Graduate Certificate of Sport Management
Postgraduate
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Business fundamentals for the sports world
Learn business skills for success in leadership roles in the sports industry. You’ll work on business communication and marketing. Make confident decisions and start planning strategically. With guest speakers from Real Madrid football club.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 6 months full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 4
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Graduate Certificate of Sport Management
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Develop an understanding of reflexive and ethical leadership in sport management.
- Analyse financial and other data to support effective decision making.
- Develop an understanding of how social, economic and political factors impact the need for organisational change within sports.
- Understand and apply research methodologies in a variety of sport management contexts.
- Creatively solve complex problems unique to sport management, including developing strategies to assist in sporting success.
Torrens University's Graduate Certificate of Sport Management develops your knowledge and skills in the field. Co-delivered with Real Madrid Graduate School, learn leadership and team-building skills to manage modern, dynamic organisations. During this course, you will learn to apply a body of specialised knowledge to the changing sports environments in which you work or aspire to work as a team leader or manager.
This course provides you with flexible study options to advance your career prospects as you work, and successful completion of this course will act as a pathway into the Master of Business Administration (Sport Management).
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 0.5 years full-time, part-time options available.
Recommended study pattern
The Graduate Certificate of Sport Management comprises of four core subjects (40 credit points) found within the Master of Business Administration (Sport Management) award.Award requirements
To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Sport Management, the candidate must satisfactorily complete a course of study that comprises four core subjects (40 credit points).Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative first year fee
$18,950
Indicative total fee $18,950
The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- An Australian bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in a business (or related) discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
Five (5) years of professional, administrative or managerial work experience.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
- Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the competitive sport management industry. You’ll learn to critically analyse core functions of sports organisations, implement strategic processes, manage risk and lead complex teams, preparing you for a management role in the sporting industry.
Potential career paths include:
- Venue Coordinator
- Club Manager
- Membership Manager
- Event Manager.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
---|---|---|
Sports Administrators | N/A^ | N/A^ |
Sports Centre Managers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials | $60K to $74K | Up 3.2% |
Sports Development Officers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available