Sport Business Management (graduate certificate)

Program Overview

Designed for students with previous post-secondary education, this program is a fast-track to the sport industry. Sport business management is recognized as a distinct enterprise that requires specific skills, knowledge, attitudes and experience.

Students gain advanced, intensive training through one semester of academics and one semester of field placement.

With a commitment to personal and professional achievement, the program also offers numerous networking opportunities and a variety of experiential learning options to prepare you for your chosen career.

Admission Requirements

Diploma or degree
Proof of English language proficiency required

A minimum of three years of related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
Proof of English language proficiency required

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $3,272 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,872 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

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Full-semester Field Placement

Industry Networking

Graduate certificate

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 co-ordinator
Facility manager
Program co-ordinator
Sport marketing agency representative
Sporting goods professional
Account executive
Brand manager
Team operations manager

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Program Details

Aimed at college and university graduates, the Sport Business Management graduate certificate program is a fast-track to the sport industry. The sport industry is recognized as a distinct enterprise that requires specific skills, knowledge, attitudes and experience best obtained through the academic process achieved by enrolling in this program.

It provides advanced and intensive training through one semester of academics and one semester of field placement.

With a commitment to personal and professional achievement, the program also offers a student-led sport conference, numerous networking opportunities and a variety of experiential learning options to prepare you for your chosen career.

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Program Learning Outcomes

Identify and develop competencies in the behaviours and skills of effective managers.
Develop and execute a personal and professional career development plan and strategy.
Apply financial knowledge and skills to the operation of sport business.
Link theory to application through educational and practical opportunities.
Plan, execute and evaluate events.
Apply sales and marketing concepts to the sport industry.

Admission Requirements

Diploma or degree
Proof of English language proficiency required

A minimum of three years of related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
Proof of English language proficiency required

Applicants whose first language is not English or who are internationally educated in a non‐English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

Applicants may choose to attend a voluntary interview/information session.

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

Field Placement - SBMT (FWK 4305)

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 co-ordinator
Facility manager
Program co-ordinator
Sport marketing agency representative
Sporting goods professional
Account executive
Brand manager
Team operations manager

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

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

Field Placement

Your learning experience will be complemented by a 500-hour field placement as part of your program. Assistance in securing this position is provided by faculty.

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

Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk or the school office.

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Sport Business Management (graduate certificate)

Program Overview

Admission Requirements

Tuition

Semester 1 Courses

Technology recommendations

Intakes and Availability

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Program Details

In The News

Program Learning Outcomes

Admission Requirements

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Costs

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

Field Placement

Technology Recommendations

Sport Business Management (graduate certificate) in the news

Helpful Resources

Durham College Viewbook

2021-22 Program Guide

Graduate Employment Report [PDF]