MSc Sport Management

A sector that shows no sign of slowing down, the sports industry now requires the personnel with the skills, knowledge and acumen to lead it into the future. From people management to marketing strategy and from event organisation to effective leadership, it’s vital to understand how sport operates.

Location: UCFB Wembley, UCFB Etihad Campus

Overview

In addition to our teaching locations, we also use specialist facilities throughout the academic year as well as additional facilities where required.

“The opportunities available at UCFB give a completely different edge to your CV that will undoubtedly boost your chances of getting a good job within the sports industry.”

Joan Sospedra, Hispanic Content Manager & Finance Assistant at South Georgia Tormenta FC

Modules

Our MSc Sport Management modules have been developed in order

Semester 1

• Financial & Human Capital Management
• Strategic Sports Marketing Management
• Sustainable Stadium & Event Management
• Leadership & Influence in Sport

Semester 2

• Corporate Strategy in a Sporting Context
• Current Themes in Sports Law

Semester 3

• Dissertation & Research Methods

Entry requirements

You will have a Bachelor’s degree with 2:1 classification or an international equivalent. International students that require an IELTS must have an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening, or recognised equivalent). Relevant academic experience in business, marketing or sport is desirable.

Applicants will be expected to participate in and pass an Academic led interview with senior members of the UCFB team, as well as submitting an outstanding personal statement and highly supportive academic and professional references.

Interviews can be held over Skype or at our UCFB Wembley campus, successful applicants will be invited to attend one of our interview sessions following a review of their application.

If you are unsure whether you meet the entry criteria for this programme, or whether you require IELTS results, please email mastersenquiries@ucfb.com with a copy of your most recent CV including nationality, visa status if applicable, and undergraduate degree transcripts. Candidates with a strong CV may qualify for a supplementary admissions interview to support their academic application.

International students

UCFB cannot currently sponsor non-EU students’ visas.

You will not need a visa to study in the UK if:

• You are a British citizen
• You are a citizen of a European Economic Area (EEA) member state or Switzerland
• You have a visa to stay in the UK for another purpose that allows you to study

If you are still unsure whether you would need a visa to study in the UK, or for more information, please contact compliance@ucfb.com. You can also study one of our Online postgraduate degrees.

Application documents

Relevant documents for EU, UK and international applications:

• Completed and signed application form;
• Personal statement;
• Copy of transcripts of highest qualification achieved and English translations (if applicable);
• One academic and one professional reference and English translation (if applicable);
• Copy of proof of English language level e.g. IELTS (if applicable).

How to apply

To apply for this programme please complete the application form, then return the completed form and relevant documents as instructed to mastersenquiries@ucfb.com.

Career Prospects

The specificity of sport, with its high media coverage and numerous stakeholders, requires managers to have uniquely honed business skills and an in-depth knowledge of the principles of sport management. The programme has been developed for those with aspirations towards senior management positions within the core functional departments of the sport management industry, spanning business development, marketing, finance, operations and media.