
The longest running course in sport management in Australia
There's a reason Deakin's sport management course attracts the greatest talent the nation has to offer: it’s the oldest and most prestigious course of its kind in Australia!
Make your mark behind the scenes. Manage the business of sport organisations that deliver sport and the organisations that support them. A degree in sport management can help you become a sport manager who can lead sport organisations in a range of activities. You’ll learn how to support marketable, profitable and competitive teams on and off the field, with specialised learning in systems, marketing, finance, management and law, complemented by a second business major.
An undergraduate degree is generally completed between two to four years, depending on the pattern of study and any recognition of prior learning you may have. Associate degrees, bachelor and bachelor with honours are all undergraduate degrees.
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Non-award courses are generally single units of study that don’t add up to a university qualification. They’re a great way to explore an area of study before committing to a full degree, and can often be used as credit towards a degree course. Short courses and stand-alone study abroad programs also fall under this category.
There's a reason Deakin's sport management course attracts the greatest talent the nation has to offer: it’s the oldest and most prestigious course of its kind in Australia!
Careers in the sport business industry are numerous and increasingly specialised. Career opportunities exist in:
If you're dreaming of an exciting and rewarding career in sport management, we'll help get you there.
Learn more about the dedicated teaching staff for Deakin's undergraduate and postgraduate sports management program.
Dr Danielle Trowell has a successful biomechanics career in a partnership role between Deakin University and the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS).
Through our extensive alumni network, practicum placement partners and Industry Advisory Board, you'll have access to a wide range of industry connections and partnerships including:
Deakin’s engagement with industry professionals is well regarded and provides insight into the industry, as well as allowing industry to fully appreciate the breadth and diversity within its sports management course.
Molly Pledge
Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) graduate
Deakin has been awarded the following prestigious accreditations:
As a Deakin sport management student, you’ll have opportunities to benefit from and participate in the latest research. You’ll also get access to our professional networks and contacts in the sports sector. Our research partners include:
Abhishek Pratap completed a Master of Business (Sport Management) at Deakin. During his studies he and his friend Yash Pathak volunteered for local sports clubs generating award winning projects that increased sport participation and club engagement.
In the decade ahead, up to 30 major sporting events will be held in Australia, with each event providing thousands of coveted jobs. Be prepared for the golden decade of sport with the Executive Master of Sport Business at Deakin.
*ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments 2020
Choose an area that you're interested in and learn how Deakin's extensive range of study options and experiences can help turn your dreams into reality.
Choose an area that you're interested in and learn how Deakin's extensive range of study options and experiences can help turn your dreams into reality.