Bachelor of Sports Management/ Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management - MGMG01
| Course Code: | MGMG01 |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 1 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | Canberra Business School Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
| UAC Code: | 365184 |
| CRICOS Code: | 099016G |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Manage sports events great and small
Use your personality, creative ideas and passion for all things sport to become a sports events manager game changer with the UC Bachelor of Sports Management-Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management double degree.
This unique course will give you a strong working knowledge of sports management theory and practice and combine these with the key elements of events and tourism management to create a highly engaging and challenging career pathway. You’ll learn how to create, produce, promote and manage world class events covering sports, festivals, conventions, meetings and community activities.
The course will also give you unprecedented access to leaders in sport, industry experts and multiple opportunities so you can gain valuable hands on experience through placement opportunities at some of Australia’s leading sports and event management companies.
Study a Bachelor of Sports Management and Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management at UC and you will:
- build strong knowledge of contemporary sports management theory and practice
- explore complementary disciplines such as sports media, marketing, advertising strategy and promotions
- apply a conceptual understanding and a practical orientation in events and tourism management
- critique and apply the management skills necessary to function effectively, strategically and ethically in management and entrepreneurial roles in the event and tourism management sectors
- apply critical and creative thinking to address current issues in event and tourism contexts
- critically evaluate and apply sustainability principles
- build strong professional networks with current academic and professional leaders in sport and event management
- participate in multiple work placement opportunities.
Career opportunity
As a UC Bachelor of Sports Management/Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management graduate you’ll be exposed to employment opportunities all over the world. With the tourism and sports industry continuing to grow, the need for qualified and experienced people to create and manage events designed to engage and attract audience from all demographics is also expected to increase globally. Some potential job opportunites could include:
- event manager
- conference center manager
- marketing manager
- festival program manager
- campaign manager
- sponsorship and events coordinator
- coach
- club manager
- wedding planner
- travel consultant
- tourism policy officer
- local government economic development manager
- tourism research consultant
- attraction or club manager
- hotel manager
- sports management and operations
- sports marketing, media and public relations
- sponsorship management
- sports agent
- advisory and policy roles in the public and private sector
- education and research.
Enquiries
- Current and Commencing Students
- In person Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
Admission Requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Additional Admission Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
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Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Sports Management | B SportsMgt |
| Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management | B Event&TrsmMgt |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Sports Management | Bachelor of Event and Tourism Management |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
The University offers a wide range of delivery options to help you balance study with other commitments. Units within this degree may be available to be studied in the following delivery modes:
UC - Canberra, Bruce
| Flexible: | The unit combines online study with optional on-campus, face to face activities. |
| Placement: | The unit involves an internship, practicum or other work place experience program. Some on-campus, face to face activity may also be required. |
| On Campus: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours. |
| Online: | The unit is studied completely online. On-campus, face to face interaction is not required. |
To find out more about delivery modes that are available for units in this course please visit
Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CSP | $29,000 |
The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Professional Accreditation
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| Refer to individual courses. | - |
Course Duration
Standard 4 years full-time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Honours
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Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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