Introduction to Sports Governance
School of Sports Leadership
6 Weeks
Online (with Live Sessions)
March 26, 2026
$145
Certificate Upon Completion
About Program
This program introduces learners to the structures, principles, and mechanisms that underpin governance in sport — locally and globally. It explores how decision-making, ethics, compliance, and leadership shape the sporting ecosystem, using African and international case studies.
Participants will gain insight into how governance impacts sport integrity, athlete welfare, commercialisation, and stakeholder trust.
Learning Objectives
Understand the concept, purpose, and evolution of sports governance.
Identify the key actors and institutions shaping governance at global, continental, and national levels.
Analyse governance frameworks, constitutions, and regulatory models in African sport.
Examine challenges of governance such as corruption, gender inequality, and weak institutional capacity.
Apply governance principles to improve transparency, accountability, and decision-making in sports organisations.
Evaluate real-world governance case studies from Africa and beyond.
Program Modules
Meet Your Instructors
Learn from seasoned experts with extensive experience in sports business management and strategy
Daniela Simão
A governance-driven strategic advisor with over a decade of experience in financial oversight, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya
A dual-qualified lawyer (Nigeria & UK) and regulatory compliance expert with over 19 years of experience in banking, capital markets, and sports law.
Career Outcomes
This programme equips learners with the knowledge and skills to excel in governance, compliance, and policy development within sport.
Graduates can take on roles as governance advisors, compliance officers, regulatory analysts, or sports administrators in clubs, federations, and governing bodies, contributing to transparency and effective leadership.