Sports Management

About this programme

Are you looking for a unique business management degree? If you have a passion for sport, a career in sports management could be your dream job. You don’t need to be a sports enthusiast to pursue this degree. The sports industry is one of the UK’s most dynamic sectors, supporting around 1.3 million jobs and contributing over £63 billion to the economy (Gov UK). Employment in the sector continues to grow across Europe. Our Sports Management BA has been developed in partnership with some of London’s leading sports clubs, agencies and governing bodies, including Queens Park Rangers and the MCC at Lords. The course includes practical work experience with a sports club or agency, helping you graduate work-ready. Whether you go on to work as a marketing manager for a Premiership club, sports analyst, sponsorship executive or diversity advisor, the career pathways are varied and rewarding. Our innovative, industry-focused course develops your knowledge of contemporary business management in the wider sports industry. You’ll gain a strong understanding of how the industry operates while exploring the challenges facing sports organisations, including sustainability, diversity, and the impact of new technologies on sports marketing, management and customer engagement. Specialist optional modules allow you to tailor your studies to your interests, including marketing and management, entrepreneurial enterprise, event management, sustainability, and social media innovation. Where better to study than in a centre of sporting excellence? With 12 professional football teams, two Premi