International Business Administration Diploma

Prepare for Business and Administrative Roles Across Multiple Industries

The skills developed in this program can support career opportunities in private businesses, healthcare offices, hospitality organizations, service companies, non-profits, corporate environments, international trade organizations, and other professional workplaces.

Graduates may pursue entry-level and support roles in business administration, customer service, office operations, project coordination, marketing support, international trade support, logistics coordination, and business support.

Possible Career Paths

Where This Diploma Could Take You

Business administration skills apply to roles across many industries, giving students flexibility when starting their job search.

This diploma may support pathways such as

• Business Administrator
• Administrative Assistant
• Office Coordinator
• Customer Service Representative
• International Trade Coordinator
• Marketing Coordinator
• Project Coordinator
• Operations Coordinator
• Import/Export Coordinator
• Business Development Associate
• Customer Relations Representative
• Logistics Coordinator
• Administrative Manager
• Business Support Coordinator
• Office Operations Assistant

As a graduate of the International Business Administration Diploma, you will be prepared to take on a range of support and coordination roles within business and international workplace environments.

These responsibilities may include

• Supporting daily business operations and administrative processes.
• Assisting with office coordination, documentation, scheduling, and communication.
• Providing professional customer service and client support.
• Supporting international trade activities and global business communication.
• Conducting basic market research to identify business opportunities and challenges.
• Assisting with marketing, sales, and business development activities.
• Supporting project coordination and team communication.
• Helping manage documents, reports, records, and business correspondence.
• Supporting logistics, import/export coordination, and supply chain-related tasks.
• Communicating with diverse teams, clients, vendors, and business partners.
• Helping analyze business information, financial data, and operational reports.
• Following workplace policies, professional standards, and business procedures.

To succeed in the international business environment, students will need a strong combination of business knowledge, communication skills, and professional workplace habits.

These may include

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Organizational and time-management abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced work environments.
• Business awareness, including basic finance, marketing, and operations knowledge.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity in global business settings.
• Teamwork and workplace collaboration.
• Attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
• Confidence using digital business tools and office systems.
• Leadership potential and professional responsibility.

Students will develop practical knowledge and workplace-ready skills in areas such as:

• Business Operations and Management
• International Trade and Global Markets
• Marketing and Sales Strategies
• Finance and Accounting Principles
• Project Management
• Human Resource Management
• Business Communication
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Office Administration
• Customer Service and Workplace Coordination
• Business Documentation
• Administrative Procedures
• Digital Business Skills
• Professional Workplace Communication
• Organizational Growth and Business Support

Learn in the Classroom. Apply It in the Workplace.

A 320-hour internship gives students real workplace exposure before graduation. This helps bridge the gap between education and employment by allowing students to apply classroom learning in a professional business environment.

Through internship experience, students can build confidence, improve workplace readiness, develop professional habits, and gain practical exposure to daily business operations.

Benefits of the Internship

• Real workplace experience
• Professional networking opportunities
• Exposure to daily business operations
• Improved résumé and job readiness
• Increased confidence before entering the workforce
• Practical application of classroom learning
• Opportunity to develop workplace communication skills
• Experience working in a professional business environment

Built Around Real Workplace Expectations

This program focuses on practical skills that employers value in everyday business environments. Students develop transferable competencies that can be used across multiple industries, including business, healthcare offices, hospitality, customer service, international trade, administrative support, and corporate operations.

What Employers Value

• Professional Communication
• Customer Service Excellence
• Administrative Efficiency
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Workplace Collaboration
• Digital Business Skills
• Business Documentation
• Time Management
• Project Coordination
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Professional Conduct

Funding May Be Available for Eligible Students

Investing in your future may be more accessible than you think. Eligible students may qualify for funding support through government programs, workforce development initiatives, employer-sponsored training, or other financial assistance options.

Funding Pathways to Explore

• Better Jobs Ontario
• Employment Ontario Referrals
• WSIB Retraining Support
• Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Programs
• Employer-Sponsored Training
• Other eligible funding support programs

Is This Program Right for You?

Built for Adult Learners and Career Changers

Choosing a program is easier when you can see yourself in it. The International Business Administration Diploma may be a strong fit if you recognize your situation below.

• You are exploring new career opportunities
• You want practical training for a career change
• You are interested in business and office environments
• You want to upgrade your professional skills
• You are returning to education after time away
• You want skills that can transfer across many industries
• You want to work in administration, customer service, operations, or coordination
• You are interested in international trade and global business environments

No prior business experience is required. The program is designed for people starting fresh in business administration.

Applicants may be required to provide:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Mature Student Status, if applicable
• Wonderlic SLE / SLE-Q minimum score requirement
• Proof of English proficiency, if applicable
• Meeting with an Admissions Advisor

• Career-focused training that employers value
• Small class sizes and personalized support
• Modern campus in downtown London
• Flexible learning and student support services
• Internship placement opportunities
• Career services support from enrollment to employment