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NOC 12103 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Conference and event planners. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.
Classification
Business, finance & administration
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Definition
Conference and event planners plan, organize and coordinate conferences, conventions, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, trade shows, festivals and other events. They are employed by tourism associations, trade and professional associations, convention and conference centres, governments and by conference and event planning companies, or they may be self-employed.
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Overview
Under the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, conference and event planners are classified under NOC code 12103. This occupation falls under TEER 2, which means it is eligible for major Canadian economic immigration streams, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class managed under the Express Entry system. Professionals in this category are responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating conferences, conventions, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, trade shows, festivals, and other events for businesses, associations, and government organizations.
To qualify under NOC code 12103, individuals must perform a range of duties, such as meeting with sponsors and organizing committees to define event goals, managing event budgets, negotiating contracts for services, and coordinating logistics such as accommodation, transportation, catering, and audio-visual displays. Typically, employment requirements include a university degree or college diploma in business administration, tourism, hospitality management, or a related discipline, combined with several years of experience in administrative, public relations, or tourism and hospitality roles.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Conference and event planners is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.
Conference and event planners is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.