Ontario College Diploma in Tourism – Operations Management (Co-op)

Lambton College

Discover an industry built for leaders with business savvy and an ability to create exceptional experiences that are socially responsible, sustainable, and inclusive.Engage in a program and industry where people are the heart. Leadership, cultural intelligence, and a managerial approach to business operations are areas explored. Passion for creativity, flexibility, ability to lead others in business environments ensures graduates are prepared to advance their careers in this dynamic industry.Trained professionals enjoy career success creating experiences for corporate and entrepreneurial tourism organizations including destination marketing organizations, world class hotels and resorts, tourism attractions, entertainment venues, gaming organizations, and all businesses that value the customer experience.Employment OpportunitiesTourism and hospitality industry professionals are in global demand. Some of the employers of our graduates include: Tourism Sarnia-Lambton, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gateway Entertainment, and Spirit Ridge at Nkmip Resort. Graduates also find employment at Inns, Adventure Tourism, Food & Beverage companies, retail and entrepreneurial ventures.PathwaysTransfer to Programs outside of OntarioInstitute of Technology Tralee - IrelandBachelor of Arts in Travel & Tourism ManagementAtlantic Technological University - IrelandBachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management - enter third year of three-year programBachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management - enter third year of four-year program