The Postgraduate: Graduate Certificate in Sport Management (GCSM) is ideal for aspiring individuals who wish to gain management and governance positions in the sport industry.
The Postgraduate: Graduate Certificate in Sport Management (GCSM) is ideal for aspiring individuals who wish to gain management and governance positions in the sport industry.
The GCSM has been developed following extensive consultation to provide a post-graduate education that aligns with industry requirements and expectations. The emphasis is on equipping students with the skills and knowledge required to add value in a management role in the sport industry.
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Aspiring senior executives in the sport industry:
3 months on a full time load (4 units in one quadmester of 10 weeks) or the part time equivalent
The units will be delivered online, providing flexibility to tailor your study to your individual timetables. Academics will also be available for one-to-one discussion and support.
The Graduate Certificate in Sport Management can be completed in less than three months via full-time online study. Part-time study is also an option, to assist students in balancing work or other commitments.

This course is FEE-HELP approved for domestic students.
For information on fees and funding, click here.
There are four core units:
Each unit will run over a 10-week period (a session). The units are delivered online providing flexibility for you to balance work and study commitments. Academics will also be available for one-to-one discussion and support.
This course is for individuals working towards management roles in the sport industry. You will have to meet the following requirements:
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Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is Australia's leading sport education provider that is renowned for its specialist accredited degree and diploma programs.
We offer a range of degree and diploma courses in sport, football, health, education, and dance.
Gear up for success at ACPE and turn your passion for sport into a career:
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Located at Sydney Olympic Park, we are surrounded by sport organisations and industry partners presenting opportunities at our doorstep. We are FEE-HELP approved and not ATAR dependent. Turn your passion for sport into a career. Why go anywhere else?
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