Dual Diploma of Sport (Coaching) / Diploma of Project Management
Dual Diploma of Sport (Coaching) / Diploma of Project Management(22 units)
Deliver the game on and off the field.
This dual qualification combines the tactical and leadership elements of sport coaching with the strategic and operational skills of project management - giving you the tools to design, plan and deliver sporting projects, events and programs from concept to game day.
Course overview
Build a dynamic career at the intersection of sport, business, and project delivery through this exclusive partnership with the Parramatta Eels. Designed for those who want to lead teams, coordinate events, and manage projects within elite sporting organisations, this dual diploma equips you with the practical and leadership skills to make sport happen - from game day to community activation.
Through real-world learning experiences with the Parramatta Eels, you’ll gain unique insights into how a professional NRL club operates - exploring areas such as event delivery, player development, sponsorship activations, and high-performance operations. You’ll learn how to plan and deliver projects that bring sport to life, while developing the communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills that employers demand.
Throughout your studies, you'll:
Develop and Manage Projects through the Full Project Lifecycle for Sports and Event Delivery (including scope, scheduling, cost management and stakeholder engagement)
Coordinate Logistics for Game Days and Tournaments
Manage Risk, Quality and Stakeholder Engagement in a Sporting Environment
Apply Leadership and Communication Skills to Motivate Teams and Achieve Results
Our experienced educators - alongside Eels staff and mentors - bring real-world insights from both sport management and project delivery, ensuring you graduate with practical, industry-relevant knowledge. Successful completion of this dual qualification will give you the skills to take the lead in sport operations, coaching coordination, events and project management - on and off the field.
What can I do with this dual diploma?
Sport Development Manager
Community Coach
High Performance Coach
Project Administrator
Project Manager
Project Team Leader
Project Leader
According to the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service, there are expected to be around 60,000 job openings for contract, program and project administrators over the next five years. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who can communicate effectively and manage relationships - the exact skills you’ll build through this program and your experience with the Parramatta Eels.
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