Sport Governance (Postgraduate Certificate) (Distance Learning option) - 2013/2014 entry
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Overview
This programme introduces you to issues of governance and regulation and how they apply in the sport industry. It provides you with a thorough introduction to theoretical issues in corporate governance and sport economics, and links these to the governance and regulation of sport in practice.
The programme is ideally suited to the needs of executives within football clubs and media organisations, officers of football and sport regulatory bodies, members of supporters' organisations and local government officials with responsibilities in the leisure field. It will also appeal to those with a general interest in the sport, football and media industries.
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Why study this course at Birkbeck?
- Demonstrate an understanding of the 'peculiar economics' of the sport industry.
- Explain the need for appropriate forms of regulation in the sport industry.
- Acquire the learning and research skills, and competencies, that are viewed as transferable and career-enhancing.
- Opportunity to progress to the MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football.
- Watch our video: postgraduate management courses at Birkbeck.
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Course structure
You will take the following four core modules:
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Further study opportunities
Successful completion of the Postgraduate Certificate will enable progression to the MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football.
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Careers information
Graduates go on to careers in sports clubs, governing bodies, retail or the media.
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Apply now
- Application deadlines and interviews
- As early as possible, but no later than September.
- Online application
You can apply online from the link below.
- Application deadlines and interviews