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MBA Master of Business Administration (Sports Management)

Gain expert insight into sports venue management. Study business in a way that interests you. Fast-track your way to promotion.

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Key course information

Course codeCID1507
Duration12 months
Fee(s)View fees
LocationOn campus

Course summary

The MBA (Sports Management) is a specialist route that allows you to tailor your studies and prepare for a successful career in the sports industry. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast interested in business or aiming to become a leader in sports event or venue management, this MBA will equip you with the skills to thrive in this exciting field.

The MBA will help you develop key leadership skills and expertise in international business, digital innovation, and sustainability. Our course is designed to go beyond the classroom, with modules developed in partnership with employers to ensure you gain practical knowledge that can be applied in real-world business situations.

Throughout your studies, you’ll engage with guest speakers, participate in group challenges, and attend social events, all of which will help you build a strong professional network. You’ll also have the chance to make a real impact on local industries and become part of a diverse community of future business leaders, ready to tackle the challenges of 21st century business. As part of your experience, you'll have access to international mobility opportunities, allowing you to study abroad or participate in shorter programmes like summer courses, subject to visa requirements. Our global network of partners offers invaluable connections and real-world insights.

The MBA (Sports Management) is part of the South Shields FC International Academy programme, offering students the unique opportunity to train with the South Shields FC Academy alongside their studies.

If you're passionate about sports and business, this MBA route prepares you for senior roles in sports events, sports venue management, and other related fields. Many of our graduates move into leadership positions across various industries, including sports management, retail, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship.

What you'll study

Core modules

Many of our courses include a range of modules you can choose from. Some of these options may only be available if you’ve already studied specific required modules. If you’re not sure what you need before picking a module, your course leader can help.

Postgraduate module credits should total 180. If optional modules are available alongside core modules on your course, you should choose an amount that totals 180 credits.

How you'll learn

You’ll study two modules per semester and complete an individual research project. Each module is fully supported by an online learning environment where you'll access all the materials you need. You’ll attend weekly seminars where you come together to explore the module topics with fellow aspiring leaders and real industry practitioners.

You'll submit an assessment for each module to ensure you can progress. Assessments are coursework-based and take a variety of forms. From written reports, to academic posters, each assignment will test your ability to apply your learning in the classroom to real-world problems. The course culminates with a research project, which is a single, major piece of work on a topic of your choice.

Entry requirements

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Current undergraduate students of the University of Sunderland, please use this apply link.

Disclaimer

We want to make sure you have clear and accurate information about our courses. Our website always shows the latest updates. If you’ve applied and been offered a place, we’ll contact you in writing if anything important changes.

View our programme specifications(opens in new tab) for further information about what the course covers, learning outcomes and the skills you'll gain when you graduate.