Overview

The online event planning course at LaSalle College Vancouver leads to a fully online Diploma in Event Planning and Management. Students learn to plan, budget, and coordinate weddings, conventions, sports competitions, and festivals, building practical skills in event logistics, vendor management, and client communication for a career they can launch from anywhere.

About our Event Planning Course Online

Our online event planning course leads to a Diploma in Event Planning and Management at LaSalle College Vancouver, built for students launching an event planning career from anywhere. Students gain hands-on training through interactive online mentorship with industry experts, practice managing real event projects and budgets with professional tools, and connect with a global community of peers. On completion, each graduate earns a professional portfolio of event planning work and a solid grasp of industry best practices, supported by experienced faculty at every stage, part of our business school in Vancouver.

  • This program/course is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).  Click here for more information about PGWP and to see our eligible courses.

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Upcoming Sessions

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Sep 3, 2026

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Full-time - Evening

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Jan 7, 2027

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Full-time - Evening

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May 10, 2027

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Full-time - Evening

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Sep 2, 2027

English

Full-time - Evening

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Admissions Criteria

  • Domestic applicants generally require:

    • Proof of secondary school graduation or equivalent
    • Copy of government-issued photo ID
  • International applicants generally require:

    • Proof of secondary school graduation (with official English translations)
    • Copy of a valid Passport
    • Proof of English proficiency
  • See full list of admission requirements here.

List of Courses

SEMESTER 1

  • Introduction to Event Planning
  • Cultures, Etiquette and Protocols
  • Event Logistics
  • Introduction to Event Production Software

SEMESTER 2

  • Resource Planning
  • Client-Supplier Communications
  • Service Contracts and Proposals
  • Presenting Project Plans

SEMESTER 3

  • Observational Project
  • Event Marketing
  • Professional Portfolio
  • Project Management

SEMESTER 4

  • Website Development
  • Event Coordination
  • Post-Event Activities
  • Human Resources

* The College reserves the right to substitute some courses.

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