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Diploma of Sport / Diploma of Leadership and Management (SIS50321 / BSB50420)

It’s time to kick off your career in sport with the Gold Coast’s first fully integrated education and sports industry program, delivered in partnership between the Gold Coast SUNS and TAFE Queensland. 

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The year-long Diploma of Sport and Diploma of Leadership and Management (SIS50321 / BSB50420) course will take place at the clubs’ world class facilities at Heritage Bank Stadium and the Carrara Sports precinct. You will build the skills and knowledge you need to manage people, build relationships, networks and teams in sport, and become a better leader.

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This unique opportunity allows you to learn within the four walls of an elite AFL club and connect with industry experts, engaging with staff, players and coaches from the Gold Coast SUNS. On top of the immersive learning content, you will have access to 100 hours of work-integrated learning across various departments within the Gold Coast SUNS and AFL Queensland businesses to supercharge your resume.

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By completing the Diploma of Sport / Diploma of Leadership and Management (SIS50321 / BSB50420), you will receive up to one year of university credit towards select undergraduate degrees. Additionally, the Gold Coast SUNS intend to hire two graduates from each completing cohort to take up roles within the club.
 

Not only that, but this partnership unlocks opportunities to:

Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB50420)

Core
BSBPEF502

Develop and use emotional intelligence

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

BSBLDR523 

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

BSBTWK502 

Manage team effectiveness

BSBCMM511 

Communicate with influence

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

Electives
SITXHRM009

Lead and manage people

BSBHRM531

Coordinate health and wellness programs

BSBOPS504

Manage business risk

SITXMGT006

Manage projects

BSBPEF501

Manage personal and professional development

BSBOPS501

Manage Business Resources

Diploma of Sport (SIS50321)

Core
SITXHRM009 

Lead and manage people

BSBOPS504 

Manage business risk

HLTWHS003  

Maintain work health and safety

Electives
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

SISSSCO004

Plan, conduct and review coaching programs

SISSSCO007

Apply sport psychology principles

SISSSCO008 

Apply anti-doping policies

SISSSCO011

Manage integrity in sport

BSBPEF502

Develop and use emotional intelligence

BSBCRT511

Develop critical thinking in others

BSBHRM531

Coordinate health and wellness programs

SITXMGT006

Manage projects

SISSSCO003

Meet participant coaching needs

BSBOPS502

Manage business operational plans

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