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postgraduate

Degree

Graduate Certificate - Public Relations – Event Management

postgraduate

Degree

Graduate Certificate - Public Relations – Event Management

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Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $15,000 CAD

  • Application fee

    $110 CAD

  • Duration

    1 year

  • PGWP

    1 year

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-February-2023 2023-02-01

Overview

Graduate Certificate - Public Relations – Event Management

Public relations and event management professionals are increasingly in demand as employers recognize the value of effective communication. 

A career in PR and event management is never dull! 

From one day to the next, you could be pitching a story, staging a news conference, organizing an event or managing crisis communications.

Students enjoy a combination of project-based learning and hands-on experience that goes beyond the classroom. 

In this intensive, eight-month program, you will:

  • Learn from guest speakers in the industry.
  • Develop a solid portfolio of relevant workplace skills.
  • Participate in a speed-mentoring event and micro-networking session.
  • Meet with industry professionals and PR agencies in Toronto.
  • Stage a mock disaster during Crisis Communications Week.
  • Plan and special host events such as concerts and wine tastings in neighbouring Prince Edward County.
  • Write clear, targeted communications materials that deliver your message persuasively.
  • Build relationships with media and stakeholders, plan special events, the market for corporate and non-profit, deliver compelling presentations, prepare for media interviews and handle crises.
  • Use new media, social media and graphics creation to promote your message.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$18,400

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $5,844
Accommodation 1 bed room $3,400
Tuition 1 person $15,000

Hourly wage

Min wage

17.20 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

84
21
listening
21
writing
21
speaking
21
reading

PTE

60
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listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Cambridge

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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Academic background and requirement

  • A diploma or degree from a recognized college or university.
  • Applicants with significant related work experience will be considered for entry based on a review of their demonstrated competencies and academic credentials.
  • Computer literacy as it relates to online communication.

Note: Applicants with work experiences or other types of non-credentialed learning may be eligible for credits at Loyalist. Graded credits (as opposed to exemptions) are granted.

Career opportunities

  • PR Specialist
  • Event Manager
  • Fundraiser
  • Media Relations Specialist
  • Public Affairs Expert
  • Publicist
  • Campaign Manager

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