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  Sports Management Course
  Certificate | Diploma | Advanced Diploma
   
   
  Course Outline : What You Will Cover
   
  The ICI sports management program designed in conjunction with industry leaders helps you learn the skills you need to succeed in sports management quickly and conveniently.
   
 Sport - What it’s All About

Introduction to Sports Management
Parameters and definitions
The history of sport
Trends in sports participation
Pricing of sports participation
Sports clubs
Issues and trends facing sport

 The Context of Sporting

The role and importance of sport in our society
The benefits of sport
The aims and objectives of sport
Current issues
Sport and society
Sport and health

 The Voluntary Sector

Voluntary organizations
Sport is a voluntary concept
Voluntary ethos
Voluntary sports organizations
Management of voluntary organizations
The nature of voluntary organizations
Organizational structures and personalities
Governing bodies
How to retain volunteers

 Sports Development

The many roles of the sports development officer

 Leadership

Transactional or transformational
Leadership qualities in the sports situation

 Working Together

Partnerships and liaisons
Agencies involved in sport

 People

Performance appraisal
Managing people
What makes a manager?
Staff appraisal
Staff motivation
Delegation
Communication
Getting the right people
Team building
Team development
Personnel management

 Organizational Management

The role of the sports manager
General management approaches
Quality management
Strategic management
Measuring performance
Planning
Objectives
Control
Organizational change
Decision making

 Management in Practice

Management processes
Financial management
Legislation
Health and safety at work
Managing support services
The management of sport as a public service

 Management Challenges

Competition
Financial control
National standards
Pressure for change
Voluntary implications
Philosophical challenges
Investors in people

 Marketing

Marketing ethics
Marketing participation
Marketing activities and implementation
Public relations
Fundraising
Sports sponsorship

 Event management

Events feasibility
Event planning
Event requirements
Event evaluation

 Personal skills

Time management
Managing meetings
Meetings in practice
Personal management

   
  How Will You Benefit?
   
 
  • Fast track your career in sports management
  • Learn the inside secrets of how to become a sports management pro in months not years!
  • Study a sports management course that was designed in conjunction with sports management industry leaders
  • Free up valuable time, don't waste time and money travelling to classes
  • Study at your own pace whenever and wherever you are
  • Have access to a tutor who works in the industry you are training for
  • Easy interest free payment plans from as low as $49 per week

Start reaping the benefits by enrolling today!

   
  Career Prospects
   
 

Start an exciting career in sports management! Graduates are qualified as sports managers and find employment in a broad range of positions with:

  • Event management firms
  • Player management firms
  • Recreation and leisure clubs
  • Sports marketing firms
  • Sponsorship management firms
  • Amateur sport organisations
  • Professional sport leagues
  • Sporting goods organisations
  Course Levels Explained / Prerequisites
   
  This course leads to the awarding of either a Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma depending on which level you enrol at. The different levels are achieved by the amount of course content and assessments involved within each module at the basic (Certificate), intermediate (Diploma) and advanced (Advanced Diploma) levels. You will be able to learn about what the difference is between the three levels below:
  1. Certificate: represents a basic level of operational knowledge with general knowledge. Suitable for basic entry level positions.
     
  2. Diploma: qualifications recognises the graduates capacity for initiative and judgment across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy (semi-independence) in performing technical operations or organising others in the workplace.
     
  3. Advanced Diploma: The graduate is able to apply a significant range of principles and techniques across various contexts and functions. Graduates can expect to be involved in significant judgments, planning, and leadership/guidance functions related to workplace products, services, operations or procedures.

There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into any course level. Students may enrol directly into the diploma or advanced diploma levels without completing lower ranked qualifications. Graduates can expect higher course levels to result in higher potential salary, positions and skill capabilities.

   
  Course Length
 

(Source: 2008 Student Graduation Statistics)

 

The average time within which students complete studies is:

  • Certificate Level - 14 weeks,
  • Diploma Level - 24 weeks,
  • Advanced Diploma Level - 31 weeks.

ICI courses allow you to study at your own pace with no assignment deadlines. This means that you determine the pace of the course and within which time period you will ultimately complete your studies in.

  • Completing your course with ICI is flexible as you can fast-track and graduate in a matter of months. You complete activities and submit assignments whenever you are ready.
  • The maximum time given to complete a program is three years.
  Study Mode : Distance Learning
   
  This entire course is carried out via Distance Learning (also known as correspondence learning). Distance learning is ideal if you need to adapt around work, family, or other commitments. It is also extremely beneficial should you simply wish to fast track your studies (and career) and not be locked into a timetable.

Our course content and learning experience ensure that your course is relevant and interesting. Learning, tutorial assistance, assessments takes place whenever and wherever you are in the country or world. It takes place at your own pace on your own terms to fit your lifestyle. As an ICI student, you’ll never endure a pop quiz, spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars travelling, and never be late with an assignment or for class.

Enrolments statistics reveal that students from the following categories are currently taking advantage of the distance learning experience at ICI:
  • Government, business & industry employers 32%
  • High school leavers 20%
  • Individuals looking to start a business or change career paths 18%
  • Individuals already in the industry looking to formalise and/or update knowledge and seek a promotion 11%
  • Military personal 11%
  • Stay at home mothers 8%
  Recognition & Accreditation
   
 

This course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC). The courses offered by ICI are unique as they take a very "hands on" approach. Our courses are not designed to teach you just the "theory" behind the industry - they are written and tutored by industry professionals and will fast-track you into a new career of your choice.

ICI is a registered member of the New Zealand Association of Private Education Providers (NZAPEP) which is a national organisation representing private tertiary institutions in New Zealand. The Association is the largest association covering all areas of tertiary education and is recognised by the Government and government agencies as the main representative of the sector.

Various government departments and business's have enrolled their own staff with ICI for further training and development and is a strong indicator of acceptance and recognition by employers and industry.

The following is a partial list of companies and government departments which have enrolled staff into ICI courses:

  • Department of Defence,
  • Metcash Trading Ltd,
  • Navman Technologies,
  • Colliers International,
  • Mitsubishi Corporation,
  • Pearson Education,
  • John Paul College,
  • Brookfield Multiplex,
  • Accor,
  • Employment Directions Network,
  • Coca-Cola Amitil,
  • HSBC,
  • American Express,
  • Clayton UTZ,
  • Aviva Holdings,
  • Uniting Care Institute of Family Practice,
  • Federal Workplace Authority,
  • Centacare Employment Group,
  • MAX Employment,
  • MAP Group,
  • Calvin Klein,
  • and many more...
  How Does it Work? - The ICI Learning Experience
   
  Click Here to learn how the typical ICI student experience goes from enrolment to graduation (Pop Up Window).
   
  Already in the Profession or Industry?
   
  This course and qualification is a great way of consolidating existing knowledge via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), updating your industry skills and contributing towards your professional development. It is also one of the most practical steps you can take towards working towards gaining a promotion or better paid position.

Course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction as long as the course is sufficiently connected to your work activities.

   
  What Do I Get?
   
  All materials essential for course completion are included in the cost of the course fee. Upon enrolment, students receive:
  • All required study materials and course notes
  • Practical assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
  • Industry based tutor who will service all of your course and career questions and guidance needs
  • UNESCO endorsed Student ID card giving students access to thousands of discounts both at home and overseas! Save on transport, accommodation, communications, food, shopping, movies and more!

On successful completion of the course you will receive:

  • A graduation certificate officially recognizing your successful completion of studies and qualifications as a sports manager
  • Transcripts indicating units completed
  • Letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
  • Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification. For example: John Smith, DipSptMgT
  • Job search assistance: Graduate Career Services Program (Click to learn more).
  Student Testimonials & Survey
   
 
I highly endorse the sports management course. It gave me the confidence and credentials I needed to secure my current position. Definitely worth the investment. Keep up the excellent work.

- Grigoris Simitis

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 The layout of the lessons made the course easy to understand and complete. I am looking forward to a great career. 

- Roy McNee

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  Cut Off Date for the Next Intake
   
  is the next enrolment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.

Your enrolment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course its at your own pace and you determine when you finish. Don't miss out. Enrol today!

   
  Course Investment & Payment Plans - How Do I Get Started?
   
  Click on one of the Enrol Now buttons below and you could be working on your first lesson – and towards a new career – in a matter of days!
 

 
    OPTION A OPTION B OPTION C
Course Level Course Fee Pay Upfront and Save 10% Monthly Instalment Plan Interest FREE Weekly Instalment Plan Interest FREE
Certificate  $1150 10% Off = $999 $383 x 3 months $49 x 21 weeks
Diploma  $1950 10% Off = $1755 $650 x 3 months $49 x 40 weeks
Advanced Diploma  $2450 10% Off = $2205 $817 x 3 months $49 x 50 weeks

ACT NOW and start pursuing your dream of becoming a qualified sports management specialist.

  1. Simply click on one of the Enrol Now buttons that corresponds with the course level and payment plan you wish to select (see above table).
  2. Complete the enrolment form with your details, select your amazing FREE gift and you're on your way. Your first step begins here now.
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