Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :
| PO1 |
Knowledge - Breadth |
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(a) |
Display a comprehensive knowledge of the theory, policies, concepts and methods pertaining to the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' sectors. |
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(b) |
Select and utilise relevant knowledge sources and applications of key principles relating to the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains. |
| PO2 |
Knowledge - Kind |
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(a) |
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 |
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(b) |
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. |
| PO3 |
Skill - Range |
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(a) |
Apply operational and leadership principles to effectively manage in the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains. |
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(b) |
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. |
| PO4 |
Skill - Selectivity |
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(a) |
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. |
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(b) |
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. |
| PO5 |
Competence - Context |
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(a) |
Organise and manage people and processes in the transient and constantly changing sectors of the 'Sport, Exercise and Health & Wellness' and 'Business' domains. |
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(b) |
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. |
| PO6 |
Competence - Role |
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(a) |
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. |
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(b) |
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. |
| PO7 |
Competence - Learning to Learn |
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(a) |
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. |
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(b) |
Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and utilise appropriate new learning opportunities to re-focus, re-frame and/or contextualise prior learning. |
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(c) |
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. |
| PO8 |
Competence - Insight |
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(a) |
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. |
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(b) |
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. |
