Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Sports Business Management INTO Group - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK

In the sports industry, the performance of the business behind the scenes is just as important as the performance on the pitch. By bringing management theory into the practical world, our Sports Business Management degree will help foster the understand and ability you’ll need for a career in the sport, recreation and leisure industries.  

When you study with us, you will develop practical expertise in management, marketing, finance, strategy and events delivery. This includes the legal frameworks, commercialisation, leadership, enterprise and governance of sport.  

You will learn how to apply management theory, concepts and principles to sport management issues in a practical way. There is a strong emphasis on creativity and its application to real-life business challenges, such as running recruitment campaigns, developing marketing strategies or interpreting the likes and wants of consumers through market research.  

Throughout your studies, you will find opportunities to build experience and grow your network, by completing work-related assignments and undertaking work experience placements. With so much sport on our doorstep, from globally recognised teams, venues and brands, there’s a huge opportunity to visit and learn directly from the industry.  

Features And Benefits

• Learn from the experts – our teaching staff have experience at all levels of sport and work with some of the big organisations in the industry.
• Triple accredited – our business school holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.
• Enhance your employability – through activities including internships, volunteering or learning a new language. With our award-winning ‘Rise at Manchester Met’ programme you can gain extra academic credits towards your degree.
• Enhancing the student experience - Manchester Metropolitan University Institute of Sport brings together sport-related education from across the University to deliver a world-leading curriculum.