Diploma in Sport Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma in Sport Management is a 360-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Sport subfield. It is focused on the management and organisational side of sport rather than on athletic performance alone. The qualification’s registration position should be verified before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in the organisational, administrative and management aspects of sport, including those exploring work in sport-related environments. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further exploration of sport-management and sport-administration work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Organisation and coordination in a sport-management context
- Management-oriented planning
- Administrative thinking related to sport environments
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Sport Management
- SAQA ID
- 101170
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Sport
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 101170, NQF level and credit value against current official records before paying fees or enrolling.