Accounting

Catering and Service Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kamloops, Canada

Disciplines

Event Management View 13 other Bachelors in Event Management in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status
English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)
Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-calculus 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 12 with a minimum C (or equivalent)
Note: Students with Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum C+ will be exempt from MATH 1100 and must make up the credits with an elective of their choice.

Computer Skills

If students entering the programme have little or no experience using computers, they are advised to take an introductory computer course that familiarizes them with Microsoft application software.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25470 CAD / year

≈ 25470 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4830 CAD / year

≈ 4830 CAD / year

Additional Details

Fees for four courses per semester.

Living costs

Kamloops

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Kamloops

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