ALSS

4 WEEK ONLINE CERTIFICATE COURSE

INTRODUCTION TO SPORTS DEVELOPMENT

Course Introduction

The course Introduction to Sports Development is a four-week open course (every Tuesday two hours online), offered by the Academy of Leadership Sciences Switzerland.

The course is designed and delivered by recognized experts in this feld. It is being offered as an open online course and can be attended by anyone who is, or aspires to get, involved in  the  industry  of  sports  –  including  administrators working in sports organizations, such as sports federations or clubs, club presidents, directors, and managers, former athletes, students, Athletes and Player Representatives, among others.

Course Content

The  course  covers  specific  topics  on  sport-related  issues  including  the fundamentals of sports development, sports promotion and policy, sports management and organization, talent identification and development, effective training methods, technology and innovation in sports, sustainability practices, and best practices from successful sports development projects, and other topics.

Course Details

Course Structure

Week 1: Introduction to Sports Development (2 hours)

Definition and objectives of sports development
Importance of sports for health, social integration, and the economy
Sports Promotion and Policy
Role of governments and organizations in sports promotion
Political frameworks and support programs

Week 2: Sports Management and Organization (2 hours)

Structures and Organizations in Sports
International, national, and local sports organizations
Collaboration and networking in the sports sector
Management Principles in Sports
Strategic planning and organization of sports events
Financial management and resource planning in sports

Week 3: Talent Development and Training Methods (2 hours)

Identification and Promotion of Talents
Methods for identifying and nurturing talents
Development and implementation of training programs
Importance of coaching and mentoring
Latest scientifically-based training methodologie
Effective coaching techniques for different developmental stages

Week 4: Trends and Innovations in Sports (2 hours)

Technology and Innovation in Sports
Impact of new technologies on training and competition
Use of data and analytics in sports
Analysis of successful sports development projects
Case studies and practical examples

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Accreditation & Certification

The Academy of Leadership Sciences Switzerland (ALSS) is an international education institution  that  offers  continuing  education,  further  education,  and  post  graduate advanced  education  courses,  workshops  and  programs  focusing  on  advanced  studies in Leadership and Management. The ALSS also offers short courses that are not credit- bearing, and do not lead to formal qualifications. All attendees who attend all the four presentations for the Introduction  to Sports Development course will be awarded certificates of successful attendance by the ALSS.

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