Deakin University Sport Management Program

Good morning Deakin Sport Management alumni,

A reminder that ticket sales for our alumni event on Sunday at the Netball Fast5 World Series close tomorrow at midday.

For more information and to register please follow this link - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/netball-fast-5-the-evolution-of-fan-engagement-tickets-50468102453?aff=AlumniAdvancement&fbclid=IwAR3iMg1qSvOfY1xd-bS3zOrxdGTw6ZNfYb2LLJ6fuhjv9Gjr6oUZ0r1JqLs

We look forward to seeing you there!

Netball Fast 5 - The Evolution of Fan Engagement Netball Fast 5 and the Evolution of Fan Engagement We are delighted to announce that we are hosting an event in conjunction with the Fast5 Netball World Series, and you're invited! This event further extends Netball Australia and Deakin University’s strategic partnership which aims to improve wome...

Netball Fast 5 and the Evolution of Fan Engagement

We are delighted to announce that we are hosting an event in conjunction with the Fast5 Netball World Series, and you're invited!

This event further extends Netball Australia and Deakin University’s strategic partnership which aims to improve women’s participation in sport and exercise across their lifespan through world-class research and engagement with local communities.

Our expert panel will include
Chris Symington, Executive GM of Events, Netball Australia
Nat Gardner – Fan Insights & Strategy Manager, Collingwood FC
Liz Watson – Melbourne Vixens & Australian Diamonds Player

The Fast5 alumni event offers a great opportunity to connect with your peers and network with past alumni. In addition to entry to the Netball, you will also have the exclusive opportunity to hear from a panel of industry leaders discussing the evolution of fan engagement, whist networking over canapes.

Date:
Sunday 28 October, 2018

Time:
Tickets are for the whole day with netball starting from midday - click here for schedule.
A panel discussion will be held from 3:15 - 4:15pm with networking to follow.

Venue:
Melbourne Arena
Olympic Blvd
Melbourne VIC 3001
3.15pm Networking function is in the Eastern Lounge

RSVP:
Please RSVP by Friday 26 October, 12.00pm, 2018

To register, please click below, or go to - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/netball-fast-5-the-evolution-of-fan-engagement-tickets-50468102453?aff=AlumniAdvancement

Netball Fast 5 - The Evolution of Fan Engagement Netball Fast 5 and the Evolution of Fan Engagement We are delighted to announce that we are hosting an event in conjunction with the Fast5 Netball World Series, and you're invited! This event further extends Netball Australia and Deakin University’s strategic partnership which aims to improve wome...

Faster, Quicker, Shorter: Emerging sports formats for the next generation of sports fan

The rise of variation in sport has resulted in the success of the Big Bash League, ALFX and at a grass roots level, Futsal, and Broomball. How do we embrace this and what does it mean to some of our oldest sporting institutions?

Our expert panel includes:
- Dave Stephenson, AFLX Project Manager, AFL
- Tom Humphries, Participation Manager, Netball Australia
- Priyanka Karunakaran, Project Coordinator, Basketball Australia
- Kim McConnie, Head of Big Bash Leagues at Cricket Australia

We are delighted to invite you to this networking event that will provide the opportunity for Deakin Sporting Alumni to connect with like minded sports management professionals to discuss how this challenge should be tackled over refreshments and canapés.

Open to all alumni, students, staff, and guests.

Details:
Thursday 2 August, 2018
The Sporting Globe
288 Bridge Road
RICHMOND VIC 3121
6.00pm - 8.30pm
Dress: Business Attire
RSVP: by Monday, 30 July 2018.

To register please click here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/sport-management-alumni-mid-year-event-faster-quicker-shorter-emerging-sports-formats-for-the-next-tickets-47802092345

Sport Management Alumni Mid-Year Event: Faster, Quicker, Shorter: Emerging sports formats for the next generation of sports fan Sport Management Alumni Mid-Year Event: Faster, Quicker, Shorter: Emerging sports formats for the next generation of sports fan The rise of variation in sport has resulted in the success of the Big Bash League, ALFW and at a grass roots level, Futsal, and Broomball. How do we embrace this and what d...

On Wednesday November 1 the Deakin Sport Network will host a seminar focused on sustaining the momentum in women’s sport. Members of Deakin’s Women in Sport and Exercise hub (WISE) will lead a discussion around ways to develop female leaders and to encourage male champions of change in sporting contexts.

Associate Professor Pamm Phillips and Dr. Katie Rowe, from the Sport Management program, will host the evening, presenting relevant research perspectives and leading a Q&A with industry guests. Guest presenters including Nadine Cohen, CEO Confident Girls Foundation and Mark Anderson, CEO Swimming Australia and member of the Male champions of change in sport will each provide insights regarding how sport can continue to facilitate a culture that support’s women’s development and leadership in sport.

This seminar is designed for community and elite sport stakeholders who have an interest in sustaining the women’s sport movement through women’s sport leadership. Deakin alumni, staff and residents of the City of Whitehorse are also welcome to attend.

Registration is available at the link below.

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Preparations set for Open Day 2017, taking place on Burwood Campus Sunday. We look forward to meeting our future students!

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Wonderful to welcome back more of our Alumni yesterday as part of our annual Deakin Sport Management Student Careers event. Some great discussions on key trends in industry combined with career and planning insights. A big thanks to Meghan Mayman and the team at VicSport as well as panellists Bron Madigan (Dynamix Sports), Adam Cheyne (Tennis Australia) & Jono Coyne (St Kilda Football Club). Recording of session highlights will be available for current students via Cloud Deakin in coming days.

"Five years ago, Matt Bolitho graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in sport management and marketing, and he’s now working in a dual-focused management role with the AFL’s North Melbourne Football Club". Find out more about Matt and his Deakin Sport Management experience here: http://businessnewsroom.deakin.edu.au/articles/the-business-of-sport

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Geoff Schoenberg joined the DUSSC Speed Networking Event on campus last night, giving students the chance to meet and network one-on-one with alumni and industry. DUSSC is the student club for students studying sport at Deakin and run a number of events over the year, including professional development, networking and social events. Find out more at: https://www.dusa.org.au/Clubs-Sport/Clubs/Deakin-University-Sport-Studies-Club-(DUSSC)

For Current students, the Sport Management Program, alongside VicSport and Deakin TALENT, will be running a careers and industry session on Wednesday 23 August from 4-6pm at the Burwood Corporate Centre on the Melbourne Campus (Building BCC). The focus of the session is on hearing from alumni and industry around career advice, pathways and direction, as well as gather insights on current trends in industry that will impact employability and careers. Sign up at http://deakinvicsport2017event.questionpro.com or see Cloud Deakin for more information.

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For students, alumni and their networks based in Perth, we'll be running an event next week on Data as Competitive Advantage – Merging Sport and Business. A great response so far promising good opportunities for networking, so sign up or feel free to share with colleagues or networks.

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Deakin Business School Alumni are pleased to invite all Deakin Business School graduates to the annual Alumni Masquerade Ball. Get your masks out for an evening of mystery, beauty and elegance.

EVENT DETAILS
Saturday 9 September 2017
6.30-11.30pm
Studio 3 at Crown Melbourne
Level 3, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006
Dress: Cocktail

See link below for more details.

Deakin Business School Alumni Ball 2017 Deakin Business School Alumni Chapters invite you to the annual Alumni Ball. Each year the ball is an exciting opportunity to escape from everyday life and have a fun night out with fellow alumni. This year’s theme is ‘Masquerade’. Join us for a captivating evening of mystery, beauty and elegance...

Sport Business International has released its annual rankings of Sport Management Programs (based on assessment of Postgraduate programs), with the Deakin program again ranking seventh globally. This includes a third placed ranking in the Course Leaders Choice Category. Our program is ranked the second best outside of North America, and remains the only ranked program in Australia. A big thankyou to the faculty, alumni, partners and students who have contributed to this fantastic result!

All alumni and students are invited to attend our next event, featuring networking and a panel discussion featuring the AFLPA, Australian Basketballers' Association, Australian Athletes' Alliance and the Australian Netball Players' Association.

Our speakers for the evening include:

Paul Marsh - CEO, AFLPA
Paul Marsh commenced as the Chief Executive Officer of the AFL Players' Association (AFLPA) in 2014, joining after a hugely successful nine-year stint leading the Australian Cricketers' Association.

Bianca Chatfield - President, Australian Netball Players' Association
Australian netball star, Bianca Chatfield, is one of Australia's most successful netballers and a highly valued and respected role model for the sport.

Jacob Holmes - CEO, Australian Basketballers' Association
Jacob Holmes played 14-years in the NBL, retiring in 2015. He was President of the National Basketball League Players' Association for three years before establishing the Australian Basketballers' Association in 2015.

These Speakers will share their experiences spanning the challenges and opportunities in the current elite sport environment.

Tickets cost $10 per person and include entry, a drink card and canapés.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/deakin-sport-management-alumni-networking-event-registration-35031683709

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Students and Alumni,

Our second Alumni event for 2017 will be held July 5.

The night will feature a panel discussion focused on perspectives from athlete and player associations with speakers representing the AFLPA, Australian Athletes Alliance and the Australian Netball Players' Association. Speakers will share their experiences spanning the challenges and opportunities in the current elite sport environment.

Our guests for the evening include Paul Marsh - CEO, AFLPA and Bianca Chatfield – President, Australian Netball Players' Association with further panellists to be confirmed.

Register by July 2 on the link below, we look forward to seeing you there.

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Deakin Interns at Rising Pune Supergiants

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A big thanks to Bruce Kaider (One Management), Nigel Carmody (TLA Worldwide), Jason Bakker (Signature Sport), Laura Sigal & Adam Pattinson (AFLPA), Brad Sewell (Former Hawthorn FC & AFLPA, Australian Rules Football College), Justin Nelson (Deakin Melbourne Boomers), Jacqueline Tran & Matt Parker (Geelong FC) and Cameron Yorke (Former Melbourne Rebels/RUPA) for joining students as part of the Athlete Management postgraduate intensive program over the last week. Some fantastic sessions.

Event 1 (Alumni Awards and Networking, Deakin Downtown)

Congratulations to all our 2016 student award winners from our Alumni and Networking night held at Deakin Downtown this week. A big thankyou to Geelong Football Club CEO Brian Cook for a great presentation on leadership and to all our 100+ registered attendees on the night. More photos and highlights to follow.

Only a few weeks left to register for our Deakin Sport Management Alumni and Awards night - April 4, 2017 from 6pm featuring a presentation from Geelong FC CEO Brian Cook. See award winners in the article below.

Tickets here: https://payments.deakin.edu.au/events/createbooking?UDS_ACTION=S1I&UDS_ACTION_DATA=26F678A6-4F80-4CBB-8B7B-057CBE49C238

Deakin Business School - Deakin University's Sport Management Alumni event Deakin University's Sport Management Alumni Chapter committee presents Brian Cook, Chief Executive Officer of the Geelong Football Club, to deliver the key note presentation at the Sport Management Student Awards and Alumni Networking Evening.

Tickets for our first Alumni Event for 2017 are now available!
We look forward to seeing Alumni, students and 2016 award winners on the night.

Tuesday April 4, 2017 from 6pm at Deakin Downtown
12th Floor, 727 Collins Street, Docklands

Guest Speaker: Brian Cook, CEO, Geelong Football Club
plus presentation of our 2016 Student Awards sponsored by industry

Join Deakin Sport Management alumni and students for the first of our networking events for 2017

Tickets $15 including drinks and canapes

payments.deakin.edu.au The Faculty of Business and Law’s Sport Management Alumni is pleased to invite you to the first event of 2017. The Sport Management Alumni Chapter offers networking and professional development opportunities through multiple functions and events each year. The night will feature engaging networking…

We have two sport management study tours planned for 2017. Applications for our undergraduate tour to India during IPL season (April) and our postgraduate sponsorship and marketing trip to the US (June) are now open. See more under 'International Study Opportunities' at http://www.deakin.edu.au/students/faculties/buslaw/enhance-your-study

Enhance your study Enhance your business and law learning experience at Deakin with a study tour, work integrated learning or internship

The first of our Sport Management Alumni events will be held from 6pm on April 4 in our new city location, Deakin Downtown. More details to follow but the night will include our annual awards, and an address from guest speaker, Geelong Football Club CEO Brian Cook.

Welcome to our new and returning Deakin Sport Management students returning for 2017. A reminder our academic induction session for new students will be held at 11am on Tuesday 28 February in LT1A (i2.07).

Deakin Sport Management Alumni Night, 2016

Less than a week remaining to signup for our next Sport Management function to be held at Hisense Arena on October 20 from 6pm. First release tickets at $15 are available for two more days. Entry includes reserved seating and access to our pre-game networking function including a guest panel and finger food. Drinks will be available at bar prices. Round up your peers and colleagues and sign up this week to secure you place.

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Under a partnership signed earlier this week. Deakin will be the official Sport Education partner of the Rising Pune Supergiants.

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IPL Guest Speaker - Tuesday 23 August (6pm)

Mr Raghu Iyer, CEO of the Indian Premier League team the Rising Pune Super Giants will be with us at Deakin over next week. As part of this visit, he will address a combined postgraduate Sport Marketing and Facility and Event Management class to discuss the development of the IPL, the Super Giants and Indian Sport more widely. Mr Iyer will present and we will then have time for a Q&A with students.

Any Sport Management students wishing to attend the session can do so on campus on Tuesday evening from 6pm. The session will be held in LT2 (I2.05). Note that priority will be given to students in the units, but sufficient space will be available for other students who wish to attend this session.

Rising Pune SuperGiants

A great day on Wednesday with a big turnout of students attending our VicSport afternooon session on campus on 'Standing out from the Crowd'. A big thankyou to all our guests including Meghan Albert (VicSport), Matthew Kennedy (Tennis Victoria), Bron Madigan (Dynamix Sport Projects) and Ros Holding (Sportspeople) for sharing their advice and to VicSport for supporting the session.

The day closed with our biggest ever Sport Management Alumni event held in Richmond. Dr Katie Rowe led a panel including Jodie Fields (Australian Cricketers Association), Josh Vanderloo (AFL) and Kate Patterson (Netball Australia) on the development of women's sport. Again, a bit thankyou to all our guests and all of our Alumni and students for supporting this event. Some great feedback over the night and looking forward to our next event on October 27. Photos to follow.

Our next Sport Management night will be held August 10 at the Sporting Globe in Richmond from 6pm and is open to all Alumni and students. Join us to network and hear from our expert panel on the development of new leagues and pathways in women's sport spanning AFL, cricket and netball. Full details including profiles on our guests can be found below. Registration will close at the end of the week.

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