Your learning in this diploma will include interactive classes that engage you in teamwork and leadership, independent research, and presentations, all designed to help you build broad, foundational skills.

Classes will be held face-to-face at the NEC Hangar, and at RMIT’s city campus. Throughout your studies, you will be supported by industry experts and Essendon Football Club staff who will provide an intimate perspective on working in elite sport.

Your assessment in this diploma will take various forms depending on the subjects you undertake. These may include written work, practical demonstrations, presentations, self-directed research and work placement activities.

With access to elite athletes, coaches, EFC staff and mentors, you will be immersed in the operations of an AFL club.  

You'll gain exclusive insights into football, events, member growth and engagement, community programs, facility operations, and match-day operations.

You will undertake 100 hours of voluntary work experience across the EFC and its partner network, giving you access to a variety of experiences and the opportunity to build your network in sport.

Students can expect up to 20 hours of face-to-face classes across three days a week at the NEC Hangar including four days a year on RMIT city campus, plus independent study time. 

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this diploma and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

Your study will cover key areas of business and leadership through the lens of their application to the sporting industry.

Through your studies in this diploma, you will gain insight into the inner workings of the sporting business, including football operations, fan and community engagement, membership operations, marketing and communications, events, clinics and more.