Diploma in Business

Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology

Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

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Diploma in Business is a diploma in Business Administration programme taught at Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology in Sarnia, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition is CAD 4,250 per year for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Business Administration
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
Local tuition: CAD 4,250 / year

Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

In today’s fast-paced business world, versatility and practical knowledge are essential. Lambton College’s Two-Year Business Ontario College Diploma provides a comprehensive education that blends foundational business principles with hands-on, industry-relevant experience. Whether you're looking to launch your career, pursue entrepreneurial ventures, or continue into specialized business studies, this program sets you up for long-term success.Through this program, students gain expertise in business fundamentals such as marketing, accounting, and human resources management; strategic business management, including organizational behavior, business law, and operations management; entrepreneurship, focusing on developing the mindset to start or manage a business; and digital business trends like digital media marketing, business intelligence, and emerging technologies.This two-year Business program spans four semesters, offering students a mix of core business courses in the first year, followed by advanced topics in the second year. The curriculum is designed to provide flexibility, whether you want to enter the workforce after graduation or transfer to a specialized program.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D.) or equivalent with Grade 12 English at the College (C) or University (U) level, as the programme's own requirements page states. It sets no separate international English-proficiency scale and defers to Lambton College's institution-wide requirement: equivalent completion of Ontario secondary school plus IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78, PTE Academic 60, CAEL 60, or CELPIP 7. Domestic applicants without the required English course may instead complete a Mature Student Assessment in English, or pursue Academic Upgrading or a Pre-Program at the college to meet the prerequisite. No portfolio, interview, or other condition is stated.

Application Details

Start Date: September
Application Deadline: Domestic applicants apply through ontariocolleges.ca: for programmes starting September 2027 the application opens 26 September 2026 and 1 February 2027 is both the general equal-consideration date and the deadline Lambton states for its own competitive programs; later applications are assessed first-come, first-served while seats remain, and Lambton names no specific competitive programmes on its admissions page. International applicants apply directly to Lambton or through an authorised agent, with applications processed within two to five business days; the college publishes no fixed international closing date, and offers carry their own acceptance and payment deadlines. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.

About Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology

Type: College
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1967
Students: 10,000
Programs: 62
Location: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Business award?

Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology awards a Diploma in the field of Business Administration on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Business take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Business cost?

Tuition is CAD 4,250 per year for local students.

Can Diploma in Business be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology.

What language is Diploma in Business taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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