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Sport Business Management

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Program Code: SB511
Credential: Ontario Graduate Certificate
Start Dates: September
Program Length: 3 semesters

Program Overview

Humber’s Sport Business Management graduate certificate program prepares you for employment within the broader areas of sport, with particular emphasis on management in the industry. You will develop knowledge and skills in areas such as the structure and functionality of the Canadian sport industry, sport marketing, sales, sponsorship, communications, sport hosting, event planning and management. You will also learn practical business, human resources and administrative skills to pursue a career in the industry.

Courses Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:

  1. Communicate information related to sport business persuasively, accurately and credibly in oral, written and graphic forms.
  2. Apply computer skills and knowledge to support sport business management functions.
  3. Develop strategies for successful sponsorship programs and create and implement sport sponsorship packages.
  4. Identify, analyze and develop advanced management competencies.
  5. Analyze the impact of various international economic, legal, cultural, geographical and political systems on national and international sport organizations.
  6. Identify and analyze areas of civil law and governance that are relevant to the sport industry.
  7. Develop ongoing strategies and plans to enhance personal and professional growth and promote development as sport professional executives.
  8. Apply accounting and financial management skills to the analysis and management of a sport organization or enterprise.
  9. Effectively manage the development of staff and volunteers to optimize their contribution to a sport organization, enterprise or event.
  10. Transfer theoretical understanding to work in a variety of sport organizations, practicing as a competent, professional sport manager who respects legal and ethical standards.
  11. Research, analyze and systematically solve problems and make decisions using higher order thinking skills to develop strategies to meet information needs of internal and external sport stakeholders.
  12. Participate in the development and execution of sport business plans and manage risk.
  13. Create, plan, bid and implement sport and special events which respond to identified needs and maximize the delivery of the personal, social, environmental, and economic benefits of sport tourism.
  14. Develop and execute a strategic sport marketing plan including marketing objectives, marketing mix, strategies, budgetary considerations and evaluation criteria.
  15. Develop customer service strategies to meet the needs of all internal and external sport business customers and partners.
  16. Develop and implement selling strategies for both spectator and participant driven sport events.


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Work Placement

The work placement consists of two components and occurs across industry sectors including professional and amateur sport, sport governing bodies, sport marketing and event management companies, and community and private sector sport organizations. The placement provides valuable experience and industry contacts. The first component which takes place in the winter semester is concurrent with coursework and is a minimum of 210 hours. The second component takes place in the summer semester and is six weeks in length and a minimum of 35 hours per week.

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Apply now for your first Graduate Certificate and get the opportunity for early admittance* into a second program in the following year. Stack your education to potentially earn credits that will lessen your course load in year two, allowing you to work or spend more time immersing yourself in Canadian culture! Extend your stay and double your employability skills through two work terms across two business programs. The extra year of studies will give you qualifications for a potential 3-year postgraduate work permit.

Faculty Led Study Tours

On the IMG Academy trip, students will train in a world-class athletic facility and learn from industry-experienced professionals in Florida.

Study Abroad

Qualified students in this program may apply to participate in a ten day experiential learning trip including one week at IMG Sport Academy, Florida and an experience with the Dunedin Blue Jays.

Qualified students in this program may also apply to a study abroad service learning trip to contribute to a global community. Past service learning trips were to  Nunavut and Nicaragua.

These trips vary each year and are subject to availability and eligibility requirements. Additional fees apply.

Your Career

Upon graduation, you will be prepared to begin working as a sport business professional. Employment opportunities exist in professional sport, amateur sport, sporting goods, sport facilities, college and university sport, sport communications, event management and sport marketing.

Our graduates find employment in roles such as event co-ordinator, marketing co-ordinator, account executive, sponsorship manager, executive director or program manager, ticket sales supervisor, coaching development co-ordinator, varsity manager, partnerships manager and communications director.

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Program Availability

Start dates between Sept 2023 - Aug 2024
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September 2023 North Open
Start dates between Sept 2023 - Aug 2024
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September 2023 North Open

Real Talks Leadership Summit

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Watch the video to see highlights of the Real Talks Leadership Summit organized by Sport Business Management Students.


Humber Students Benefit from Five Centres of Innovation (COIs)

The Humber Centres of Innovation Network demonstrates our strong commitment to providing an experiential learning environment for students. Students and faculty work with industry partners on real-world challenges to prepare them to become the innovative and strategic problem-solvers of tomorrow. Come to Humber and experience interdisciplinary learning across five COIs.

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News Feed

Students Experience the Business of Sport

Students Experience the Business of Sport

Fri, February 03, 2023

Sport Business Management students visited the National Hockey League (NHL) offices in Toronto to gain valuable insights from executives in professional sport.

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Humber Sport Management Students Team Up With Toronto FC

Humber Sport Management Students Team Up With Toronto FC

Business At Its Best

Mon, December 13, 2021

Toronto FC Sales Account Executive/Humber Sport Business Management Alumni, Maxine Murchie challenged Humber students to develop a Sales Strategy and implement it to sell single tickets.

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Sport Business Management Students Attend Canada's Leading Sports Management Conference

Sport Business Management Students Attend Canada's Leading Sports Management Conference

Thu, January 10, 2019

Every year PrimeTime Sports and Entertainment put together Canada’s leading sports Management Conference.

Last November, 45 of our Sport Business Management students attended the 11th annual PrimeTime Sports Management Conference held in Toronto.

This two-day event welcomed dozens of guest speakers to share their expertise with the attendees. All of the speakers are professionals in the field of sports and entertainment such as Don Cherry, the host of ‘Coaches Corner’ on Hockey Night in Canada and Bill Manning, President of Toronto FC and Toronto Argonauts.

This event was a good opportunity for our students to gain some insight from some of the top experts in the sport and entertainment industry in Canada. In addition, there were several workshops and networking opportunities for them to participate in.

Thank you to our faculty for putting together this amazing opportunity for our students, and to the students for taking advantage of this learning 

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Admissions Questions

General Enquiries

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rick.simone@humber.ca

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Becoming an Apprentice

Find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice.

Contact the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development to register as an apprentice.

Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.

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Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.

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How to Apply

Domestic Students

Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.

To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability, or ontariocolleges.ca.

To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map.

International Students

If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.

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Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

  • Academic

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • A bachelor’s degree, advanced diploma or diploma

    This program is best suited for students who have completed a bachelor's degree in the following areas: Kinesiology, Commerce, Social Science, Communications or a related field.

    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  • English Language Proficiency

    All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

  • International Credit Evaluation

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

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Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

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Fees & Financial Aid

The 2022-2023 fee for three semesters was:

  • domestic: $6,237.46
  • international: $17,618.00

Fees are subject to change.

Fees by Semester

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Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries

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Scholarships

Humber Scholarships

Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.

Humber Bursaries

Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.

External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

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Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.

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Humber Pathways include:

  • Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
  • Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
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