Sports Governance and Compliance

Sports Governance and Compliance

Course schedule

Classroom Training:
DateVenueDurationPrice
29 Jun - 3 Jul 2026London5 days£4,495
14 - 18 Sep 2026London5 days£4,495

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Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the global sports industry. Delegates study governance, event operations, and commercial models. Participants learn to balance sporting integrity with profitability. The programme equips professionals to manage sports organisations effectively in competitive and dynamic environments.

Who Should Attend

Executives ensuring compliance, integrity, and governance in sports organisations and associations. Past delegates have included:

  • Governance Officers
  • Sports Administrators
  • Compliance Managers
  • Regulatory Specialists
  • Club Directors

Course Outcomes

  • Understand governance principles applicable to sports associations and governing bodies.
  • Design compliance frameworks that ensure integrity, transparency, and fairness.
  • Evaluate anti-doping, match-fixing, and disciplinary regulations within sport.
  • Develop policies that align organisational conduct with international sports law standards.
  • Advise boards and committees on ethical decision-making and accountability mechanisms.

Course Topics

Sports Governance Principles

  • Examine the structure of governance in sports institutions.
  • Analyse regulatory frameworks ensuring integrity and compliance.
  • Understand roles of governing bodies such as FIFA and IOC.
  • Develop ethical leadership practices in sports governance.

Sports Compliance and Risk Management

  • Identify compliance obligations and legal responsibilities in sport.
  • Implement frameworks to manage ethical and reputational risks.
  • Design internal controls and compliance monitoring systems.
  • Review anti-doping, corruption, and match-fixing regulations.

Stakeholder Engagement in Sports Organisations

  • Identify and manage relationships with key sports stakeholders.
  • Enhance collaboration between clubs, sponsors, and governing bodies.
  • Use communication strategies to improve stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Foster community engagement and public trust in sports operations.

Ethics and Governance in Sport

  • Define ethical principles guiding sports leadership and behaviour.
  • Address corruption, discrimination, and fairness in sports management.
  • Implement compliance programmes supporting organisational ethics.
  • Promote accountability and transparency within sports governance.

Strategic Communication in the Sports Industry

  • Develop communication plans for sports events and organisations.
  • Handle media relations, crisis communication, and public image.
  • Leverage storytelling and social media for brand engagement.
  • Align communication strategies with organisational goals.

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