One of the largest industries that based on its historic support has an intrinsic association with sports.

 

This course looks at how brands can associate themselves with the passion, values and loyalty associated with sports organisations; looking specifically at how to approach sponsorship from a brand, rights holder and agency perspective, to valuing a sponsorship asset and much more; giving you a rounded view of the sector and how it works.

 

(For more information on the contents of each module, you can click on the module breakdown tab to the right).

 

But first, what are the modules, and who are the industry playmakers leading the courses?

 

   Regional DifferencesEelco van der Noll, Head of Global Partnerships & Entertainment

 

   Methods of Sponsorships: Ricardo Fort, Former Head of Global Sponsorships

 

   Brand Activation: Dylan Wyn Pugh, Head of Commercial

 

   Values & Objectives: Fergus Geekie, Former Head of International Commercial and Marketing

 

   Benefits of Sponsorships: Rich Barker, Managing Director

 

Events as a Sponsorship Platform: Alexandra Smith, Commercial Director

 

   Measuring Value: Roger Breum, Director of Marketing

 

  Sponsorship or Partnership: Tim Crow, Former CEO of Synergy & Founder of Crow Business Services

 

 

Welcome to iSportLearn (Optional)
Complexities of Measuring Sponsorship Lesson
Complexities of Measuring Sponsorship Quiz
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Game changing: Digital & Data Lesson
Game changing: Digital & Data Quiz
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Evolution of Measurement Lesson
Evolution of Measurement Quiz
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Complexities of Sponsorships Lesson (Subtitles available)
Complexities of Sponsorships Quiz
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Targeting Local & Global Audiences Lesson (Subtitles available)
Targeting Local & Global Audiences Quiz
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Emerging Trends Lesson (Subtitles available)
Emerging Trends Quiz
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Ways of Sponsoring Lesson
Ways of Sponsoring Quiz
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Importance of Variety Lesson
Importance of Variety Quiz
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Adapting to the Times Lesson
Adapting to the Times Quiz
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Evolution of Sponsorships Lesson
Evolution of Sponsorships Quiz
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Key differences: Sponsorship & Partnerships Lesson
Key differences: Sponsorship & Partnerships Quiz
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The Future of Sponsorship Lesson
The Future of Sponsorship Quiz
Understanding your Rights as a Sponsor Lesson
Understanding your Rights as a Sponsor Quiz
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How to Activate your Rights Lesson
How to Activate your Rights Quiz
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Digital Innovation: A new playground Lesson
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Understanding Values & Objectives Lesson
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Finding Alignment Lesson
Finding Alignment Quiz
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Opportunities: Future of Sponsorship Lesson
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Embracing Sponsorship Lesson
Embracing Sponsorship Quiz
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Perks of Sponsorship Lesson
Perks of Sponsorship Quiz
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Evolution of Sponsorship Lesson
Evolution of Sponsorship Quiz
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Diversification & Personalisation Lesson
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Creating an Experience Lesson
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Engagement & Performance Lesson
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  • We would recommend you watch the 6-minute welcome video from our CEO and Chairman which you can find here which explains the why, the what, the benefits and the purpose of the iSportLearn project
  • We want to give you affordable access to the very best ‘Playmakers’ in the industry. Hugely experienced people working at the very best companies that operate within the business of sport. 
  • We are part of iSportConnect who have the world’s largest private network of sports business professionals and have been at the centre of the sports industry for over 10 years.
  • Each course has eight modules led by an industry Playmaker. 
  • Each module is broken into three lessons which are followed by their own short quiz made up of three multiple choice questions. The questions are purely to ensure you have listened and taken in what has been discussed.
  • Please also read the FAQ below on What is Included? (subtitles etc) as these are super helpful
  • All of our contributors/speakers are called Playmakers
  • They are some of the most senior executives working at some of the most important brands across the Industry - Brands, Federations, Governing Bodies, Teams, Broadcasters, etc
  • iSportLearn is all about changing the sports Industry for the better and the Playmaker is traditionally the one person on the sports field that makes the most difference to a match. So we thought this was the most appropriate name for them.
  • Yes, there are multiple choice quizzes throughout the lessons. 
  • It is very important you take your time as we will create a record of those that pass first time and those that require multiple attempts. 
  • To help answer the questions you should ensure you download all the resources. Again - please do read the What is Included? FAQ below
  • Once you start the quiz you can’t dip in and out. Every time you do it is counted as a failed attempt. 
  • We will be working with employers to select those that pass the course with the minimal amount of attempts.
  • Every Playmaker has a different style so it is important to be attentive. 
  • You can use the site to take notes and most of the lessons use slides and graphics 
  • All the slides and graphics are available as downloads via the download button to the right of the video/screen when taking the course. 
  • All courses are spoken in English and each course is between 6-8 hours in length. 
  • The content is practical rather than academic and you can use the site.
  • Every course will eventually have subtitles (use the cc button on the video).
  • While you are taking the course you will see a download button to the right of the Playmaker screen where we will have the subtitles as a downloadable transcript alongside any slides that were used and a glossary of industry terms and abbreviations. These may well help you when it comes to the quiz.
  • All resources for a Module will be available for download in Lesson 1 of that particular module 
  • The Introduction to Sport course will cost $99 for all x8 modules
  • Each Level 1 course also contains x8 modules and will cost $139
  • We believe in continuous growth via knowledge so whether you are looking to break into the industry or take your skills to the next level, our courses can help you get there. 
  • You will learn some really practical information from some of the very top people within the sports industry. 
  • This will enable you to take your career forward or give you that little bit extra when applying for your first/next role. Help you stand out from the crowd.
  • iSportLearn is part of the iSportConnect family who have been at the centre of the sports industry for over 10 years. We built, designed and put the platform together. 
  • The actual course content was created by iSportLearn working alongside the same very senior Playmakers that we handpicked from the sports industry to give you this knowledge. So it really does come from the industry itself.
  • To start this course all you need to do is click on the enrol button on the homepage. 
  • You will first need to register to access the courses and then we use the trusted Stripe payment method. We have designed this to be as simple and smooth an experience as we can
  • We will collect your personal data at the end of the course so it’s easy to get started
  • At this stage all courses are in English.
  • All will eventually have subtitles and you will have a downloadable transcript available. This will be found via the download button once you start taking the courses.
  • We will be translating the courses into other languages in due course such as Chinese (Mandarin), Indian (Hindi), Spanish, German & French.
  • Once you have completed the course everyone will obtain a unique digital certificate that can be automatically added to your LinkedIn profile. 
  • All certificates will carry a QR code that can be confirmed by a future/current employer at our official accreditation site.
  • iSportLearn has created a Foundation solely to increase diversity among people working within the sports industry. 
  • To do that, when you pay for a course, money will be put into a foundation. We will then work with other Foundations within the sports industry to create a larger pot of money. 
  • This money will be used to provide scholarships, job opportunities and also to fund free courses for those people who are more seriously disadvantaged or who would not have considered the sport industry as an option available to them.

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