Lawrence Kinlin School of Business

Business Education That Works

At the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business, you’ll build the practical skills and confidence you need to succeed in today’s business world. You’ll explore key areas such as accounting, marketing, human resources, finance, supply chain, and management, while learning how business works in real-world settings.

You’ll learn by doing. Through applied projects, case studies, co-ops and live client work, you’ll put theory into practice and gain hands-on experience that employers value. Whether you start with a diploma or pursue our Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree or post-graduate certificate, you’ll have flexible pathways that allow you to grow your education as your career goals evolve.

When you graduate, you’ll be ready to step into roles across a wide range of industries, start your own business, advance into leadership positions or continue toward professional designations and further education. At the Kinlin School, you won’t just learn business, you’ll experience it.

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Cases & Collaborative Projects

Education Credential Pathways

Flexible Learning Options

Featured Offerings

Business Diplomas

Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Delivery: Full-time, Part-time, Online

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Business Degree

Credential: Honours Bachelor of Commerce
Delivery: Full-time, Part-time/Online Completion

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Customer Relationship Marketing & Sales Management

Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Delivery: Full-time, Part-time, Online

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Labs & Spaces

Village Creative: A Student-Powered Marketing Agency

Village Creative brings students from multiple programs together to work on real projects for local entrepreneurs, small businesses and national non-profits. You’ll apply your learning in real time by delivering services such as user testing, social media plans, CRM system builds, SEO audits, and paid media campaigns. All projects are guided by faculty experts, giving you hands-on experience solving real business challenges while building a professional portfolio.

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The Pitch Space

Designed with live client interactions, the Pitch Space is where ideas come to life. You’ll use this collaborative environment to present concepts, pitch to clients, brainstorm with peers and deliver capstone project presentations. This space also hosts workshops and events, helping you build confidence in communication, collaboration and professional presentation.

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Library Study Spaces

Collaboration is a key part of how you’ll learn at the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business. You’ll regularly use bookable library study spaces to work in small teams, simulate real workplace collaboration, prepare presentations and tackle group projects, all mirroring how business teams operate in professional settings that you’ll become a part of after you graduate.

Experiential Learning & Career Pathways

Co-op Education

You’ll have the opportunity to gain paid, hands-on work experience through co-op programs integrated into many Kinlin School offerings. Co-op allows you to apply what you’re learning in the classroom to real workplace settings, build professional skills and make valuable industry connections. You’ll graduate with relevant experience on your resume and a clearer path into your career.

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Clubs & Competitions

You’ll enhance your learning by getting involved in business-focused clubs and competitions, focused on specific areas such as marketing, finance, accounting, logistics and management. These experiences allow you to apply what you’re learning outside the classroom, sharpen your problem-solving and teamwork skills and build leadership experience that employers look for.

Credential Pathways

Your education doesn’t have to stop with a single credential. The Kinlin School’s programs are designed to allow you to transfer your hard-earned credits toward further education within the school. You can graduate with a business diploma and seamlessly ladder into an advanced diploma in business administration or the Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree, giving you flexibility as your career goals evolve.

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Lina Manuel, MDEI

Marketing Professor & Village Creative Lead Instructor

You’ll learn from faculty experts like Lina Manuel, a Marketing Professor with over 20 years of experience working with international companies across Toronto, Los Angeles and Dubai. With expertise in digital marketing, social media, e-commerce and audience engagement, Lina brings real-world insight into the classroom. As a lead instructor in Village Creative, she’s passionate about experiential learning and helping you bridge the gap between theory and practice, so you graduate ready to thrive in your marketing career.

Signature Learning Experience

Live Client Projects

You’ll solve real business challenges for real clients through various projects, including brand strategy, integrated marketing and communications plans or tax clinics, gaining hands-on experience you can apply directly in the workplace.

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Networking Opportunities

Throughout your studies, you’ll have many opportunities to connect with industry professionals to expand your network and gain insight into real career paths and workplace expectations.

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Case Studies

Case studies allow you to analyze real business scenarios, build professional judgement and graduate ready to make confident, employer-level decisions.

Joshua Millard

“When I was choosing a degree, hands-on learning was the most important factor for me, and Fanshawe delivered on that from day one. I’ve received one-on-one mentorship from industry experts, worked with real clients and budgets through a student-run marketing agency, and competed in a national-level case competition. My co-op experiences have been a highlight, so much so that my employer welcomed me back for multiple terms and may become a future career opportunity. Fanshawe didn’t just teach me about digital marketing; it showed me how to succeed in it.”

Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Digital Marketing)

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Explore all programs in the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business and find the pathway that fits your goals in business, leadership, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

Industry & Employer Partnerships

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Hire a Student

Hire skilled, job‑ready Fanshawe students for co‑ops, internships, full-time and part‑time roles. Connect with emerging talent and build your workforce through hands‑on student recruitment and early career partnerships.

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Mentorship Opportunities

Support the next generation of professionals by mentoring a Fanshawe student. Share your industry experience, offer guidance, and help students build confidence as they prepare for their careers.

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Join a Program Advisory Committee

Join a Program Advisory Committee and help shape the future of education at Fanshawe. Share your industry expertise, guide curriculum development, and support student success by ensuring our programs stay aligned with real workforce needs.

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