Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the B.Sc. Business Administration programme, which will be offered by the Open and Distance Learning & Research Institute (ODLRI) of Lagos State University for the 2024/2025 Academic Session.
2.0 ABOUT ODLRI
The Institute was established by the Senate and Council of Lagos State University and approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to cater for those who are eager for higher education but have been unable to access it – either due to time constraints or because they were denied admission into regular higher institutions owing to overpopulation and limited admission spaces. The Institute is unique, with a special focus on research, and aims to produce world-class graduates with 21st-century skills who can contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of society.
3.0 AVAILABLE PROGRAMME
B.Sc. Business Administration
4.0 ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS/ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following candidates are eligible to apply:
Holders of WASCE/SSCE/GCE/NECO (O’ Level) or equivalent qualifications with credits in five (5) subjects at not more than two (2) sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, and any three (3) relevant subjects from Commerce, Economics, Accounting, Government, Geography, and Business Studies.
5.0 CATEGORY OF APPLICANTS
The programme is suitable for adults who could not gain admission through the conventional university system, working-class individuals seeking a university degree, and others interested in acquiring entrepreneurial skills.
6.0 AGE ELIGIBILITY
Applicants under 16 years of age at the point of entry are not eligible.
7.0 DURATION
The programme is designed to run for four (4) years, similar to the conventional programme, with standard academic and research activities
8.0 MODE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
All academic activities will be delivered through blended learning, using a prompt and efficient delivery system.
9.0 ICT KNOWLEDGE
ICT proficiency is required.
10.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Admission into the programme is subject to the availability of space for qualified applicants.
Candidates awaiting results are not eligible to apply.
Only certificates – not statement of result slips – are acceptable for WASCE/SSCE/GCE/NECO results obtained before 2010.
All application forms must be completed and submitted online on or before Tuesday, 30th November 2025.
For further enquiries, applicants may call any of the following helplines:
08023025810, 08027633010 or email: director.odlri@lasu.edu.ng, secretary.odlri@lasu.edu.ng, mailsupport@lasu.edu.ng, support.odlri@lasu.edu.ng
11.0 METHOD OF APPLICATION
1. Visit www.lasu.edu.ng/odlri for further details about the programme
2. Click on “Apply Now”
3. View Requirements
4. Proceed to make the required payment of Twenty-five Thousand Naira (₦25,000) only for the ODLRI Application Fee (NOTE: All LASU payments are made ONLINE)
5. Complete the Application Form
6. Submit the Application online
7. Check back to view admission status. If offered admission, print the Admission Letter
12.0 DISCLAIMER
Any applicant who pays money into any individual or unauthorised account, or through any means other than those stated above, does so to his/her own disadvantage.
SIGNED
Emmanuel A. FANU, MANUPA, MNIM, MCIPM, FCAI
Registrar and Secretary to Council
