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A Co-op educational program, short for cooperative education program, is a structured method of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. It is designed to integrate academic learning with real-world work experiences, allowing students to gain practical skills and knowledge in a professional setting.
In a Co-op program, students alternate between periods of academic study and periods of employment in positions related to their field of study. The goal is to provide students with hands-on, practical experience in their chosen field, helping them apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations and enhancing their overall education.
Participating in a Co-op program can give students a competitive advantage in the job market by providing them with a strong combination of theoretical knowledge and practical, workplace skills.
A Co-op or vocational program will allow you to study and work. You can choose from programs of 48 weeks (24 weeks study, 24 weeks work) up to 112 weeks (56 weeks study, 56 weeks work). We have different streams: marketing, communication, tourism, international business management, and leadership in our Co-op programs.
Our Career Co-op Programs will get you working in Canada. Choose subjects related to your interests, and gain valuable skills that you can apply in your career.
During your study term, you will complete the required diploma programs for your selected career co-op. In addition, you will take elective courses to improve your English communication skills and competencies.
During your work term, you will find work related to your Diploma program(s), with free job-finding assistance from LCC’s Co-op Coordinator. You can work up to the same number of hours that you studied, but not more.
In the Post-Work Tutorial, you will review the strengths and weaknesses you noticed as an employee and formulate your future career plans.
Before registering for a co-op program, you need to show proof of English Proficiency. This can be done by providing a valid IELTS, TOEFL, CLBPT or CELPIP score, or by taking LCC’s free online English assessment.
You need a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 OR successful completion of the Business Diploma Program (BDP).
Before starting the co-op work term, all students are required to:
In addition, international students are required to:
24 weeks study +
24 weeks work
Choose from:
Global Tourism (GTD) with Co-op
Leadership Preparation (LPD) with Co-op
International Business Management Skills (IBMS) with Co-op
Professional Communication and Marketing (PCM) with Co-op
Digital Marketing and Office Administration (DMOA) with Co-op
48 weeks study +
48 weeks work
Choose from:
Marketing and Management (PCM + IBMS) with Co-op
Management and Leadership (IBMS + LPD) with Co-op
Management and Tourism (IBMS + GTD) with Co-op
Marketing and Tourism (PCM + GTD) with Co-op
Business Operations and Digital Marketing (LPD + DMOA) with Co-op
The Professional Communication and Marketing (PCM) Diploma introduces students to practical skills of workplace communication using the communicative approach. Areas of focus will include product and customer research, writing promotional materials, building relationships with customers, using social media at work, and managing relationships with bosses, coworkers and employees. Students are required to do independent activities, graded assignments and/or exams for each course; each student will work on individual as well as group projects.
Read MoreThe International Business Management Skills (IBMS) Diploma program is designed to introduce concepts and develop skills needed to manage a business in an international context. IBMS introduces students to practical skills of international workplace management using a communicative approach. Areas of focus will include the cultural context of global management, creating global teams and networks, cross-cultural negotiation and decision-making, international management ethics, risk assessment and management, trade finance, payment methods, and formulating global strategies.
Read MoreThe Global Tourism Diploma (GTD) program is designed to introduce concepts and develop skills needed to be a competent member of an international travel planning team. This program provides a background on tourism service suppliers and their social, cultural and political impact, as well as practical introductions to event planning, tour guiding, tourism promotion and customer service. Case studies and common travel problems will be examined.
Read MoreThe Leadership Preparation Diploma (LPD) Program with co-op is designed to introduce concepts and develop skills needed to be a future leader. LPD enables students to develop strong decision-making and organizational skills, to clarify goals and to lead a team. Students are required to do independent activities and graded assignments.
Read MoreThe Digital Marketing and Office Administration Diploma (DMOA) Program with Co-op is designed to help participants develop practical and organizational skills to handle administrative tasks in general office settings with a focus on online marketing and junior bookkeeping skills. DMOA enables students to learn the fundamentals of online marketing and gain hands-on experience by applying the latest digital marketing skills. Students are required to do independent activities, graded assignments and/or exams for each course; each student will work on individual as well as group projects.
Read MoreReview the admission policy and our other policies. If needed, take our free online English assessment.
Choose your preferred start dates. If the course is full, you may need to switch dates.
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