Program Overview

Diploma of Leadership and Management / Diploma of Sport

Course Overview

Take your career in the sports industry to the next level with this dual qualification, delivered in partnership with peak sporting organisations. Build the skills and knowledge you need to manage people, relationships, networks and teams in sport, and become a better leader.

What You'll Study

• Strengthen your potential for a career in the sports industry with this dual qualification, delivered in partnership with peak sporting organisations and TAFE Queensland.
• According to the Australian Government's labour markets insights Service there is strong future growth predicted for this industry with increasing demand for qualified sports coaches, instructors and officials with over 44,000 positions expected by 2026.
• In this qualification you'll cover coaching fundamentals including how to plan and deliver coaching programs for high-performing athletes, apply sport psychology principles, and coordinate health and wellness programs.
• In addition, you'll develop essential sports industry skills including managing risk, leading and managing people, and maintaining workplace health and safety.
• Taking your skills to the next level, you'll also be mentored in team leadership and management, discover how to utilise emotional intelligence to maximise outcomes, and learn how to develop and implement effective projects and business operational plans.

Career Outcomes

• Sport Development Manager
• High Performance Coach
• Talent Manager
• Business Manager
• Manager

Course Outcome

• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport

Academy of Sport

TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport promotes excellence by equipping up-and-coming Queensland athletes and sports industry professionals with the right tools to pursue success within the sporting industry. TAFE Queensland facilitates Academy of Sport programs in partnership with peak sporting organisations, schools and clubs across Queensland.

Work-Integrated Learning

This dual diploma combines theory with a range of work-integrated learning opportunities. Through this partnership you will not only have access to elite sport facilities, but you'll also have the opportunity to complete 100 hours of hands-on work experience.

What You'll Study

Core Units

• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • BSBCMM511 Communicate with influence
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
  • BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
  • BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport
  • BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
  • HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
  • SITXHRM003 Lead and manage people

Elective Units

• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
  • BSBHRM531 Coordinate health and wellness programs
  • BSBOPS501 Manage business resources
  • BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
  • BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development
  • SITXHRM003 Lead and manage people
  • SITXMGT006 Manage projects
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport
  • BSBCRT511 Develop critical thinking in others
  • BSBHRM531 Coordinate health and wellness programs
  • BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
  • BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • SISSSCO011 Manage integrity in sport
  • SITXMGT003 Manage projects
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport - Workforce electives
  • BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
  • CHCVOL004 Manage volunteer workforce development
  • SISSSCO008 Apply anti-doping policies
  • SISXICT001 Select and use technology for sport, fitness and recreation work
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport - Coaching specialisation electives
  • SISSSCO003 Meet participant coaching needs
  • SISSSCO004 Plan, conduct and review coaching programs
  • SISSSCO007 Apply sport psychology principles
  • SISSSCO008 Apply anti-doping policies
• SIS50321 Diploma of Sport - General electives
  • CHCVOL004 Manage volunteer workforce development
  • SISSSCO003 Meet participant coaching needs
  • SISSSCO007 Apply sport psychology principles
  • SISXIND006 Conduct sport, fitness or recreation events

Ways to Study

• On campus
• On campus with some online

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane
• Gold Coast
• New South Wales

Campus Information

• Brisbane Lions - Brighton Homes Arena
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 14 Jul 2025
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Subsidised: $14,850, Full fee: $26,000
• Brisbane Broncos - Clive Berghofer Centre
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 14 Jul 2025
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: Workforce: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Subsidised: $14,850, Full fee: $26,000
• Brisbane Bullets - South Brisbane
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 27 Jan 2026
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: Coaching: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Full fee: $26,000
• Queensland Cricket - Allan Border Field
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 27 Jan 2026
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: Coaching: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Full fee: $26,000
• Brisbane Broncos - Clive Berghofer Centre
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 27 Jan 2026
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: Coaching: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Full fee: $26,000
• Gold Coast Suns - Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 14 Jul 2025
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Subsidised: $14,850, Full fee: $26,000
• Manly Warringah Sea Eagles - Penn Centre of Excellence
  • On campus with some online
  • Start date: 14 Jul 2025
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Workload: Coaching: 2 days per week face-to-face plus 1 day per week online support
  • What you'll pay: Full fee: $22,000

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment
• VET Student Loan - 1 x $18,838 and 1 x $12,557 cap

Entry Requirements

• There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

• You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing appropriate general fitness attire and enclosed shoes.
• You may be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items.
• You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit.
• It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Important Information

• Information Sessions: Prospective students please register your interest below for upcoming information sessions to find out more about the course.
• Additional activities included in this program include:
  • 100 hours of work-based placement within the relevant industry partner’s organisation.
  • Exposure to the relevant industry partners organisation operations, fan engagement, membership operations, community engagement, marketing and media communications, events, clinics and more.
  • Guest presentations from the relevant industry partners organisations staff, coaches, and players
  • Networking opportunities with staff at the relevant industry partner’s organisation.
• Location and timetable:
  • Face-to-face classes for 2 days a week are held at the industry partners’ headquarters.
  • Virtual classes or self-directed time for approximately 6 hours per week.
  • Prep reading and assessment completion for approximately 8 hours per week.

Assessment Methods

• Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course.
• You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

• If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there.
• In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

• Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know.
• We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.