Applied and Technical Studies

Hospitality and Event Management Post-baccalaureate certificate

Note: This program is unavailable until further notice.

This 30-credit certificate program is designed specifically for students who already have an undergraduate degree and are looking to gain a leadership role in the hospitality and event management industry. Students will develop knowledge and skills relating to the national tourism industry, and the events market. The theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills will help to prepare students for an opportunities-based industry that relies heavily on a diverse work force. Integrated into the program are lectures and interactive experiences delivered by industry leaders from all five sectors of the industry, along with a three-month internship program and may include two overnight field trips. Field trips are designed to have students experience the diversity of tourism and hospitality options throughout the province of British Columbia. Classroom activities are supplemented by guest lectures and volunteer work. The certificate will also prepare students to be entrepreneurial, thoughtful and engaged citizens of an increasingly demanding industry.

Entrance requirements

Students must have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized institution. Students in their final year of an undergraduate degree completing a senior thesis requirement will be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must meet the Degree/diploma level English language proficiency requirement. For details on how this requirement may be met, see the English language proficiency requirement section of the calendar.

When to apply

Applications are accepted for entrance to the Fall semester only. For application deadlines, see Specific intake application process.

How to apply

1. Apply online at ufv.ca/admissions/apply.

   Additional documents required for a complete application:

   • Official transcripts (or interim transcripts) from all post-secondary institutions attended showing grade/course achievement as per entrance requirements. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly to UFV from the originating institution; see the Transfer Credit section for details.
2. Applicants will be advised of an admission decision and, if accepted, will be provided with registration information. A deposit is required prior to registration (see the Fees and Other Costs section) and will be applied toward tuition fees.

Basis for admission decision

Applicants who meet the entrance requirements will be admitted in order of their application date. This date is set when an application, all required documentation, and the application fee have been submitted.

Fees and additional costs

See the Fees and Other Costs section. Hospitality and Event Planning Post-baccalaureate certificate students should budget approximately $1,200 for required textbooks. In addition, students should budget approximately $1,100 for the Fall field trip and $850 for the Spring field trip. Students need access to a vehicle to attend day field trips and internship sites.

Note: A deposit (currently $200) must be paid at the time of registration, which typically takes place one or two months before the start of each semester.

Location

Building V — Canada Education Park
45190 Caen Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C.,
V2R 0N3

Internship and field trip experiences occur at a variety of locations throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Program outline

The program consists of 30 credits completed over three semesters.

Program continuance

The hospitality event management courses for each semester are prerequisites for the coursework in the next semester. Due to the integrated nature of event management, progression from one semester to the next requires concurrent completion of all hospitality event management courses. All students must receive a passing grade of 70% (GPA of 3.00) or better in each of the hospitality event management courses in order to proceed with the program.

Course repetition

Courses in the Hospitality and Event Management program in each semester are closely related to each other and are considered co-requisites. Failure of one course may require withdrawal from the program until the next course offering in order to continue through completion of the program.

Readmission

Students requesting readmission to the Post-baccalaureate certificate in Hospitality Event Management must document their request in writing to the department head. The letter of request must include a description of the circumstances related to their withdrawal of the program, an explanation of previous areas of difficulty, and plans for the promotion of their future success. Requests for readmission must be received at the Trades and Technology Centre four months prior to the semester for which they are reapplying.

The student selection committee will review all readmission requests and based on faculty recommendations (from the last semester in which the student was enrolled) will decide upon the appropriate placement in the program. Factors influencing the final decision for readmission include availability of seats, length of absence from the program, previous academic achievements, and potential for success. An interview with the department head is required of all students requesting readmission. All applicants for readmission will be informed in writing regarding the decision and conditions for re-entry into the program. The department head may stipulate conditions attached to readmission. Readmission into the program may necessitate the successful completion of hospitality event management courses previously passed if in the judgment of faculty, the length of absence from the program and/or the reasons for withdrawal would render the applicant inadequately prepared for the subsequent semester.

Residency

Students must complete at least 15 of the credits required at UFV. The internship course must be completed at UFV. PLAR may be considered on a case-by-case basis, but courses transferred from elsewhere or waived through PLAR do not count toward the residency requirement.

Graduation requirements

Students must apply for graduation by completing the Graduation Request form available at ufv.ca/registrar/forms. This should be done at the beginning of the final semester.

Maximum length of time to complete program

Students must complete the program requirements within three years.

Course listings

For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section.