Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Sports Psychology (PGDSP/EDSP)

The PG Diploma/Executive Diploma in Sports Psychology is a specialized field of psychology that focuses on understanding and improving the mental, emotional, and Behavioral aspects of sports and exercise performance. It examines how psychological factors influence athletic performance and how participation in sports and physical activity affects mental well-being.

Programme Overview:

The PG Diploma / Executive Diploma in Sports Psychology is a practice-oriented programme designed to develop psychological knowledge and applied skills for enhancing performance, mental well-being, and resilience in sports and exercise settings.

The programme integrates core psychological theories, counselling skills, mental skills training, and sport-specific applications, with special emphasis on motivation, stress management, confidence, focus, and emotional regulation in athletes.

A key feature of the programme is the integration of sports nutrition from a psychological and neurobiological perspective, highlighting the role of diet, energy balance, neurotransmitters, and eating behavior in performance and mental health.

The curriculum addresses contemporary athlete challenges such as performance anxiety, burnout, injury-related stress, body image issues, and ethical practice, while promoting gender sensitivity and cultural relevance.

This programme prepares learners for applied roles in sports and fitness settings and provides a strong foundation for advanced study in sports psychology.

Programme Structure

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Module 1: Introduction to Psychology

• Meaning and Nature of Psychology
• Major Schools and Approaches in Psychology
• Branches of Psychology
• Scope of Psychology

Module 2: Foundations of Sports Psychology

• Introduction to Sports Psychology
• History and development of sports psychology
• Role of a Sports Psychologist
• Career Path and Future Scope
• Psychology of Sports, Exercise and Performance
• Athlete Development Across the Lifespan
• Gender roles and stereotypes in sports

Module 3: Biological & Physiological Bases of Sports Performance

• Biological Foundations of Sports Psychology
• Neuroanatomy and Athletic Performance
• Neurophysiology of Movement and Skill Execution
• Role of Neurotransmitters in Sports Performance
• Brain Imaging and Psychophysiological Assessment in Sports

Module 4: Counseling Skills and Techniques in Sports Psychology

• Definition of Counselling, Goals and objective of Counselling
• History of Counselling
• Techniques and Skills of Counselling
• Role and Responsibilities of Sports Therapists
• Basic crisis management in sports situations
• Ethical considerations in therapeutic relationships

Module 5: Motivation, Personality and Individual Differences

• Types & Theories of Motivation in Sports
• Personality theories relevant to athletes
• Personality assessment in sports
• Personality and Sports Performance
• Individual Differences in Sports Performance 

Module 6: Psychological Skills Training (PST)

• Mental Toughness & Goal Setting Techniques
• Imagery and Visualization
• Concentration and Attention Control
• Pre-competition and post-competition mental routines
• Designing basic PST programs for athletes
• Assessment Tools in Sports Psychology
• Technology in Sports Psychology

Module 7:  Injury, Rehabilitation, and Athlete Mental Health

• Psychological Models of Injury and Recovery
• Rehabilitation Psychology in Sports
• Pain Perception and Coping Mechanisms
• Introduction to Sports Injuries and Athlete Mental Health
• Psychological Interventions in Injury Rehabilitation

Module 8: Psychological Disorders and Performance Challenges in Athletes

• Stress, Anxiety and Emotional Regulation in Athletes
• Overtraining Syndrome and Psychological Burnout
• Introduction to Psychological Disorders in Sports
• Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues in Athletes
• Prevention and Psychological Interventions

Module 9: Group Dynamics, Team Cohesion and Leadership

• Group Behavior in Sports Teams
• Team cohesion and cooperation
• Leadership style in Sports
• Coach–athlete relationship
• Social facilitation and social loafing

Module 10: Sport, Exercise and Athlete Nutrition

• Role of Nutrients and Energy Expenditure
• Diet Plan for Athlete 
• Supplementation in Sports Nutrition
• Managing conflict in sports teams
• Social Psychology of Sports

Module 11: Sports Psychology and Nutrition

• Mind–body connection in athletic performance
• Mindfulness and mental rehearsal
• Role of nutrition in mood, focus, and motivation
• Nutritional Disorders in sports person

Module 12: Case Study

Module 13: Capstone Project

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certification Programmes.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the PG diploma programme is 12 months and maximum is 24 months. The minimum duration to complete the executive diploma programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and Part-time (Online Live Classes) both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the Modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination and Certification

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded. The PG Diploma/Executive Diploma in Sports Psychology by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Mantra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 22^nd Jan 2026.

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