Graduate Diploma in Sport Management
Graduate Diploma in Sport Management
The Graduate Diploma in Sport Management provides a broad overview of the sport industry, and is designed to develop critical, interpretive and problem-solving skills relevant to that sector. With this in mind, the program includes subjects that develop a critical understanding of sport management across the areas of business, globalisation,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Diploma in Sport Management provides a broad overview of the sport industry, and is designed to develop critical, interpretive and problem-solving skills relevant to that sector. With this in mind, the program includes subjects that develop a critical understanding of sport management across the areas of business, globalisation, governance, sport for social impact, and sport event management in both the Australian and international contexts.
The course is developed and delivered in collaboration with industry experts from the field, with each subject comprising of a mix of sport management concepts and real-world practice. Research-inspired course content is delivered by world-leading academics and industry partners, which allows students to apply an expert level of knowledge and understanding across different domains of the sport industry. It develops skill sets needed for managers to operate in the sport industry.
Course aims
The Graduate Diploma in Sport Management combines business literacy with sport-specific management learning. The course provides theories, models and practical case studies in order to understand the complex nature of the sport industry.
Course structure
All students must complete a total of 48 credit points made up of eight core subjects.
Careers
The Graduate Diploma in Sport Management provides authentic engagement with the world of sport, producing graduates with specific skills and attributes of interest to employers in this sector. Graduates may pursue careers in fields such as sport management, sport marketing, sport policy, sports development, sport event management, and sports administration.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
