Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management

Combine your love of sport with skills in administration and management through the nationally recognised Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management.

You will gain the broad range of capabilities needed to successfully manage a sports centre, with a focus on maintaining a functional and safe place so people can enjoy and benefit from physical exercise. Develop your abilities in:

• Equipment maintenance
• Ensuring safety of staff and patrons
• Marketing and branding
• Finances and budgets
• Administration
• Using technology
• Being aware of changes in fitness, health and sport
• Workplace health and safety

Our sports-industry professionals will teach you everything you need to know about providing leadership for your staff, patrons and local communities.

Completion of the Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management can lead to employment opportunities in businesses such as a gyms, aquatic centres, and indoor or outdoor sports centres.

Possible associated job titles include:

• Competition Manager
• Executive Officer
• Facility Manager
• Centre Manager
• Sports Program Officer

A background in sports coaching or outdoor recreation will be advantageous. You may be able to study this course online with the support of experienced industry professionals.