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Overview

In this subject you will develop your skills as a leader in the sport industry. You will be introduced to the key leadership and governance trends and issues impacting local, regional, national and international sport organisations. You will utilise relevant theories and concepts to critically examine current practices.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

Subject coordinator

Geoff Dickson

Subject type

Postgraduate

Year level

Year Level 5 - Masters

AQF level

Level 9 - Masters Degree

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Critically examine the contribution of leadership to effective sport organisations
2.
Critically examine the systemic governance of the sport industry
3.
Critically examine the applications of corporate governance best practices to sport organisations

Learning activities

The systemic governance content will be delivered using case studies, lectures, small group activities, and guest lectures from industry leaders.