About this program

  • Credential Awarded: 2 Year Diploma
  • Campus: Niagara-on-the-Lake
  • Code: 0451 P0451
  • Delivery Length: 2 Years
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Overview

Launch your career with a dynamic and versatile two-year Sales and Marketing diploma.

The Business – Sales and Marketing program is designed to equip you with practical, in-demand skills in communication, sales strategy, digital marketing and customer relationship management—skills that are essential across every industry. Whether you’re interested in sales, marketing, retail management or small business management, this program prepares you to connect with customers, influence buying decisions, and drive business success.

Graduates are well-positioned for a wide range of exciting roles and advancement opportunities in today’s competitive sales and marketing job market.

Highlights
  • Exposure to sales and marketing theory as well as real-world application to equip you with the skills and strategies needed to excel in this competitive industry.

  • Experiential learning activities that provide hands-on experience through industry projects, business simulations and digital tools and learning platforms.

  • Faculty mentorship and outstanding student success competing in provincial, national, and international case competitions.

  • Capstone Project Course in the final term, students collaborate with real businesses to develop and present strategic marketing and sales solutions, applying their knowledge to real-world challenges and gaining valuable industry experience.

Career Opportunities
  • Account executive
  • Business-to-business sales representative
  • Marketing assistant or coordinator
  • Retail manager
  • Sales and marketing coordinator
  • Social media coordinator
  • Small business manager

Competitions and Awards

Sales and Marketing students have experienced tremendous success at various provincial, national and international business competitions including:

  • The Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition which showcases Ontario’s top marketing students.
  • The Vanier College Marketing Case Competition in which student teams present strategic marketing plans.
  • The Great Canadian Sales Competition where college and university students from across Canada prepare presentations showcasing their skills and have the opportunity to work with senior business leaders
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Courses

Term one (2026 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
COMM1133 Writing Strategies 3
MATH1107 Mathematics 3
MKTG1221 Principles of Consumer Behaviour 3
MKTG1301 Principles of Marketing 3
MICR1493 Computer Applications 3
MKTG1320 Professional Selling I 3
Term two (2026 Spring)
Code Course Name Credits
ACCT1198 Financial Accounting Concepts 3
MICR1583 Spreadsheet Applications 3
MKTG1222 Retailing 3
MKTG1311 Integrated Marketing Communication 3
MKTG1420 Professional Selling II 3
Elective Information

Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Term three (2026 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
COMM1340 Business Communications 3
MKTG1511 Digital Marketing 3
SOCL1430 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Canada 3
ENTR1252 New Venture Development 3
MKTG1510 Business to Business (B2B) Marketing 3
MKTG1512 Sales and Marketing Strategy 4
Term four (2027 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
INTL1100 Fundamentals of International Trade 3
MGMT1100 Management Principles 3
MKTG1620 Public Relations and Event Management 3
MKTG1621 Social Media Marketing 3
MKTG1622 Sales and Marketing Research Project 6
Elective Information

Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Learning Outcomes Term: 1261
  1. Apply customer needs analyses to develop and deliver effective sales presentations across a range of selling situations.

  2. Develop comprehensive sales and marketing strategies that respond to organizational challenges and goals.

  3. Develop marketing plans to reach specific market segments and meet marketing goals and objectives.

  4. Develop an integrated marketing communications plan to reach specific market segments and meet marketing goals and budgets.

  5. Conduct environmental and market research analysis to contribute to strategic business decision-making.

  6. Apply consumer behaviour and customer relationship management strategies in the development of marketing plans to meet sales and marketing goals.

  7. Develop and present strategic business plan proposals using market research analysis and insights.

  8. Integrate sales and marketing financial information and data analytics to aid in business decision-making.

  9. Apply appropriate leadership and management principles to a variety of sales and marketing projects and business situations.

  10. Communicate sales and marketing information clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences and across various formats including; oral, written, and digital media.

  11. Integrate sales and marketing technologies to optimize and enhance customer relationship management activities.

  12. Develop and reflect upon leadership, cross-cultural and collaboration skills through participation in sales and marketing projects.

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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
  • English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
Recommended Courses and/or Skills:

These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.

  • Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U)
Selection and Ranking

Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

Learn more about admission decisions.

Computer Requirements

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows-based desktop or laptop that meets or exceeds the following general requirements:

  • A desktop or laptop running on an updated Microsoft Windows operating system (Windows 11 recommended).
  • Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory (note that 16 GB memory is strongly recommended).
  • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone, and speaker system.
  • Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities. A minimum download speed of 10 – 50 Mbps is recommended.

Niagara College may not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications as provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.

Note: We do not provide support for Chromebooks or Apple products. (learn more)

Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.

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Availability

Domestic Applicants Apply
International Applicants Apply
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Accepting applications

Waitlisted

Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list

Closed

Not accepting applications

Suspended

No longer offered this term

The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.

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Pathways

Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Business – Sales and Marketing program below.

  • From NC to
    Columbia Southern University BS Business Administration-Marketing United States
  • From NC to
    Griffith University Bachelor of Business Australia
  • From NC to
    Munster Technological University (MTU) 3-year Bachelor of Business in Marketing Ireland
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Economics United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Finance United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Management (Integrative Concentration) United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Marketing United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Marketing (Food/Consumer) United States
  • From NC to
    University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) Bachelor of Business Administration Canada
Did you know?

Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.

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Tuition

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If you want to be successful in the highly competitive sales and marketing industry, this program is the No. 1 choice. The education is one of a kind – education that is sure to set you apart.

Darryl Andree, Key Account Manager, Brand Blvd. Inc, program graduate
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