Sport and Leisure Management
Study postgraduate sport and leisure management at La Trobe University
It is estimated that over 13 million Australians participated in sport, recreation and physical activity for exercise in 2004. (Source: SCORS 2005). On average, sport is practised once a week (Source: ABS 2002).
Our preoccupation with sport is also evident by the seven million members of Australia's peak industry sporting body, Sport Industry Australia. Representatives range from sport businesses to governing organisations and their members (Source: Tourism Council, 2003 Sport Employment Australia).
Gain the competitive advantage - with sport management courses at La Trobe. Our undergraduate program is designed to provide students with a solid business foundation, combined with specialist sport and leisure management units. Students can specialise in sport marketing, sponsorship, elite athlete management, facility and event management and sports governance. Our postgraduate degrees prepare students for professional employment in the industry or build upon current knowledge and experience.
La Trobe graduates hold positions with councils, sport governance organisations (Cricket Australia, Football Victoria) and Melbourne Stadiums, such as Telstra Dome.
Graduate Diploma (Sport and Leisure Management)
This course provides professional studies in sport and leisure management for graduates from any discipline. The course prepares students for professional employment in the sport and leisure industry. It provides a flexible course structure to suit student's individual requirements, allowing them to expand on previous studies and vocational experiences.
Career opportunities
Employment in the Australian sport and leisure industry continues to grow - recording a 35% increases in jobs for the year ending 2003* (*Source: Australian Sports Commission, 2003). Positions include the management and coordination of the facilities of: the major sporting codes, health and fitness centres, elite athletes and teams; major sporting events and venues, sponsorship and marketing; government organisations and in the apparel and merchandising companies. Given the international nature of the industry, graduates also have an increasing range of overseas opportunities.
Course information
This course is offered at the following campuses: Bendigo; Melbourne (Bundoora)
How to apply
Local students apply by direct application to the Faculty of Law and Management.
Information for international students
The following section helps assist international applicants in locating the course information and required application procedures.
