Business (Co-op)
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Program Overview
This business co-operative education program will provide you with the opportunity to explore accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, operations and supply chain management, small business and project management. You’ll study and collaborate with future colleagues, networking with experienced professors. Your concepts of leadership, whether with a small business, in entry-level management, in the not-for-profit sector, or within corporations, will be nurtured and challenged. You’ll also gain valuable work experience during a paid co-op work term and develop real business skills.
Program Details
Program Code
BUS2
Credential:
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
60 weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2025 January
London
Open
2025 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Open
2026 January
Woodstock
Open
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2024 September
London
Closed
2024 September
Simcoe
Closed
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2025 January
London
Open
2025 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Open
2026 January
Woodstock
Open
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2024 September
London
Closed
2024 September
Simcoe
Closed
Your Learning Experience
If you have an interest in all aspects of business, this co-op program is for you. You’ll explore ethical and sustainable business practices as well as individual areas of business that are of greater interest to you. You’ll be exposed to business that meets the needs of a career in management, whether in a large organization or a family business.
This business co-op program will also provide you with the opportunity to earn education credits toward the Certified in Management (CIM) designation from the Canadian Institute of Management.
Graduates who meet admission requirements are also eligible for transfer to the Business Administration - Leadership and Management Advanced Diploma or the Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management) Degree.
A fully online version of the business program, full-time or part-time, is also available.
Laptop requirements
Please note, a laptop is recommended for this program. It is recommended that students use a PC laptop vs. a Mac laptop, as Windows is required to be able to load program-specific software. For more information on preferred requirements, visit the Laptop Requirements page on the Fanshawe CONNECTED website.
Co-op Opportunities & Career Information
Co-op Opportunities
The Business Co-op program offers an educational component that provides students with the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand experience in their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Business Co-Op students before even graduating!
Finance Operations Analyst - gather and format data into reports, execute routine service requests and queries, problem-solve issues, identify and analyze data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
Entrepreneurial Co-Op - explore your entrepreneurial vision in a safe space by collaborating with other like-minded students and accessing resources from various programs across the College.
Video Game Business Development Associate - take your career to the next level by generating business leads, developing clientele relationships and representing an innovative video game company across industry conferences around the world.
For more information regarding co-op, please check out our co-op site or contact the Co-op Office at coop@fanshawec.ca to connect with a consultant
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Business program enter the workforce on a management career path in large and small businesses across industries, as well as the not-for-profit sector and government. Graduates are also suited for a variety of entry-level positions, including management trainee, store supervisor, office supervisor, operations supervisor and production supervisor. Graduates may also choose to launch and manage their own small businesses.
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduate employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Business program:
Administrative Assistant
Work with business units, write and edit communications and documentation, assist client meetings, print and handle orders and documents for employees and clients.
E-Commerce Coordinator
Support a fast-paced start-up business working in the fashion, art, lifestyle and technology sectors by connecting customers to brands and building brand affinity.
Private Wealth Finance
Deliver private investment counselling and banking services to high net worth clients.
Program Progression
Option A
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Co-op |
| Level 3 | Level 4 | Co-op |
Option B
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Co-op |
| Co-op | Level 3 | Level 4 |
Option C
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Co-op |
| Level 3 | Co-op | Level 4 |
Option D
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
| Co-op | Co-op | Level 4 |
Option E
| Fall | Winter | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
| Co-op | Level 4 | Co-op |
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This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning Canada. This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for co-operative education programs in Canada, and recognizes Fanshawe's commitment to excellence.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Identify and discuss the impact of global issues on an organization’s business opportunities by using an environmental scan*.
- Apply principles of corporate sustainability*, corporate social responsibility and ethics to support an organization’s business initiatives.
- Use current concepts/systems and technologies to support an organization's business initiatives.
- A basic research skills to support business decision making.
- Support the planning, implementation and monitoring of projects.
- Perform work in compliance with relevant statutes, regulations and business practices.
- Explain the role of the human resource function and its impact on an organization.
- Use accounting and financial principles to support the operations of an organization.
- Describe and apply marketing and sales concepts used to support the operations of an organization.
- Outline principles of supply chain* management and operations management.
- Outline and assess the components of a business plan.
- Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance in the business field.
Related Programs
Academic School
Program Coordinators:
London Campus:
Lynette Carmichael, BA, MEd
Simcoe/Norfolk Regional Campus:
Christopher Skinkle
Academic Advisor:
London Campus:
Sarah Davies
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent,
or a mature
applicant with the following courses
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 Math (C, U or M - minimum of 60%), or Grade 12 Math
(C or U)
Students who do not meet the admission requirements are
recommended for academic
upgrading. A conditional offer may be possible with proof of
enrolment. Alternatively, applicants missing the required courses
may want to consider our one-year Business
Fundamentals preparatory program. Upon graduation, students can
enter level 2 of any business diploma program in the Lawrence
Kinlin School of Business.
Note:
Graduates of Business may choose to transfer into
Fanshawe's Business
Administration - Leadership and Management Advanced
Diploma or the Honours
Bachelor of Commerce (Management) Degree program after
completing the bridging
requirements.
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 79 |
| IELTS Academic | Overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands |
| CAEL | Overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands. score of 80 in listening |
| PTE Academic | 53 |
| Cambridge English | Overall score of 169 with no language skill less than 162 |
| ESL4/GAP5 | Minimum grade of 80% in Level 8, 75% in Level 9, or 70% in Level 10 |
| Duolingo | Overall score of 105, with no score lower than 95 |
Recommended Academic Preparation
Recommended Academic Preparation
- Any Grade 11 or Grade 12 Business Studies (C), (M), or (O)
- Grade 12 Business and Technological Communication (O)
- Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE): Business Mathematics course and Computer Skills course
- Applicants who do not meet the stated admission requirements for the Business program should apply to the one-year Business Fundamentals Ontario College Certificate program, Program Code BFS2. The Business Fundamentals program is recommended for students who require or desire academic upgrading, particularly in Mathematics and English, before pursuing a business diploma program. Students who successfully complete the Business Fundamentals program may be eligible for admission to Level 2 of any two-year business diploma program at Fanshawe College.
Recommended Personal Preparation
Recommended Personal Preparation
- Secondary school courses related to Business.
Advanced Standing
Advanced Standing
- Applicants may apply for advanced standing on the basis of previous academic achievement at another institution and/or prior learning assessment and recognition. Advanced standing qualifies the applicant for direct entry to a second or higher level of the program.
Applicant Selection Criteria
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will be:- Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
- Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
- Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Post-Admission Requirements
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ACCT-1100 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the student to the Principles of Accounting, and includes an exploration of the underlying concepts that guide the preparation of accounts for individuals and organizations. It is designed to teach the student, regardless of program destination, an essential life skill - an understanding of Net Worth, and its importance to business success and the financial well being of the individual. | ||||
| MATH-1052 | Business Math | 3 | ||
| This course provides a review of basic arithmetic and algebra as well as providing students with mathematical tools and concepts needed for other college courses and in future employment. This course is to prepare students for later courses in Marketing, Business, Financial Planning, Accounting, Purchasing and Insurance. | ||||
| BUSI-1060 | Strategies for Success | 1 | ||
| This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, time management, academic integrity, emotional self-awareness and social skills development. Additionally, emphasis is placed on career readiness and preparation. | ||||
| WRIT-1032 | Reason & Writing Business 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce business students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| MKTG-1012 | Principles of Marketing 1 | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to provide an overview of the decisions that face Marketers in today's fast-paced and competitive business environment. Students will learn that marketing is not only advertising but a broad set of activities designed to satisfy consumer needs and wants. Students examine the information Marketers require for effective decision-making and learn the basic elements of the marketing planning process. | ||||
| BUSI-1005 | Introduction to Business Processes | 3 | ||
| This course explores the various functional areas of business in Canada and demonstrates the interrelationship among these areas. Students are introduced to many concepts, including major business trends, the role of government in business, marketing, operations, employee-management issues, financial resources management, business ethics and social responsibility. | ||||
| COOP-1020 | Co-operative Education Employment Prep | 1 | ||
| This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-operative Education consultants and students' roles and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative Education Policy. It will provide students with employment preparatory skills specifically related to co-operative education work assignments and will prepare students for their work term. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
Simcoe
Woodstock
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.