SCHOOL OF SPORT AND FITNESS
DIPLOMA IN SPORT MANAGEMENT
3 YEARS (FULL TIME) I SAQA IDENTITY NUMBER: 97883 I NQF LEVEL: 6 I CREDITS: 360
Start an invigorating journey into the world of sport with our Diploma in Sport Management. Over three years, you’ll delve into sport science, management, and coaching subjects, blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience. You’ll gain expertise in managing and marketing sport events, conducting fitness assessments, and understanding sport psychology. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared for diverse roles such as Sport Facility Manager, Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, or Sport Coach, ready to tackle the dynamic challenges of the sporting industry.
Who should enrol?
- Who wish to pursue a career in the sport, recreation, and movement development industry
- Enthusiastic about promoting a healthy lifestyle for both children and adults
- Aspiring to own and manage a franchise in sport, fitness, or movement development
Admission requirements
- A NSC with a diploma pass (D) or an equivalent local school leaving qualification such as an NCV with diploma admission
- Alternatively, in the case of international school leaving qualifications, a SAQA level 4 evaluation
Skills you will have after completing this programme
- Management and marketing of sport and fitness events
- Conducting fitness tests and health assessments
- Understanding the significance of Sport Psychology
- Engaging in recreational activities and recognizing the benefits of an active lifestyle
- Creating lesson plans and interacting with young children
Career opportunities
- Sport Facility Manager
- Gymnasium Manager
- Personal Trainer
- Fitness Instructor
- Sport Coach
- Sport Referee
- Sport Team Manager
- Movement Development Facilitator
- Sport and Event Organiser
- Entrepreneur
Curriculum
Year 1
- Sport Management
- Sport Science
- Fitness Science
- Sport Marketing
- Coaching Methodology
- Recreation
- Movement Development
Year 2
- Sport Management
- Sport Science
- Fitness Science
- Sport Marketing
- Recreation
- Movement Development
Year 3
- Sport Management
- Sport Science
- Fitness Science
- Recreation
- Sport Psychology
- Movement Development
NewBridge Graduate Institute reserves the right to make changes to the curriculum and/or admission requirements. Fees, textbooks and any special equipment you will need is detailed by the middle of the year on the “Additional costs schedule” available from your closest campus.