ABOUT US
About THE EEA
Essendon Education Academy offers a unique one-year, full-time Dual Diploma of Business, Leadership and Management, delivered at the NEC Hangar, home of the Essendon Football Club. Combining sport, business and leadership, the program includes industry placements, practical learning opportunities, and pathways to further study.
Students benefit from 100 hours of industry experience across Essendon Football Club and its partner network, with two graduate roles offered annually at the Club. Those interested in football can also participate in the Football Development Program, designed by EFC legend Dustin Fletcher, which develops both on-field skills and leadership capabilities.
Key benefits:
Study at the Essendon Football Club
Dual Diploma in Business, Leadership and Management
100 hours of industry experience
Two graduate roles available annually
Football Development Program with Dustin Fletcher
Pathways into RMIT undergraduate programs
BUILD YOUR NETWORK IN SPORT
With direct access to Essendon Football Club staff and industry mentors, students gain a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day administration and operations of a professional AFL club.
Through placement hours at Essendon Football Club, students can build valuable industry connections and expand their professional network across the AFL landscape.
Throughout the year, EEA also delivers exclusive networking events and industry engagement opportunities, connecting students with like-minded peers and experienced sports industry professionals to support their career development and growth.
SEMESTER 1
BSBPEF401 - Manage personal health and wellbeing
BSBPEF502 - Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBOPS602 - Develop and implement business plans
BSBOPS502 - Manage business operational plan
SITEEVT028 - Manage onsite event operations
BSBLDR523 - Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
BSBSTR503 - Develop organisational policy
BSBWHS521 - Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBMKT541 - Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
SIRXMKT005 - Develop a marketing strategy
SEMESTER 2
BSBOPS504 - Manage business risk
SISSSCO011 - Manage integrity in sport
BSBSUS511 - Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSBSTR502 - Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBPMG430 - Undertake project work
BSBCMM511 - Communicate with influence
BSBTWK502 - Manage team effectiveness
BSBFIN501 - Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBOPS501 - Manage business resources
BSBCRT511 - Develop critical thinking in others
BSBXCM501 - Lead communication in the workplace
CURRICULUM
