Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport & Exercise Management

Faculty of Business and Humanities
Award Class Major Award
Awards
BBus (Hons)
Programme Code CR_BSPRT_8 Mode of Delivery Full Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 8
NFQ Level 8 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 240
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/09/2022
Department SPORT, LEISURE & CHILDHOOD STUDIES
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

# PO Domains Programme Learning Outcome
PO1 Knowledge - Breadth Display a comprehensive knowledge of the theory, policies, concepts and methods pertaining to the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' sectors.
PO2 Knowledge - Breadth Select and utilise relevant knowledge sources and applications of key principles relating to the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO3 Knowledge - Kind Apply appropriate theoretical concepts and utilise the necessary skills to plan, operate and make evaluation-based decisions in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' sectors
PO4 Knowledge - Kind Acquire, evaluate and apply knowledge through research, critical thinking and problem solving with reference to international best practice in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO5 Skill - Range Apply operational and leadership principles to effectively manage in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO6 Skill - Range Demonstrate practical and technical competence in a range of skills and tools relating to sport and physical activity programme development and evaluation, performance and nutritional analysis, statistical analysis, business strategy, sports marketing and financial analysis.
PO7 Skill - Selectivity Exercise appropriate judgement, and select appropriate solutions using evidence-based best practice, in the planning, design and supervisory functions related to the various roles in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' sectors.
PO8 Skill - Selectivity Analyse complex issues relating to sport, exercise, health and management in a practical context and develop appropriate solutions through the disciplines of coaching, sports nutrition, physical activity promotion and sports business management.
PO9 Competence - Context Organise and manage people and processes in the transient and constantly changing sectors of the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO10 Competence - Context Conduct advanced research, incorporating analytical design and problem-solving skills in a professional, accountable and creative manner in a wide range of contexts within the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO11 Competence - Role Work independently or as a member of a team, both ethically and professionally, in the processes of contributing to, coordinating and initiating effective change within the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO12 Competence - Role Apply effective leadership and communication skills for working with individual clients, leading groups, managing teams, initiating and driving change within the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' sectors.
PO13 Competence - Learning to Learn Display the attributes of a reflective, autonomous, self-directed learner possessing the appropriate competencies, confidence and discipline to broaden and deepen knowledge and expertise in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
PO14 Competence - Learning to Learn Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and utilise appropriate new learning opportunities to re-focus, re-frame and/or contextualise prior learning.
PO15 Competence - Learning to Learn Identify and assess the training needs of staff and colleagues in the relevant work environment and foster a ‘learning organisation’ culture to develop a sense of empowerment, initiative and entrepreneurship.
PO16 Competence - Insight Display self-confidence and an appropriate assertiveness when managing work-related problems, while demonstrating an appreciation of the ethical and legal issues involved in the sensitive management of work colleagues and/or clients.
PO17 Competence - Insight Develop and justify a comprehensive, personal world view, centred on international evidence-based best practice in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT6001 Anatomy & Physiology Cian O'Neill 3 5
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
SPRT6007 Gym Instruction Cian O'Neill 4 5
ACCT6013 Intro to Accounting Claire OSullivan Rochford 2 5
SPRT6012 Motor Development in Youth Cian O'Neill 5 5
SPRT6011 Principles of Sport Psychology Cian O'Neill 6 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
MGMT6020 Business Sport & Leisure Admin Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT6005 Exercise & Wellness Cian O'Neill 3 5
ECON6003 Introduction to Microeconomics CAROLINE O REILLY 7 5
SPRT6016 Nutrition for Health Cian O'Neill 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT6013 Aquatics: Swimming Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT6010 Coaching Children in Sport Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT6004 Exercise to Music Cian O'Neill 4 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7015 Intro. to Holistic Massage Cian O'Neill 4 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7017 Business Management Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7020 Leisure Marketing 3 5
SPRT7026 Sociology of Sport & Leisure Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT7042 Sports Technology & Innovation Cian O'Neill 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT6003 Aquatics:Intro to Water Safety Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT7027 Coaching Adolescents in Sport Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT7032 Fitness Industry Trends Cian O'Neill 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7016 Holistic Massage Cian O'Neill 4 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
ACCT7008 Accounts & Analysis Claire OSullivan Rochford 2 5
MRKT7013 Advertising and Promotion Katie Power 5 5
SPRT7033 Applied Exercise Physiology Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7036 Sport & Exercise Psychology Cian O'Neill 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7034 Aquatics: Swim Teaching Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7002 Athletic Performance & Testing Cian O'Neill 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7029 Intro. to Sports Massage Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT7022 Leisure Facility Operations Cian O'Neill 3 5
 

Year 3 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7044 Enterprise Development Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT7019 HR & Sports Policy Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7025 Professional Development Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7035 Research Methods:Sport Science Cian O'Neill 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7006 Coaching Elite Sport Cian O'Neill 5 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7022 Leisure Facility Operations Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7023 Personal Training Cian O'Neill 5 5
SPRT7030 Sports Massage Therapy Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT8003 Sports Performance Analysis Cian O'Neill 2 5

Year 3 / Semester 2

Year 3 Semester 2 Elective Regulation
Students can opt to take GE1 or a combination of GE2 and any 2 modules from GE3.
Group Elective 1 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
PLAC8013 Sport & Exercise Placement Cian O'Neill 1 20
MGMT7086 Business Feasibility Plan Cian O'Neill 1 10
Group Elective 2 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7024 Rec Leis Placement Cian O'Neill 3 5
LEGS7004 Business and Sports Law Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7008 Enterprise Business Plan Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7018 Leisure Industry Management Cian O'Neill 3 5
Group Elective 3 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7001 Adapted Physical Activity Cian O'Neill 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7014 Health Promotion Cian O'Neill 2 5
ECON6001 Introduction to Macroeconomics CAROLINE O REILLY 6 5
 

Year 4 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
EDUC8036 Dissertation: Research Phase Cian O'Neill 2 5
FINA8003 Financial Management CAROLINE O REILLY 3 5
SPRT8013 Sports Event Management Cian O'Neill 1 5
MGMT8018 Strategy Analysis CAROLINE O REILLY 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7014 Health Promotion Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT8009 High Performance Sport Mgmt. Cian O'Neill 2 5
ECON6001 Introduction to Macroeconomics CAROLINE O REILLY 6 5
SPRT8012 Physical Activity for Life Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8008 Sports Nutrition Cian O'Neill 2 5

Year 4 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
EDUC8037 Dissertation: Implementation Cian O'Neill 3 10
SPRT8001 Sports Marketing Cian O'Neill 4 5
MGMT8019 Strategy Selection CAROLINE O REILLY 4 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7001 Adapted Physical Activity Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT8010 Applied Sports Psychology Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8004 Clinical Exercise Practitioner Cian O'Neill 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT8005 High Performance Conditioning Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT8011 Workplace Health Promotion Cian O'Neill 1 5