Course Details
Diploma OF Business & SPORT
Kick-off your career in sport with the Melbourne City Institute of Sport & Business.
In partnership with Federation University, our 12-month Diploma of Business & Sport combines theory and hands-on industry training in the elite environment of Melbourne City FC’s state-of-the-art facility, the City Football Academy, Melbourne - ctrl:cyber Campus.
Gain the skills and knowledge to manage people, build networks, and lead teams in sport. This program equips you with the business acumen and industry insights needed to thrive in a dynamic sports career.
Fast-track pathway to a university degree
In addition to obtaining the Diploma qualification, students who successfully complete the program are automatically awarded a full year of academic credit toward multiple Federation University articulation pathways, including a Bachelor of Business, allowing you to continue seamlessly into a second year if you choose to pursue further study.
LOCATION
City Football Academy
Melbourne - ctrl:cyber Campus (Casey Fields, Cranbourne East)
DURATION
One year (two semesters)
March 2025 intake
STUDY MODE
Face-to-face
2 days per week
FOOTBALL DEV PROGRAM
Optional development pathway for aspiring footballers offered at no additional cost.
Course
SUBJECTS
Our program offers a unique blend of 8 carefully crafted subjects that bridge the worlds of business and sport. With courses designed to develop core business skills and specialised sports knowledge, you’ll gain the tools to thrive in the sports industry.
From management principles and marketing to sports event planning and athlete development, each subject is tailored to prepare you for a dynamic career in sports.
Discover how this balanced curriculum equips you with a well-rounded foundation for success in both business and sport.
BUSINESS SUBJECTS
Explore the core principles of management and gain practical skills in planning, organising, leading, and controlling to navigate real-world business challenges.
Learn to harness creativity and innovative problem-solving to identify new opportunities and revolutionise traditional thinking in today’s dynamic industries.
Build your professional identity with a focus on self-awareness, professionalism, and workplace dynamics to navigate and excel in your career.
Dive into modern and traditional leadership models and tackle real-world issues in ethics, technology, and strategy to foster effective, sustainable organisational cultures.
Please note: Course composition may be subject to change by Federation University pending final approval by the university’s Academic Board.
SPORT SUBJECTS
Discover how effective Human Resource Management drives success in the sports industry. This unit explores key Human Resource Management functions, practices, and strategies that give sporting organisations a competitive edge, from managing professional staff to coordinating a volunteer workforce.
Master the art of organising international sports events, from planning and execution to creating lasting positive impacts for communities and stakeholders.
Uncover the power of digital marketing and gain the skills to create impactful, data-driven campaigns using the latest in social media, SEO, and digital tech.
Gain a global perspective on sport management by exploring how non-profit and professional sports organisations operate worldwide. Delve into the structure and governance of international sport, learning how it varies across cultures and regions, while analysing the unique dynamics of local, national, and international sports industries.