Master of Business Administration - Major in Sports Management

Entry requirements

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in a related field
• IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 74 (English Official English exam results) or proof of studying previously in an English speaking environment for a minimum of 3 years
• Scanned copy of all required academic diplomas, transcripts and academic certificates obtained
• A 500-word essay: What can you bring to the GBS community?
• Photocopy of valid passport / National ID
• Resume/CV
• 1 reference letter
• Prerequisite: Knowledge of Accounting, Finance, Economics. If prerequisites are not studied previously, Pre-Master classes can be taken during summer or with online level courses such as Peregrine and obtaining a minimum of 60% on the self-tests.

Months of entry

February, September

Course content

• Develop your technical skills required to become an effective industry professional.
• Gain insight into practical business planning and management.
• Learn how to efficiently plan sporting events
• Manage team organization, merchandising, and marketing.

* This program is available at Geneva Business School - Barcelona and Madrid Campus only

Program Structure

The program requires the successful completion of 90 credits. The program consists of 4 groups of courses common for all Masters, from which students may select the desired subjects to study: Core Courses (21 ECTS), Elective Courses (15 ECTS), the Orientation Courses (18 ECTS) and the Master Thesis (36 ECTS), which are mandatory to complete the selected major. The orientation week will focus on your Sports Management major and you will be able to present your final project to your tutors and get feedback and guidance towards its completion.

Beyond the main Business modules offered within each major, students also take specialization courses, such as:

• Media Relations and Communications in Sports
• International Sports Federations and Organizations
• Sports Organization - Strategic Management
• The Business of Football
• Managing Talent in the Sports Industry
• Sports Industry Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship

Carrer Opportunities

The program is of particular relevance to those working, or planning to work as:

• Product Management Directors
• Public Relations Managers
• Sports Marketing Analysts
• Athletic Directors
• Sports Agents
• Marketing Directors
• Social Media Managers

Fees and funding

Barcelona Campus

Application Fee: €150 (Non-refundable, paid upon application)

Administration Fee: €1,900 (One time fee, refund of 80% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities)

Tuition per semester: €7,460 (Total 1.5 year program/ 3 semesters) (Refund of 100% if the entry visa or the residence permit is refused by the Visa Authorities)