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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • The West Coast Eagles will potentially employ up to two graduate positions from the Diploma in Sport Business each year.

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    Outside of the West Coast Eagles Football Club, potential career pathways from completing the one-year course include (either in a sporting organisation or other business):​

    • Club Membership Officer

    • Commercial Operations Officer 

    • Community Program Coordinator

    • Sport and Recreation Assistant Coordinator

    • Events and Operations Assistant

    • Assistant Community Development Officer  

    • Administrative Assistant

    • Entry-level Manager

    • Sports Marketing Assistant

    • Junior Sport Development Manager 

    • Junior Performance Coach 

  • ECU will be delivering a sport-focused business curriculum culminating in the Diploma in Sport Business. Students need to complete all 8 units listed to receive the qualification. ​

  • By completing the Diploma in Sport Business as part of the West Coast Eagles and ECU partnership, students can apply to enrol in a number of degrees offered by ECU.

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    Graduates will be eligible to be considered for entry to, and apply for credit for, the Bachelor of Global Sport Business Management and Bachelor of Commerce (with a major in Sport Business and/or Event Management). Graduates may also consider the Bachelor of Global Sport Business Management (International) which is a dual degree offered in partnership with the University of Portsmouth in the UK or the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)/Bachelor of Commerce (Sport Business).

     

    ​The Diploma in Sport Business provides graduates with the academic skills to succeed at university but also teaches the practical knowledge and skills to kick-start your career in one of the world’s most exciting and growing industries, sport business and event management.

    • Up to 100 hours of practical, work-ready experience with the West Coast Eagles Football Club.

    • Exposure to West Coast Eagles (AFL, AFLW and WAFL) football operations, fan engagement, membership operations, community engagement, diversity and inclusion programs, marketing and media communications, events, junior clinics and more.

    • Guest presentations from West Coast Eagles Football Club staff, coaches, and players.

    • Networking opportunities with West Coast Eagles Football Club staff. 

  • Please read all of the FAQ’s carefully and if you have further questions please contact us.

  • Year 12 completion or equivalent (with General English grade C or better) or equivalent.

    • Laptop (needs to be brought to all classes). 

    • Access to the internet (outside of class hours).

    • Existing digital skills – Microsoft Office suite.

  • Please attend an information session, or contact us.

  • Face-to-face classes for 2 days a week at the West Coast Eagles Football Club headquarters in Lathlain during the academic semester. Students should also spend at least 7 hours per week preparing for class and working on their assessment per unit, while additional hours will be required during the football season to complete their 100 hours of practical, work-ready experience.

  • Please attend an information session, or contact us.

  • The graduate positions will only be available to students who successfully complete the Diploma in Sport Business. There will be a formal application and interview process as students near completion of the course and students are encouraged to highlight their suitability for these roles, alongside their knowledge, skills and enthusiasm while completing up to 100 hours of work-based learning.​

     

    The roles available will depend on a number of factors, including (but not limited to): 

    • The operational requirements of the West Coast Eagles Football Club at the time of recruitment, especially regarding the roles and responsibilities in demand.

    • The capabilities and aptitude demonstrated by students while completing the course.

    • The student’s interests/preferences regarding the various departments within the West Coast Eagles organisation and taking into consideration the student’s career aspirations.

    • The relationships developed between individual students and staff during the course.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

If you didn’t find the answer to your question, feel free to reach out to us directly, and we’ll be happy to help. You can also attend one of our information sessions to learn more about the program and get all your questions answered in person.

Academy students participating in a group discussion as part of the hands-on learning experience.
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