Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
2 years
Dynamic - applied learning for future leaders in sport management
Start in September, January or May
ճtwo-year program is designed to provide learners with a solid foundation in sport management, along with the knowledge skills and attitudes necessary to succeed in entry level sport management careers.
At Camosun
The Centre for Sport & Exercise Education offers innovative programming in the areas of Sport Management, Exercise & Wellness, Kinesiology, Athletic & Exercise Therapy, Massage Therapy and Adventure Education. As a Sport Managementstudent, you will become an integral part of the Centre for Sport & Exercise Education (CSEE).
Is sport management right for you?
Sport management careers include sport related business, leadership, event, program and project development and management positions. These roles are based in not-for-profit, corporate and community sports environments that include national, provincial, local and municipal sport and recreation organizations. If you're passionate about sport, Camosun'ssport managementprograms could be right for you.
Internships and volunteering
You will be giventhe opportunity to put your skills to work in the real world with internship and volunteer hours throughout your program. This is a great way to explore career opportunities in the sport management field and gain valuable experience to increase your employability. Some of our students have donetheir internships withǰhere on campus and a number of sport organizations in the greater Victoria area including the Victoria Royals, Pacific FC, Rugby Canada, Triathlon Canada and more! Find out about sport management internship and volunteering opportunities from our.
International experiences
Camosun has previously offered exchanges and field study opportunities that combinelearning with exploring a new country and culture. Our students have participated in exchanges to Wales, Czech Republic, Netherlands and several other countries. For more information, please check out Camosun'sopportunities. If you are an international student, please check out.
After graduation
Employment opportunities
Diploma graduates will be prepared with a solid foundation in sport management along with necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in entry level sport management careers including facility, resource and event management opportunities.
Further study
Graduates of the diploma can continue in year 3 of the Bachelor of Sport Management program at Camosun.
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
What to expect
Management skills for the business of sport
Sport and business management theory and skills, combined with applied learning experiences prepare graduates to practice ethically, responsibly and professionally in the sport management industry.Applied learning focused on management; event and program design, delivery and assessment; facility and resource management; organizational leadership; athlete and coach development; and sport as a vehicle for change.
Year 1
You will build a solid foundation ofbusiness and sport management theory and skills with topics such as: Business communications; information technology; leadership and organization of sport; and the business of sport.
Year 2
You will take a deeper dive into topics such as: Accounting; law; marketing; adapted sport and physical activity; coaching; facility operations and event management with the option of an internship.
After completion of all courses in the first two years, you can exit with a diploma and/or continue into your third and fourth year of study to complete your degree.
A rewarding career
Recreation, sports and fitness program directors in BC* of$52,700depending on employer and seniority.
*2018 Job Bank Wage data
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Sport Management, Diploma
$8,540 (domestic)
$32,864 (international)
Sport Management, Diploma, Internship designation
$9,340 (domestic)
$35,142 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission requirements
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When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
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Program Participation Requirements
- Some courses in this program will require math as a pre-requisite (e.g. “C” in Pre-calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 11,ǰ; or “C+” inǰ). Students may enter this program without Math, but must complete one of the Math courses listed above or successfully complete Camosun’s Math assessment in or before their first semester of study.
- will require English 12 with a C+ or higher as a pre-requisite (e.g. C+ in English 12, C+ in English First Peoples 12, C in). Students may enter this program with a C in English 12, but must complete one of the English courses listed above or successfully complete Camosun’s English assessment to meet the prerequisite for.
Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact us today!
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your Sport Management classes contactsported@camosun.ca.
Faculty
91AV is proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students' individual journeys.
Please see our continuing faculty below. For a full list of our faculty, please visit our CSEE contact page.
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Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
Contact information
Centre for Sport and Exercise Education
Campus location
Pacific Institute for Sport Education building (PISE), room 306
Location link
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