Hartpury College

Course Details

BA (Hons) Sports Business Management

Course Description

If you have a passion for sport and want to pursue a career in any of the exciting business management sectors of the sports industry then this course is ideal for you. This degree provides a mix of the core principles required by business professionals in any setting, such as finance, strategy, marketing and people skills complemented by a range of applied skills in sports industry specific contexts, preparing you to meet the challenges faced by professionals working in the sports industry. With the legacy of the Olympic and Paralympic Games increasing sports participation at all levels, the industry will need effective and efficient sports managers with the knowledge and skills in this expanding sector. If you have a passion for sport and want to pursue a career in any of the exciting business management sectors of the sports industry then this course is ideal for you. This degree provides a mix of the core principles required by business professionals in any setting, such as finance, strategy, marketing and people skills complemented by a range of applied skills in sports industry specific contexts, preparing you to meet the challenges faced by professionals working in the sports industry. You will also have the chance to attain an industry recognised Institute of Leadership & Management Level 2 qualification. This degre The programme incorporates a work placement within the second year of study giving students valuable industry experience and networking opportunities. Students from 2013 will have the chance to attain an industry recognised Institute of Leadership & Management level 2 qualification alongside this course. Graduates from this programme have been succesful in gaining employment in executive marketing roles, sports PR, club management and in setting up their own businesses and in general Masters study

Course Duration

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3year

Career outcomes

Graduates may take up operational management roles within the sports sector. Alternative careers include managing sport development programmes, services and facilities.




BA (Hons) Sports Business Management Hartpury College