POSTGRADUATE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IN SPORT MSc

COURSE SUMMARYThis programme explores the evolving and

multi-faceted area of the management of sport

through core modules from business and bespoke

sport modules. In addition, the programme focuses

on ethical considerations, major competitions,

sports marketing, heritage, and sport’s political,

social, economic, and cultural contexts.

This course is ideal for students who are looking to

begin a career or are in the early stages of a career

in the sporting industry. During this course, you will

develop knowledge of business management and

sport on local, national, international and global

levels, preparing you for a career in the sector.

You will also have opportunities to get involved

with a #DMUglobal experience and choose a

language study option - a valuable skill in the

globalised world of sport. Students will also

gain international experience through the Sport

Heritage module. Previous trips have included the

Munich Olympic Park, the Garmisch-Partenkirchen

ski jump, and the Allianz Arena in Germany.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORKDe Montfort University (DMU) is a university

ranked Gold in the 2017 Teaching Excellence

Framework (TEF), the only Government-

endorsed measure of teaching quality in higher

education. This award recognises and rewards

high quality learning and teaching, focusing

on three main measures - quality of teaching,

learning environment and student outcomes.

Leicester Castle Business School is here to meet the needs of 21st century business.

Going Beyond Business As Usual, we offer an accessible learning environment that invites you to challenge convention while also providing you with the opportunity and tools to think, create and inspire. With our engaging networking opportunities and inspirational setting, we aim to provide you with not just a qualification, but a transformational experience.

The School is based in the historical setting of Leicester Castle, enhanced by a £4.2 million refurbishment.

Mega-Events: Global Sport in Perspective

Ethics in Sport Management and

Governance

Global Sports Marketing

Sports Heritage and Legacy Management

Strategic Management

Leadership and Culture in Organisational

Contexts

Managerial Economics

Sport Fieldwork Experience

Choose one from:

Executive Company Project

Entrepreneurship Project

Creative Research Project

COURSE MODULES

The course will give you the opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge covering the

following modules*:

*Course modules correct at time of print. Subject to change.

ENTRY CRITERIA

You should hold an undergraduate degree in

sport (management, science, or other sport

disciplines), event management, marketing,

media, business, or the humanities, with a

minimum pass of 2:1, or equivalent overseas

qualification. Students from other undergraduate

subjects will be considered on an individual basis

by the prorgramme leader.

Students may also be considered if they

have no formal qualifications but extensive

industry experience.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language an IELTS score

of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component or

equivalent is normally required.

Duration

September start - 15 months full-time

January start - 15 months full-time

For full course details, assessments, future

careers and employability, fees and funding and

how to apply, visit dmu.ac.uk/sportbusiness to

find out more

CAREER PROSPECTSA Business Management in Sport MSc will open up a wide range of career opportunities, developing a broad base of skills that are in great demand with global employers. You may

choose to pursue a career within governing bodies, federations, clubs, sponsors, marketing organisations, the media, local and central government, or legacy and heritage organisations.

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESThrough our international experience programme #DMUglobal, you will have the opportunity

to get involved in a wide range of international experiences whilst you study. As well as enriching your studies and broadening your cultural horizons, you will also develop key skills which are

valuable in today’s global industry. The opportunities include: academic-led trips, student-led trips, internships and placements, volunteering, and UK and on-campus activities.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY“I love travelling so when the opportunity arose to experience a new culture, see a new city and further my studies in my masters course I jumped at the chance. Being able to talk to different

individuals who work within the sporting sector has given me better scope for what I’d possibly like to specialise in or what career path I would like to take. The course modules and set up was very

appealing to me, as being a sports scholar at DMU, sport has always been a passion of mine.”

Matt Lilley

“This trip [Germany and Austria] has widened my vision and helped me appreciate the creativity that humans bring to the world of sport. I am newly inspired to share ideas, introduce a new perspective

and develop a creative project in my home country of Thailand.”

Prommanee Sombattpiboon

BENEFITS OF A BUSINESS

MANAGEMENT IN SPORT MSc

Valuable industry links including British

Bobsleigh and Skeleton Association,

Leicester City Football Club, Leicester

Tigers Rugby Club and Nottinghamshire

County Cricket Club

Modules specifically created to provide key

skills needed in today’s sport industry

Opportunities to gain valuable experience through sporting events and DMU sports clubs

Opportunity to complete an Executive Company Project, Entrepreneurship Project

or Creative Research Project

Mentoring and support from academics in the forefront of their fields

Peer support as a result of studying in small, talented tutor groups

Involvement with our #DMUglobal international experience programme

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