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Tourism, Travel, and Event Management

Please note: This program is not currently accepting applications for the 2025/2026 year. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss other programs that may suit your abilities and interests.


Start Date: September


Location: Tourism & Culinary Centre


Length: 2 Years


Credential: Diploma, Tourism, Travel, and Event Management


Program Availability: Fall 2026 Term

Canadian Applicants: N/A

International Applicants with a Valid Holland »¢Ñ¨ÊÓÆµStudy Permit: N/A

Other International Applicants: N/A


Get your diploma in Tourism, Travel, and Events Management


Prepare for an exciting career in the Tourism, Travel, and Events Management industry with this two-year diploma program. Our program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the tourism industry and equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this exciting field.

You will have the opportunity to learn about travel trends, travel business strategies, event organization, and management. Our experienced instructors will guide you through real-life travel and event examples and share their expertise on the latest travel and event planning techniques. Once you develop a solid foundation in tourism operations, you'll choose between two fields of specialization - Tourism and Travel Coordinator or Events Coordinator.

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Choose your preferred career path


TOURISM AND TRAVEL COORDINATOR

Learn about travel agency operations and earn your tour guide certification by creating and conducting island-wide tours with your classmates. You will learn about world cultures, and develop familiarity with the design and advertising tools you'll use to connect with potential clients. 

EVENTS COORDINATOR

Every great event has a team of skilled leaders directing operations behind the scenes. In the Events Coordinator specialization, you'll learn how to plan, organize, promote, and evaluate events such as festivals, conventions, and trade shows. You'll gain insight into the industry by participating in events and you'll use the skills you learn in class to plan and execute an event of your own. 

Internship & Study Tour


As part of the program, you will complete a mandatory term of paid internship in a work environment related to your field of study. The placement is a minimum of 500 hours over the summer between your first and second year. The internship placement officer and program instructors work to ensure you are ready for this employment.

Educational Study Tour

In your second year, you will participate in a domestic educational study tour that is designed and planned by our 2nd-year students.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates in the Events Coordinator pathway will be able to: 

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of management, marketing, and relationship management principles in the tourism, travel & event industries.
  2. Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales strategies, and product knowledge to promote and sell tourism products, event services and customer experiences.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to understand the financial aspects related to tourism products or events including budgeting, cost estimation, financial, and resource allocation.
  4. Communicate with all stakeholders in written and verbal formats using current concepts/systems and technologies.
  5. Stay current with tourism, travel and event trends and issues and understand sustainable practices and their impact on the industry.
  6. Support the planning, organization, marketing, and execution of various types of events, from small-scale gatherings to large conferences.
  7. Apply skills to evaluate event success, collect feedback and identify improvements for future events.
  8. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships within the industry.
  9. Use leadership, teamwork, conflict, and relationship management skills and tools to contribute to a positive work environment.
  10. Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills to practical applications and to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze problems and develop solutions.


Upon successful completion of the program, graduates in the Tourism and Travel Coordinator pathway will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of management, marketing, and relationship management principles in the tourism, travel & event industries.
  2. Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales strategies, and product knowledge to promote and sell tourism products, event services and customer experiences.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to understand the financial aspects related to tourism products or events including budgeting, cost estimation, financial, and resource allocation.
  4. Communicate with all stakeholders in written and verbal formats using current concepts/systems and technologies.
  5. Stay current with tourism, travel and event trends and issues and understand sustainable practices and their impact on the industry.
  6. Demonstrate knowledge of popular travel destinations, including cultural, geographical, historical, and economic aspects.
  7. Demonstrate the ability to plan travel experiences with itineraries and including tour guiding information about destinations, attractions, and cultural significance.
  8. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships within the industry.
  9. Use leadership, teamwork, conflict, and relationship management skills and tools to contribute to a positive work environment.
  10. Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills to practical applications and to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze problems and develop solutions.

Study at our Tourism & Culinary Campus


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  • Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level

  • Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program.

NOTES:

2025/2026 Academic Year

Tuition, fees, and other costs are listed in Canadian dollars. Tuition fees for the second year of this program are specific to your chosen specialization. 

Fees are Course Based

1st Year Canadian International
- - -
2nd Year Canadian International
Travel Specialization Tuition $4,285 $ 10,285
Events Specialization Tuition  $4,385 $10,385
Fees $4,078* $4,828*
Other Costs $514 $514
Travel Specialization Total $8,877 $ 15,627
Events SpecializationTotal $8,977 $ 15,727

*Includes study tour fees.

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Canadian Cost Breakdown

Tuition & Fees 2nd Year - Travel 2nd Year - Events
Tuition $4,285 $4,385
Lab Fee $2,000 $2000
First Aid/WHMIS - -
Study Tour $1,250 $1,250
Student Association $178 $178
Health Insurance Fee $470 $470
Fitness Centre Fee $80 $80
Graduation Fee $100 $100
     Total payable to Holland College $8,363 $8463
     
1st installment due first day of first semester (fall semester fees) $6,771 $4,723
2nd installment due first day of second semester (winter and spring semester fees) $1,593 $3,690
     
Other Costs
Please note: the cost of books, materials, and supplies are included here for your information only, this amount is not payable to the college. Do not include this amount in your tuition payment.
2nd Year - Travel 2nd Year - Events
Books $350 $350
On-Site Parking $164 $164
     Total $514 $514
     
Grand Total $8,877 $8,977

 

International Cost Breakdown

Tuition and Other Fees 2nd Year - Travel 2nd Year - Events
Tuition* $10,285 $10,385
Lab Fee $2,000 $2,000
First Aid/WHMIS - -
Study Tour $1,250 $1,250
Student Association $178 $1728
Health Insurance Fee $1,220 $1,220
Fitness Centre Fee $80 $ 80
Graduation Fee $100 $100
     Total payable to Holland College $15,113 $15,213
     
1st installment due first day of first semester (fall semester fees) $13,521 $11,523
2nd installment due first day of second semester (winter and spring semester fees) $1,593 $3,690
     
     
Other Costs
Please note: the cost of books, materials, and supplies are included here for your information only, this amount is not payable to the college. Do not include this amount in your tuition payment.
2nd Year - Travel 2nd Year - Events
Books $350 $350
On-Site Parking (payable to Holland College) $164 $164
     Total $514 $514
     
Grand Total $15,627 $15,727

*Includes International Student Fee

   
  • Airlines
  • Travel agencies
  • Hotels and resorts
  • Tour companies
  • Tourism information bureaus
  • Heritage and historical interpretation centres
  • Travel call centres

Graduates of the Event Coordinator specialization find employment with:

  • Corporations
  • Associations
  • Hotels and resorts
  • Hospitals
  • Banks
  • Entertainment and film production
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Marketing & Events Organizations

There is currently no course information available for this program.

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Great instructors, very engaging and supportive to one's progress and success.

Graduating Student Survey Respondent, Class of 2024

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