Diploma of Sport (Sport Development)

Prepare for an exciting career in sports management and leadership with Swinburne’s Diploma of Sport – Online, created in collaboration with Richmond Football Club. This course covers the skills and knowledge needed to pursue roles in the sports business sector, or for further study; Learn negotiation and risk management, legal and ethical responsibility, team leadership, managing media relationships, use of technology in sport and recreation, strategy and resource allocation, and how to communicate with stakeholders, volunteers and athletes. Graduates of this course will be well-equipped for a variety of roles, from managing competitions, sports venues and facilities and identifying and developing athletes. SIS50321, sport, sports, business, sports management , sport online, Richmond, RISL, aligned leisure,

Professional Recognition:
N/A
Career Opportunities:
This course provides graduates with the skills to work in the Sport Development sector and reflects the role of individuals who apply knowledge, practical skills and experience in management and leadership across a range of enterprise and industry contexts. Occupational outcomes for this qualification can vary from managing competitions, sports venues and facilities and identifying and developing athletes. Work at this level would be undertaken with a high degree of autonomy. The following are indicative job roles for this qualification: Competition manager Program developer Talent development manager Sport development manager Leisure and recreational facility coordinator Leisure and recreational facility program development Sports Media Officer Sport and recreation community development officer Sport and recreation administration Sport and recreation event management Sport and recreation consumer business officer Outdoor Recreation Worker Project Manager Pathways with further study into Business (multiple streams), Exercise Science, Education