BA (Hons) Business and Enterprise in Sport

At the successful completion of this programme you will be able to: Understand the involvement of sport science in the development of athletes across different levels, i.e. junior, youth and elite. Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the application of key areas of: leadership; management; and financial and organisational processes; to both sport and enterprise. Demonstrate the ability to identify, reflect upon and access opportunities for enterprise within the world of sport, and take advantage of experience, contacts and sporting profile to support enterprising endeavours more widely. Develop an extensive portfolio of work-based learning experiences aligned to individual career aspirations. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and to make use of a wide range of media and digital tools. The overarching aim of the programme is to underpin your extensive practical experience of elite sport with a knowledge of theoretical and scientific principles whilst simultaneously developing knowledge of fundamental operational areas of business and enterprise. You will be required to consider areas of commonalty between these disciplines and the resulting opportunities for employability and enterprise. Fundamental to this approach is the embedding of volunteering and work-based learning opportunities at each level of the programme, giving you the opportunity to continuously reflect upon your current knowledge and experience and to develop these in a direction aligned to individual career aspirations. Subjects include: Year 1: Please note there is currently no year 1 entry for /, but applications are invited for year 2 entry from athletes and support staff who can demonstrate appropriate learning experiences and knowledge. Please see the entry requirements tab for more information. Year 2: Work-Based Learning for Youth Sport ( credits - *flexible module, see below) Introduction to Sport and Business Psychology Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise Business and Management Challenges Accounting for Business Year 3: Stress, Performance and Behaviour Work-Based Learning for Elite Sport ( credits - *flexible module, see below) Leadership and Funding in Sport Business Growth Issues Direct and Digital Marketing Year 4: (Subject to demand) Performance, Development and Expertise Work Based Learning Project ( credits) Business Strategy and Sustainable Development Leadership in a Changing Environment *This module allows you to undertake appropriate professional qualifications, (e.g. strength and conditioning, coaching or other relevant qualifications aligned to your chosen career path) in place of the practical workplace experience. Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.