Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Sport Business (Leadership) will develop your specialist knowledge, including the administrative, legal, marketing, technological and financial aspects of the sport industry. This knowledge will be combined with solid business skills to manage professional and not-for-profit sport organisations, athletes, sporting events and facilities, and so much more. The Bachelor of Sports Business (Leadership) is a unique sports business course in Australia, offering students the opportunity to explore the realm of sports business on both domestic and global scales. This comprehensive program equips students with a deep understanding of sports industry management and a strong foundation in business acumen — preparing them to excel in managing various aspects of professional and non-profit sports organisations, athlete representation, event coordination and more.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

10 Parkview Drive, Sydney Olympic Park, NSWSydney Olympic Park

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A minimum NSW HSC (Higher School Certificate) or equivalent meeting required standards in relevant subjects.
Performance in relevant year 11 results for early entry pending release of HSC results.
An Associate Diploma, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Tertiary Preparation Certificate from a TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualification.
A completed Certificate III or Certificate IV from a TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualification plus completed year 11 or an equivalent.
One year of full-time or an equivalent study in a degree course at a recognised higher education institute in Australia or an equivalent.
Satisfaction of entry requirements specified under formal articulation arrangements as determined by the ACPE Academic Board.
Completion of a Big Picture Education Portfolio at a Big Picture School, supported by a recommendation from the school principal.
A recognised overseas qualification with demonstrated proficiency in English.
Demonstration to the CEO or the Dean's satisfaction of good selection prospects as a student (for example, relevant work experience and motivation to study), and ineligibility to compete for admission based on the above academic achievement criteria.
All applicants must meet minimum computer literacy standards as determined by ACPE and have unrestricted access to the internet and a personal email account.
Mac or Windows laptop with the following minimum requirements: 16GB of memory, 256 GB SSD, Intel Core i5 or i7 processor and a front facing webcam/camera.
Domestic applicants must be 18 years of age or turn 18 within their first semester of study.
International applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen course of study.
For courses that involve work-integrated learning where you may deal with children (i.e. under 18 years of age), applicants require a valid "Working with Children Check" which needs to be supplied to ACPE before you commence your course.
This course is not ATAR dependent.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Sport Manager (Average salary: $78,000 - $134,000), Sport Talent Manager (Average salary: $81,000 - $142,000), Sport Event and Tournament Manager (Average salary: $71,000 - $119,000), Elite Athlete Manager (Average salary: $53,000 - $135,000), Sport Consultant (Average salary: $103,000).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units24 units

SPB1302

Understanding the Sport Industry

SPB1101

Introduction to Sport Business

SPB1108

Marketing for the Sport Industry

SPB1107

Integrating Sport and Technology

SPB1204

Managing People in Sport

SPB1201

Accounting for Managers

SPB1208

Ethics and Integrity

PER2102

Professional Communication

SPB2106

Commercial Practices in Sport

Prerequisite: SPB1302

SPB2107

Sport for Social Change

Prerequisite: SPB1101

SPB2108

Regulation of the Sport Industry

Prerequisite: SPB1302

SPB2109

Media and Communication Practices in Sport Business

Prerequisite: SPB1108

SPB2207

Analytics for Sport Business

Prerequisite: SPB1107

SPB2208

Managing High Performance Sport: Systems and People

Prerequisite: SPB1101

SPB2202

Leadership in Sport Business

Prerequisite: SPB1302

WIL4101

Work Integrated Learning 1

Prerequisite: PER2102

SPB3103

Event Management

Prerequisite: SPB2106

SPB3104

Facilities Management

Prerequisite: SPB2106

SPB3106

Finance and Economics in Sport

Prerequisite: SPB1201

WIL4201

Work Integrated Learning 2

Prerequisite: WIL4101

SPB3202

Entrepreneurship in the Sport Industry

SPB3203

Preparing for the Sport Industry of the Future

Prerequisite: WIL4101

SPB3205

Global Sport Business

Prerequisite: SPB2106

SPB3206

Sport Industry Consultancy

Prerequisite: WIL4201

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities are available in this course?

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is an important component of the Bachelor of Sport Business (Leadership). Through WIL, students are provided with the opportunity to further enhance their professional skills, industry network, and apply the knowledge learnt in units. ACPE's Industry Hub and unit co-ordinators support students to identify and secure placements, prepare WIL agreements, deliver information sessions, and act as a direct contact for students during workplace placements. WIL is embedded across two dedicated units: Work Integrated Learning 1 (WIL4101) and Work Integrated Learning 2 (WIL4201).

Can I study this course online or do I need to attend campus?

The Bachelor of Sport Business (Leadership) offers flexible delivery options, including on-campus, 100% online, and blended modes, to cater to diverse learning preferences. The campus is located at Sydney Olympic Park (10 Parkview Drive, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW).

What further study options are available after completing this degree?

Graduates of the Bachelor of Sport Business (Leadership) can pursue a range of postgraduate qualifications offered by ACPE, including the Graduate Certificate in Sport Operations Management, Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Sport, Graduate Certificate in Athlete Wellbeing and Management, Graduate Certificate in Ethics and Integrity in Sport, Graduate Diploma of Sport Management, and Graduate Certificate of Sport Management.

Is FEE-HELP available for this course?

Yes, the Bachelor of Sport Business (Leadership) is FEE-HELP approved for domestic students. Scholarships are also available.

What are the CRICOS and UAC codes for this course?

The UAC code is 170090, the CRICOS code is 055880G, the CRS code is CRS1200067, and the ACPE course code is BSBus(Ldp). ACPE's CRICOS provider code is 01822J.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $70,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $70,000 to $90,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $90,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Sports Manager / Club ManagerSports AdministratorSports Event Coordinator / Event ManagerSports Marketing Coordinator / Marketing ManagerAthlete Manager / Player Agent

Key Skills

Sport organisation strategy and planningSports marketing and brand managementFinancial management and budgeting in sport contextsSports event planning, coordination and deliveryAthlete management and representation

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