Sport Administration (two-year)/Sport Management (three-year)

Program Overview

With a unique combination of business skills and a solid understanding of the sport industry, sport managers oversee professional and amateur athletes and teams; co-ordinate sporting events; and work behind the scenes at some of the biggest sporting venues in the world.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U) (minimum 60 per cent)
Grade 11 mathematics (C, M or U)

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,322 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

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Full-semester Field Placement

Industry Networking

Management

Technology recommendations

To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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Intakes and Availability

Date	Domestic Availability	International Availability
September 2021	Open	Open

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Event/game day coordinator
Facility manager
Program coordinator
Sport marketing coordinator
Sporting goods professional
Account executive
Brand manager
Team operations manager

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Program Details

As a graduate of Canada’s longest-running college sport management program, you will be prepared to excel in an administrative or management role in the business of sport. With a focus on developing skills related to all aspects of the Canadian sports scene, you will be prepared to enter into any specific sport-related fields by applying the knowledge, experiential learning and concepts gained inside and outside of the classroom.

The program begins with coursework in fundamental business skills and sport industry understanding, progressing to more advanced applications and hands-on learning experiences in the subsequent semesters. In addition to formal classroom work, this program offers numerous volunteer and networking opportunities, an overnight leadership camp in the third year and a variety of experiential learning options to prepare you for this chosen career.

Please note: After completing two years of sport study you may choose to graduate with a diploma in Sport Administration.

If you hold a diploma or degree, you may wish to explore the two-semester Sport Business Management graduate certificate program.

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Program Learning Outcomes

Examine the role of management in organizations and apply those skills to the sport industry.
Apply marketing concepts to the sport industry.
Assess the political, sociological, economic, historical and ethical parameters that influence sport.
Develop and apply personal and professional ethics.
Explain the structure, governance and operations of sport organizations.
Apply accounting knowledge and skills to the operation of sport business.
Develop attitudes, skills and knowledge for career success in a workplace environment.
Establish a personal and professional career plan.
Plan, execute, and evaluate events.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U) (minimum 60 per cent)
Grade 11 mathematics (C, M or U)

Courses

The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyCampus.

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Fieldwork - Sport (FWK 4313)

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2020-21 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes. Students should refer to their timetable for the most up-to-date course information.

Costs

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Event/game day coordinator
Facility manager
Program coordinator
Sport marketing coordinator
Sporting goods professional
Account executive
Brand manager
Team operations manager

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

Amateur sport associations and organizations
Community sport programs, facilities, clubs and events
College and university athletics departments
Professional sport teams and leagues
Sporting goods manufacturers, distributors and retailers
Private and public sport facilities
Sport and event partners, agencies, sponsors and media

Field Placement

Advanced diploma students will have their learning experience complemented by a 500-hour field placement in the final semester of the program. Assistance in securing a position is provided by faculty.

Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

Qualifying graduates of the advanced diploma Sport Management program with a minimum grade point average of 3.5 can apply directly to third year of the Bachelor of Human Kinetics (Sport Management) program at the University of Windsor.
Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions. Sample diploma-to-degree opportunities include:

Advanced Diploma graduates may also be eligible to apply their academic credits to:

Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

Technology Recommendations

To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

Processor: i3
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
Internet connection