Qatar Olympic Academy Launches 16th Edition of Advanced Sports Management Diploma Program

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April 26, 2026
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26-April-2026

Qatar Olympic Academy Launches 16th Edition of Advanced Sports Management Diploma Program

DOHA – The Qatar Olympic Academy has officially launched the 16th edition of its Advanced Sports Management Diploma Program, delivered in partnership with and accredited by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Olympic Solidarity, and the International Olympic Academy, reaffirming its commitment to developing qualified sports leaders and administrators across the region.

The prestigious program has attracted more than 50 participants from diverse sporting, administrative, and academic backgrounds, representing Qatar as well as several countries across the Gulf and Arab region. The cohort also includes a distinguished group of Qatari, Gulf, and Arab athletes, further enriching the program’s dynamic learning environment.

The opening module of the diploma program was conducted over four days under the theme “Organizational Structures of Sports and Olympic Institutions,” providing participants with comprehensive insights into the governance frameworks and operational systems of sports organizations and Olympic bodies.

The diploma consists of seven specialized modules running from April 20 through December, with participants attending in person at the Academy’s headquarters for four days each month, ensuring an intensive and interactive learning experience.

The second module is scheduled to take place from May 18 to 21 under the theme of strategic planning. It will address key areas including the preparation of the strategic process, analysis of the sports organization’s internal and external environment, and the development of vision, values, mission, and strategic objectives, in addition to action planning, monitoring, and performance evaluation.

Upon successful completion of all modules and submission of their final projects, participants will be awarded an official diploma certificate issued by the International Olympic Committee. The certificate will bear the signature of Kirsty Coventry, President of the IOC, as well as HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee. Participants will also receive individual certificates upon the completion of each module, recognizing their progress throughout the program.