Course Details Summary:

What is Sport Management?

Sport Management is a broad term that covers a wide range of aspects, from the actual coaching or physical participation in sport to the administrative tasks involved behind the scenes. Students would not only gain experience in practical sports training but also in organising and administering events, marketing and finance management, customer care and team management, and screening and dealing with special needs. By obtaining a qualification in this field, students would therefore learn more not only about the scientific side of sports and fitness but also about the managerial skills one needs when planning and conducting sports or recreational activities. Furthermore, eta allows students to choose certain specialisation modules to develop additional skills that could be to their advantage when entering the fitness industry.

Why should I study Sport Management?

The vast job opportunities within the field of Sports and Fitness make this qualification a very sought after programme. It would allow you entry into schools, sport clubs, private institutions, the fitness industry and even your own business, as the possibilities in Sport Management are endless. Whether you prefer working on the sport field itself by coaching teams and being involved in physical activities or prefer to be involved in the managerial side of things such as organising tournaments and sport related events, a qualification in Sport Management would give you insight into all these related aspects. This course provides you with a perfect balance between theory and practical experience, so if you’re interested in working in a sporting environment, enrol for the eta National Certificate: Sport Management today!

Is Sport Management the RIGHT qualification for you?

Complete this quick and easy questionnaire to find out if the eta National Certificate: Sport Management is the right qualification for you. Answer either YES or NO.

• Are you interested in biology, physiology, sociology and fitness?
• Would you like to learn more about the legal implications of sport management and how to improve your skills in public relations?
• Do you wish to register for a course that gives you both practical and theoretical experience in sport management?
• Are you a natural leader that can take social responsibility and act as a mentor to others?
• Do you want to develop your skills in sport, recreation and fitness management?
• Are you considering a career in sport planning or the fitness industry?
• Do you need a Certificate which is recognised by industry both inside and outside South Africa?
• Do you wish to obtain a qualification that will be a useful tool in advancing your career in sport and/or fitness?
• Do you consider yourself to be a team player and a people’s person?

If you answered YES to more than five of these questions, then the eta National Certificate: Sport Management is the right qualification for you. We recommend that you register for this course right away! Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step.

Or, are you still unsure? We recommend that you speak to one of our friendly Student Registrars who will be able to answer any questions you have. Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 so that we can help you choose the course that is right for YOU.

Other Sports and Fitness Related Courses You May Be Interested In

• National Certificate: Coaching Science
• National Certificate: Coaching Science
• National Certificate: Fitness
• National Certificate: Fitness – Exercise Specialist
• National Certificate: Fitness – Sport Conditioning

Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to find out how you can register for one of these courses.

Course Structure Summary

In order to complete the eta National Certificate: Sport Management, students must complete all of the following Subjects:

Orientation Subject

• Tactics for Winning

First year Modules

• Screening Skills for Physical Activity
• Sport Sociology
• Business and Finance Management
• Sport Event Management
• Facility Management
• Managing Special Needs in Sport
• Team Management and Logistics

Assessment and Award

Once you have successfully completed the necessary assignments prescribed by College SA, you may apply to write the examinations with the eta. Upon successful completion of your exams, you will be awarded with the National Certificate – Sport Management.

After each successfully completed subject, students can contact the College to receive a Subject Completion Certificate.

Important Exam Information

Distance learning students follow a different exam procedure than full or part time students, as exams are not written in a classroom but rather online. How does this work? Well, whenever you are ready to write your exam, you simply send an email to the eta to request the paper. As soon as the eta receives your request, they will send you the exam paper electronically.

The eta is automatically notified once you have received the paper, so a timer would be activated. You must then complete the question paper and send it back within 12 hours of receipt. The question paper would only take you approximately 2 hours to complete, but we will allow you extra time to make sure that you filled in everything.

If you do not send the completed exam paper back within 12 hours after receiving it, the paper becomes invalid. You have then missed the deadline and would only have one other opportunity for reassessment.

PLEASE NOTE: You can only request papers between Monday and Friday and at all times you need to return it within 12 hours after receiving it. The eta also needs at least 24 hours written notice before they can send you the question paper, so you need to request it at least a day or two before you wish to write the exam.


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Course Structure – Detailed Overview

Orientation Subject

• Tactics for Winning

1. A College SA initiative to help you get orientated and organised with regards to your studies

First year Modules

• Screening Skills for Physical Activity

1. Principles of physical activity
2. Personal growth and development
3. Risk screening

• Sport Sociology

1. Diversity and equity
2. Applying sport sociology

• Business and Finance Management

1. Business management
2. Finance management
3. Business communication
4. Principles of marketing
5. Customer care

• Sport Event Management

1. Planning events
2. Organising and administering events
3. Managing volunteers
4. Health and safety

• Facility Management

1. Governance in sport
2. Sustainable sport organisations
3. Managing a sport or recreation facility
4. Facility maintenance

• Managing Special Needs in Sport

1. HIV in sport
2. Managing participants with disabilities

• Team Management and Logistics

1. Team ethics
2. Team management and logistics
3. Athlete public relations and media liaison

Handy Checklist

For your convenience, we are including a handy checklist so that you can be sure that you have all the information that you need. Don’t forget, if you have absolutely any questions, please contact the College on 0800 21 23 22 to speak to one of friendly Student Registrars.

Course Fees – get this from your Student Registrar.


Study Material – ALL the books and Study Material that you need to pass this Course (the Prescribed material) are included in your College Course Fees.


Exam Fees – this is already included in your Course Fees.

Did you know?

If you are in a hurry to start your studies, you can request to have your study material sent to you via Courier! This means that you will get everything that you need to start studying VERY quickly. Phone the College NOW and request the Courier option - 0800 21 23 22.

Interested? Want to find out MORE?

If you would like to find out more about the eta National Certificate: Sport Management, fill in this short Form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and will provide you with all the information you need.

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