In this program, learn how governments leverage sport as a tool of state, navigate the risks of hosting major sporting events, and address threats.
Governments globally are investing billions of dollars into sport each year. From the Saudi government’s massive investments to control prestigious sporting equities in football, Formula One and golf, to Australian government efforts to secure a National Rugby League license for Papua New Guinea, sport has evolved into a high-stakes arena intersecting business and geopolitics.
Introducing our new course ‘Sport, Statecraft, and Security’ – a unique exploration into the strategic nexus of sport and national security. Learn how governments leverage sport as a tool of state, navigate the risks of hosting major sporting events, and address threats to the integrity of the sporting world. Tailored for government officials and sport industry professionals alike, this program offers invaluable insights into a rapidly evolving landscape.
Professional development program: for more details or to enrol please email epd.nsc@anu.edu.au