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Bachelor of Business (Sports Management)

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Bachelor of Business Sports Management

What is a Bachelor of Business in Sports Management?

A Bachelor of Business (Sports Management) prepares you to manage the business of sports organisations. At Torrens University, you'll connect with our elite network of partners and gain real industry experience. Learn how to apply business principles in the world of sports.
This course is designed to equip you with the broad knowledge and skills required build a career in the sports management field. Throughout your studies, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of fundamental business, marketing and management principles, explore the role sport plays in building communities and analyse the importance of professional sport in contemporary society.

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Learning outcomes

  • Become involved in building and binding communities through the love of the game.
  • Learn the role of governance in sport, and how to use it to your best advantage.
  • Discover the principles behind founding and maintaining a viable league.
  • Work with individuals, teams and leagues to generate positive outcomes.
Study mode
Online, On campus
Campus locations*
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide
Student
Domestic
International
Course duration
3 years full time, 6 years part time, 2 years accelerated
Start date
05 Jun 2023
18 Sep 2023
Fees

This is an AQF Level 7 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd.

*For more details on international student study options.

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Career opportunities

With a Bachelor of Business in Sports Management you could eventually manage a team, supporting them with off-field requirements. You could also become the person in charge of running a local league, take care of business at a community club and work in one of the many roles that support our national and international sporting competitions.

Potential career paths

  • Sport Journalist
    Average salary: $35,000 - $94,000
  • Sport Project Manager
    Average salary: $75,000 - $116,000
  • Events Manager
    Average salary: $72,500 - $133,326
Bachelor of Business (Sports Management) | Stephen Caradonna
My industry placement with the Penrith Panthers was a highlight. It exposed me to different departments, which offered a range of experiences that let me build on what I learnt in class and led to securing a full-time role at the Panthers.
Stephen Caradonna
Bachelor of Business (Sports Management)

Subjects and units

This course comprises of 24 subjects, which includes 16 core subjects, including 300 hours of industry placement, and 8 elective subjects. Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising 3 hours of facilitated study and 7 hours self-directed study.

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3
  • Electives

Requirements

These six core subjects must be completed. Additionally you're required to select two 100 level electives from the electives tab.

Core subjects

  • Business Communications | BIZ101
  • Understanding People and Organisations | BIZ102
  • Introduction to Sport Management | SPO101
  • Marketing Fundamentals | MKT101A
  • Customer Experience Management | BIZ104
  • Sports Marketing | SPO102

Requirements

These five core subjects must be completed. Additionally you're required to select two 100 level electives and one 200 level elective from the electives tab.

Core subjects

  • Accounting for Decision Making | BIZ201
  • The Business Environment | BIZ202
  • Sports Law | SPO201
  • Managing Teams | SPO202
  • Managing Sports Facilities | SPO203

Requirements

These five core subjects must be completed. Additionally you're required to select two 100 level electives and one 300 level elective from the electives tab.

Core subjects

  • Organisational Creativity and Innovation | BIZ301
  • Ethics and Sustainability | MGT301A
  • Health and Advocacy Strategies | SPO301
  • Industry Consulting Project | IND301A
  • Sports Consulting Project | SPO302

Requirements

Choose eight elective subjects below.

Year 1 - two 100 level

Year 2 - two 100 level, one 200 level

Year 3 - two 100 level, one 300 level

Elective subjects

  • Industry Skills Project | IND101A
  • Understanding Advertising | MKT102A
  • Integrated Marketing Communications | MKT103A
  • Consumer Behaviour | MKG102
  • Understanding Public Relations | PRN101A
  • Introduction to PR Writing | PRN102A
  • Introduction to Events | EVN101
  • Event Concepts and Design | EVT101A
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship | ENT101
  • Venture Ideation | ENT102
  • Banking Fundamentals and Technology | BNK101
  • Financial Systems and Central Banking | BNK102
  • Commercial Law and Banking Operations | BNK103
  • Lending, Securities and SME Financing | BNK104
  • Exploring Gastronomy | EGY101
  • Place, Culture and Destination Management | PCD101
  • Introduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Events | THE101
  • The Tourist Experience | TTE101
  • Foundations of Information Systems | MIS100
  • Information Systems for Business | MIS101
  • Data and Networking | MIS102
  • Industry Engagement Project Enterprise Hub | BINDSD202
  • Industry Engagement Project | IND201A
  • Business-2-Business Marketing | MKG201
  • Digital Marketing Communications | MKG203
  • Marketing and Audience Research | MKT202A
  • Event Management and Operations | EVT201A
  • Wedding Planning | EVT204A
  • Sports Events | EVT206A
  • Event Venue Management | EVT207A
  • Event Financing and Sponsorship | EVN203
  • Project Management | MGT201A
  • Strategic Human Resource Management | HRM200
  • Content Creation for Social Media | PRL201
  • Advanced PR Writing | PRL202
  • Corporate Communications | PRL203
  • Sales and Negotiation Strategies | ENT201
  • Entrepreneurial Financing | ENT202
  • Marketing for Entrepreneurs | ENT203
  • Global Innovations and Trends in Tourism and Hospitality | GIT201
  • Product Distribution and Revenue Management | PDR201
  • Food and Beverage Management | HOS203A
  • Project Management in Tourism | PMT201
  • Principles of Programming | MIS200
  • Database Fundamentals | MIS201
  • App, Web Design and Development | MIS202
  • Marketing Strategy | MKT301A
  • International Marketing | MKT303A
  • Brand and Product Management | MKT304A
  • Strategic Management | MGT302A
  • International Public Relations | PRN303A
  • Events Policy and Strategy | EVN301
  • Lean Business Start-up | ENT301
  • Resort and Spa Management | HOS302A
  • Destinations Management | TOU302A
  • Airline Management | TOU303A
  • Tourism Strategy, Planning and Policy | TSP301
  • System Analysis and Design | MIS300
  • Cybersecurity | MIS301
  • Social Enterprise | SEN301

International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided exceptions to the usual face-to-face learning requirements until 30 June 2023 only. For more information, visit Study in Australia.

International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.

Industry partners and work placements

An important element of this course is your placement with an endorsed host organisation(s). Work placements provide a valuable resource for you to develop hands-on practical experience to ensure you graduate confident and job-ready. A key task will be the completion of a reflective journal covering the experience and the identification and analysis of key learning outcomes.
Gain professional experience
Complete 300 hours of real-world, relevant experience through our work placement program with one of our acclaimed industry partners.
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Entry details

  • Domestic
  • International

Fees

Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.

FEE-HELP

Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.

Learn more about fees and FEE-HELP

Scholarships

If you are truly passionate about business, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of business scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the business industry:

Admission criteria

Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet the requirements listed below.

Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent.

OR

Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4 or above), or Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.

The below is an alternative option.
Work and life experience that demonstrates skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).

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Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.

Learn more about study pathways

Fees

Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.

Fee payment

Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.

Scholarships

We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.

Admission criteria

Before you begin your application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements listed below.

Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
Academic IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent.
OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Contact the International Admissions team for more information.

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OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Contact the International Admissions team for more information.

Learn more about study pathways

How to apply

Frequently asked questions

  • What are Torrens University Australia’s ATAR requirements for domestic students?
  • What if  I don’t meet the entry criteria for a degree?
  • Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
  • Can I get course credit for previous experience?
  • What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
  • How do I apply for a scholarship?

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