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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor of Management in Sport and Leisure

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
112053	Bachelor of Management in Sport and Leisure
ORIGINATOR
Exercise Teachers Academy PTY Limited
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National First Degree	Field 02 - Culture and Arts		Sport
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Not Applicable	NQF Level 07	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0821/24	2019-09-09	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2033-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Management qualification provides the depth of theory and level of application needed to inform professional practice in the management of business environments in sport and leisure contexts. The core discipline is business and management studies, with supporting disciplinary knowledge from sport and leisure studies and psycho-social studies. This ensures a well-rounded learner who is able to use their knowledge to lead and manage in any business environment. With sport and leisure studies as a stream in the qualification, learners will be able to apply their knowledge to the management of sport or leisure businesses in a range of contexts. The integration of the knowledge fields means that learners will be able to lead others, apply management skills, call on current and relevant theories and principles of business.

Qualifying learners will also be able to critically respond to the industries they serve, demonstrating the conceptual, applied and reflexive knowledge which informs the management of business in sport or professional practice. Educated with the latest theories and principles of business management along with knowledge from psycho-social studies, learners will be able to apply their knowledge to a range of sport or leisure contexts, working with and leading others and demonstrating the attributes needed to manage individuals or teams and to administer and run qualifications, clubs or facilities, in a range of contexts.

Thus the qualifying learner is able to:

Demonstrate comprehensive and integrated knowledge of theories and principles of management and how they are applied to the business of sport.

Apply project management knowledge and skills to the business of sport and sporting events.

Apply current theories and principles of leadership to the management of individuals and teams.

Apply relevant psycho-social and socio-cultural knowledge to leadership and management.

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of sports, sport structures and the business of sport, showing a deep understanding the contexts in which they function.

Rationale:
Global sport events such as the Olympics, the Commonwealth Games, Rugby and FIFA World Cup games, all point to sport being a global business with massive spectator-value along with its associated sport and leisure tourism. Annual South African events like the Comrades and Two-Ocean Marathons, Cape Argus Cycle Tour and The Epic, are examples of events that brings sport tourism to South Africa. Such events also bring the demand for qualified, sport and leisure professionals, and, as a result, the establishment of internationally recognised professional bodies such as IC REPS (International Confederation of Registers of Exercise Professionals), South Africa's professional body for fitness professionals; REPSSA, and the recently established Coaches Association of South Africa (CASA), under the auspices of SASCOC (the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee) has been established.

In terms of skills and the education and training for sport, recreation and fitness (SRF), the sub-sector is quality assured by CATHSSETA (Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality & Sport, Sector Education and Training Authority). CATHSSETA is also responsible for skills in the travel and tourism sub-sector as well as the hospitality sub-sector, CATHSSETA's 2017 Sector Skills Plan, shows that the tourism and travel sub-sector is one of the key contributors to the economy of South Africa, with a direct contribution to the GDP. According to CATHSSETA, the Commonwealth Games are expected to contribute R11 billion to South Africa's GDP, bringing 10, 000 new jobs. CATHSSETA's 2017 Annual Skills Plan defines SRF as including sporting activities, sport federations, sporting facilities, clubs and sports academies, promotion and management of sporting events amusement parks, recreational activities, recreation parks, beaches, fairs, shows and facilities, and health and wellbeing centres including hydros, spas and fitness centres (CATHSSETA, 2017). Many of the jobs within this sector carry risk for participation, from beginning participants to experienced athletes, calling for qualified professionals who know how to determine such risks and manage participation, based on well-defined risks for sport and exercise participation (American College of Sports Medicine, 2017).

Thus, there is a call for many professionals with the knowledge and skills needed for the emerging SRF industries, where leadership and management skills can be expressed in a variety of contexts. Such skilled professionals are needed to manage business environments and to lead individuals and teams in a range of contexts associated with the sport and leisure business contexts.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, the competitive environment of sport is continuously at risk from unethical practices that threaten fair sport participation. Journalism has exposed illegal drug use, doping, match fixing and its illegal gambling practices within sport. Thus, there is a need for athletes, coaches and managers who are concerned about fair sport, about ethical practice and who support the World Anti-Doping Agency's mission to "lead a collaborative worldwide movement for doping-free sport" (World Anti-Doping Agency, 2017). The world of sport management needs professionals who understand governance in sport, integrating their knowledge of business, finance and law to the management of sport and leisure businesses and to the management of individuals and teams within sporting environments. This qualification has been designed to meet such demands, providing the scarce skills needed in the international sport and leisure industries as well as the critical skills required to manage individuals, teams and businesses in a local and international context.

On successful completion of the qualification, learners can pursue further studies via a Postgraduate Diploma or Honours at NQF Level 8 and in the specialised fields of sport, recreation and leisure management.

This qualification will appeal to learners who wish to work in the field of sport, recreation and leisure. Learners can use their knowledge and skills of business management and event management in these contexts. The knowledge of this qualification is also transferable to other business qualifications. The qualification will appeal to those who wish to work in the world of sport or in the leisure industry where management skills are in demand in fitness facilities, recreation or leisure facilities, sport clubs, health and wellness spas, and hotels.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The qualification allows for open access and may be achieved in part through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Provision will be made for prior learning to be recognised if a learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes embedded in this qualification.

Access to the qualification will also be allowed via Recognition of Prior Learning of the learner's competency in order to widen access to the Higher Education qualification.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:

National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's studies.
Or

National Certificate Vocational, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's studies.
Or

Senior Certificate (SC) with endorsement.
Or

Further Education and Training Certificate, NQF Level 4 in a cognate field e.g. fitness, coaching or sport administration.
Or

A Higher Certificate in a cognate field, NQF Level 5.
Or

Advanced Certificate in a cognate field, NQF Level 6.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification comprises of compulsory and elective modules at National Qualifications Framework Levels 5, 6 and 7 totalling 360 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 112 Credits:

Sport sociology: evolution and socialisation of sport, 12 Credits.

Sport Structures and sporting bodies, 12 Credits.

Theories and principles of business and management, 16 Credits.

Economic Literacy, 8 Credits.

Organisational behaviour, 8 Credits.

Principles of marketing and promotion. 8 Credits.

Project management principles, theories, systems, 16 Credits.

Technologies and systems, 8 Credits.

Academic thought and practice: introduction to research and professional development, 8 Credits.

Psychological principles of health promotion, motivation and communication, 16 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 6, 124 Credits:

Sport and recreation policy, sport development and transformation, 16 Credits.

Sports law, legal and ethical issues of sport, 16 Credits.

Sport reporting, commentary and broadcasting, 16 Credits.

Finance management, governance, policy and professional practice, 12 Credits.

Marketing, sales and customer care, 8 Credits.

Human resources management, and industrial relations, 8 Credits.

Event management, event safety, sport tourism, 12 Credits.

Academic thought and practice: ethics and methods of research, 8 Credits.

Psychology and health promotion: positive psychology and mental resilience, 12 Credits.

Leadership: emotional intelligence, critical self-reflection, communication and presentation skills, 16 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 7, 92 Credits:

Business research and evaluation, 16 Credits.

Corporate social responsibility, 8 Credits.

Corporate finance and regulations, 16 Credits.

Business management application and practice, 32 Credits.

Academic thought and practice: monitoring and evaluation, 12 Credits.

Leadership: leading change, leading teams, 8 Credits.

Elective Modules, Level 7, 32 Credits (Choose two):

Sport commentary, 16 Credits.

Sport reporting, 16 Credits.

Athlete Representation, 16 Credits.

Sport or Leisure Club management, 16 Credits.

Sport Event management, 16 Credits.

Sport tourism, 16 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate comprehensive and integrated knowledge of theories and principles of management and how they are applied to the business of sport.
2. Apply relevant project management knowledge and skills to the business of sport and sporting event.
3. Apply current theories and principles of leadership to the management of individuals and teams.
4. Apply relevant psycho-social and socio- cultural knowledge to leadership and management.
5. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of sports, sport structures and the business of sport, showing a deep understanding the contexts in which they function.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Inform ethics and principles of good governance in decisions, drawing on appropriate ethical values and approaches in sport and business contexts.

Inform decision-making in current business theories, principles, paradigms and finance management contexts.

Use problem-solving skills to analyse data and produce research for business and sporting contexts.

Apply market research principles and practices to promote products and services.

Explain principles and theories of sales and customer service to business and sporting contexts.

Evaluate and explain principles and theories of economics and finance in terms of their application in sport and sport business contexts.

Analyse technologies and technology-based systems for their application in sport and sport business.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to the planning and logistics critique of qualifications, events and environments of sport.

Select and accept research methods and apply them to the planning, management and evaluation of qualifications, events, facilities and business contexts.

Use current science and technology to solve problems and manage processes in familiar, unfamiliar and variable contexts.

Select information and evaluate it to manage changing environments and unpredicted or unplanned contexts.

Select project management systems and processes and apply them to manage immediate, short-term and long-term plans and projects.

Apply theories and principles of management in a range of eventing, business and sporting contexts.

Evaluate health, safety and risk management principles and processes for their application in a range of sporting and business contexts.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Apply human resources and industrial relations principles and theories to the management of others in a range of business and sporting contexts.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Select psycho-social theories and principles and evaluate their application in the management of individuals and teams.

Identify theories and principles of communication, select and apply a range of contexts involving leadership and management.

Access, process and produce, relevant information using well-formed arguments and appropriate academic, professional, or occupational discourse.

Use clear and coherent communication skills in a range of written and verbal contexts.

Use theories and principles of critical self-reflection to enhance the management of self and others.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

Analyse local, national and international sport structures to enable the management of environments and resources for a range of sporting contexts.

Analyse local, national and international laws pertaining for their application in a range of sporting contexts.

Analyse, evaluate and explain roles and responsibilities of various role players, stakeholders and structures in sports are in terms of sports and the systems in which they function.

Evaluate the socio-economics of sport are evaluated in terms of its effect on and contribution to society and the economy.

Integrated Assessment:
Examples of formative and summative assessment strategies that will be used throughout the qualification include:

Written assignments.

Practical assignments.

Knowledge Tests.

Case studies.

Class presentations.

Peer evaluations.

Simulations in structured learning environments.

Demonstrations.

Summative assessment:

Oral examinations.

Written examinations.

Practical examinations.

Report on research project.

Presentation of research results.

Case studies.

Log Book.

Integrated assessment will focus on the achievement of the Exit Level Outcomes, which will be conducted through written examinations, practical examinations, project evaluations and final examination in each module and presentation evaluations. The theoretical aspects will be applied practically and learners will be required to apply their knowledge and skills gained from the various sub-disciplines of Exercise Science to solve real-life problems within the chosen environment and to design appropriate qualifications for clients.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

A number of 3-year international qualifications were found to be comparable. The qualifications that were used in the comparison are as follows:

University of Tampa College of Natural and Health Sciences offers a Bachelor in Sport Management.

SMS - Sports Management School offers a Bachelor in Sport Management.

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences offers a Bachelor's in Sports and Leisure Management.

University College of Northern Denmark offers a Bachelor in Sport Management.

Torrens University Australia offers a Bachelor of Business (Sports Management).

Lithuanian Sports University offers a Bachelor in Sport Recreation and Tourism.

Oral Roberts University offers a Bachelor in Sports Management.

Conclusion:
The qualification compares favourably with the ones indicated. The context may differ but these qualifications have a similar focus in terms of the Exit Level Outcomes. The duration of completion is the similar as well as similar modules.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

Horizontal Articulation:

Advanced Diploma in Sport Management, NQF Level 7.

Vertical Articulation:

Postgraduate Diploma in Management in Sport Management, NQF Level 8.

Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Management, NQF Level 8.

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Sport Management, NQF Level 8.

Bachelor of Arts Honours: Sport Management, NQF Level 8.

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Recreation and Sport Management, NQF Level 8.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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