Sport professionals operate in environments shaped by competition, scrutiny and continuous performance expectations. Sustaining effectiveness over time requires not only technical competence, but also resilience, self‑management and recovery strategies.
This two‑day programme draws inspiration from elite athletes to explore how high performers manage pressure, setbacks, energy and focus. The course examines performance habits, mindset and physiological principles that support consistent delivery in demanding sport environments.
Participants develop a structured understanding of how athlete‑tested performance strategies can be transferred to professional life in sport. The programme connects sport psychology with everyday workplace realities, supporting sustainable performance, decision‑making and long‑term wellbeing.
9-10 February 2027
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1’400
Price
English
Language
How will you benefit ?
Develop a performance mindset inspired by elite sport
Learn how to manage pressure, workload and setbacks, maintaining a performing physiology
Strengthen resilience, adaptability and self-preservation in demanding environments
Apply athlete-tested habits to professional performance, preserving mind and body
Participant Profile
Sport professionals working in demanding or high‑pressure roles
Early‑career professionals facing heavy workloads or deadlines
Individuals seeking to strengthen resilience and self‑management
Professionals aiming to sustain long‑term performance in sport
Experts in international leadership and cultural intelligence, sociologists and organisational specialists, and professionals with experience leading global teams in international sport environments.
Fees
On-Site Participation
Registration fee: CHF 1’400*
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Special conditions:
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350
Overview
Sport does not operate in isolation. It is shaped by social, cultural and political dynamics that influence how organisations are governed, perceived and held accountable.
This two‑day programme introduces participants to sport sociology, exploring how power, identity, media, fandom and governance structures shape modern sport ecosystems. The course examines how sport interacts with broader societal trends and stakeholder expectations.
Participants gain a structured understanding of societal pressures affecting sport through applied case studies and external perspectives. The programme supports informed decision‑making in environments of visibility, scrutiny and reputational risk.
1-2 February 2027
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1,400.-
Price
English
Language
Key learning and objectives
Understand key concepts and theories in sport sociology
Analyse how power, identity and culture influence sport organisations
Examine the role of media, fandom and consumption of sport
Understand governance and organisational structures in professional sport
Anticipate stakeholder, reputational and societal challenges in sport contexts
Course Leader
Bertrand Fincoeur, Education & Development Senior Manager, Anti-Doping Senior Manager, FISU – International University Sports Federation Senior Lecturer in Sport Sociology, AISTS – International Academy of Sport Science and Technology Senior Lecturer, EPFL – Ecole Polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne
External speakers from International Federations and sport organisations
Sociologists, media experts and professionals working at the intersection of sport and society
Participant Profile
Professionals in sport organisations with public visibility
Staff working in communications, governance or events
Professionals managing stakeholder relationships
Individuals interested in sport’s societal impact
Fees
The course fee for the 2026 Short Programme is CHF 1’400.-
Special conditions:
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350!
If you would like to register, or are unsure about the above eligibility, please contact us at admissions@aists.org.
Overview
Safety, wellbeing and safeguarding are now core responsibilities for sport organisations, influencing governance, daily operations, athlete welfare and organisational reputation.
This two‑day programme introduces participants to safeguarding, health management and wellbeing in sport, with a focus on the role of non‑medical professionals. The course explores how physical health, mental wellbeing and duty of care intersect in modern sport environments.
Participants gain a structured understanding of risk identification and response through real cases from elite sport and major events. The programme connects ethical principles with operational practice, enabling participants to contribute to safer, healthier and more credible sport organisations.
9-10 September 2026
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1,400.-
Price
English
Language
Key learning and objectives
Understand key principles of health promotion, injury prevention and wellbeing in sport
Recognise safeguarding risks and understand how abuse manifests in different contexts
Appreciate the link between mental health, physical health and performance
Clarify the role of non-medical professionals in duty of care and safeguarding
Apply ethical and integrity frameworks to real organisational decisions
Contribute to safer policies, better communication and healthier sport cultures
Course Leader
Boris Gojanovic, President, Sport & Exercise Medicine Switzerland SEMS Health & Performance Medical Director, Hôpital de La Tour Lecturer at AISTS & AISTS India Affiliate attending physician and researcher, CHUV/ Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois
Young professionals and junior managers in sport organisations
Professionals working directly or indirectly with athletes
Individuals involved in integrity, governance, HR, operations or events
Professionals seeking a foundational understanding of safeguarding, health and wellbeing in sport
* No medical background is required.
Fees
The course fee for the 2026 Short Programme is CHF 1’400.-
Special conditions:
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350!
If you would like to register, or are unsure about the above eligibility, please contact us at admissions@aists.org.
Overview
Sport organisations constantly adapt to new governance requirements, technologies, societal expectations and event models. Managing change effectively is essential to maintain performance, engagement and credibility.
This two‑day programme introduces participants to change management in sport environments, focusing on people, culture and organisational dynamics rather than abstract models. The course explores how change affects individuals and teams within sport organisations.
Participants develop a structured understanding of how to support transitions through applied cases and practical tools. The programme enables participants to manage resistance, engagement and uncertainty while sustaining organisational performance during change.
9-10 March 2027
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1,400.-
Price
English
Language
Key learning and objectives
Discover change management principles and apply them to sport organisations
Learn to support teams through transitions and uncertainty
Develop practical tools for managing resistance and engagement
Understand why change initiatives succeed or fail in sport
Participant Profile
Professionals involved in organisational change or transformation
Junior managers supporting teams through transitions
Staff working on innovation or restructuring initiatives
Individuals seeking practical change‑management tools in sport
The course fee for the 2026 Short Programme is CHF 1’400.-
Special conditions:
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350!
If you would like to register, or are unsure about the above eligibility, please contact us at admissions@aists.org.
Overview
Sport organisations operate across borders, cultures and professional backgrounds, making diversity a defining factor of leadership and organisational performance. In international sport, the ability to lead across difference is a competitive advantage rather than a compliance obligation.
This two‑day programme introduces participants to cultural intelligence, cognitive diversity and inclusive leadership in global sport environments. The course explores how culture and perspective shape communication, authority, collaboration and decision‑making in sport organisations.
Participants develop a structured and applied understanding of leading diverse teams through practical exercises and sport‑specific cases. The programme connects research‑based frameworks with real organisational challenges, enabling participants to build inclusive processes that enhance performance and innovation.
20-21 October 2026
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1’400
Price
English
Language
How will you benefit ?
Develop cultural intelligence for leadership in international sport contexts
Lead and communicate effectively across cultural differences
Understand cognitive diversity as a driver of performance and innovation
Build inclusive decision‑making and collaboration processes
Manage miscommunication, tension and conflict in global sport teams
Participant Profile
Professionals working in international or multicultural sport environments
Early‑career managers leading or contributing to diverse teams
Staff involved in leadership, management, governance or HR
Individuals seeking to strengthen inclusive leadership capabilities
Course Leader
Gautier Vasseur Founder & Lead Advisor, The Champions’ Board
Experts in international leadership and cultural intelligence, sociologists and organisational specialists, and professionals with experience leading global teams in international sport environments.
Fees
On-Site Participation
Registration fee: CHF 1’400*
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Special conditions:
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350
Overview
Communication is a core capability in sport organisations, where decisions are made under pressure and messages are often delivered in highly visible and sensitive contexts.
This two‑day programme focuses on communicating with clarity, influence and confidence in sport‑specific environments. The course explores how messages are structured, delivered and perceived by different stakeholders within sport ecosystems.
Participants gain a structured understanding of effective communication through applied exercises and real sport cases. The programme connects theory with practice, enabling participants to communicate more clearly, influence constructively and engage stakeholders with confidence.
22-23 March 2027
Date
On-site
Format
CHF 1’400
Price
English
Language
How will you benefit ?
Understand what it means to communicate and influence
Use nonverbal communication to influence and align stakeholders in sport contexts
Engage and convince within the meeting room
Improve clarity and impact of professional communication
Communicate effectively in high-pressure or sensitive situations
Participant Profile
Young professionals and emerging managers in sport organisations
Staff interacting with teams, athletes, partners or media
Professionals involved in presentations or stakeholder communication
Individuals seeking to improve clarity and confidence in communication
Course Leader
Bradford Horn
Principal, Main and Fair Strategies, LLC
Professor of Practice, Public Relations, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives, Public Relations, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
AISTS Alumni benefit from a 25% discount: Save CHF 350
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