Sheffield Hallam University: Sport Business Management
| Institution | Sheffield Hallam University |
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| Department | Faculty of Health and Wellbeing |
| Web | http://www.shu.ac.uk |
| admissions@shu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | (+44) 0114 225 5533 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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Attain the knowledge, skills and attributes required for a professional career in sport.
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Work with world-class sports organisations on an industry-based project.
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Undertake an optional 12 weeks of industry placement.
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Gain a detailed understanding of the core aspects of sports business and finance.
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Benefit from the experience of tutors with substantial industry, research and consultancy experience.
This course builds upon your existing experience or qualifications in equipping you for an exciting career in sport. You'll learn the ins and outs of this ever-growing industry, gaining the contacts, skills and credentials that you need to make an impact in it.
How you learn
On this course, you will develop employability skills alongside detailed knowledge of the global sports industry. You will learn to identify and develop creative solutions for major clients, gain practical experience through optional industry placements and attain a sound theoretical grounding under tutelage from experienced specialists in world-class facilities. You will also have access to an employability adviser who will assist you with one-to-one sessions on application writing, preparation for interview, CV development and individually tailored career guidance.
You learn through
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lectures
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seminars
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workshops
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research projects for major clients
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optional industry placements
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independent learning
Applied learning Work placements
You have the option to complete a 12-week work placement, where you receive support and advice from a placement mentor alongside a member of the academic staff. We use our network of local, regional, national and international employers to help secure you a challenging and fulfilling placement.
Recent clients have included Manchester City FC, the International Cricket Council, the Singapore Sports Council, Badminton England, UFC (Ultimate Fight Championship), Sheffield United FC and Sheffield Wednesday FC.
Live projects
As part of your study, you will be required to undertake an industry-based research project, in which you work with sport organisations to develop solutions to problems or explore potential market opportunities.
Networking opportunities
With superb industry ties, as well as opportunities for work placements and research projects, this course offers ample opportunity for networking.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Normally a first degree 2:2 or above in a sport-related or business and management-related subject OR a first degree 2:2 or above in an unrelated subject, but with experience of working in sport or general business and management. We welcome enquiries from those who have substantial management experience but who do not have the normal entry requirements. We may invite you for an interview to discuss your particular background, experience and qualifications. Our aim is to ensure you can achieve success on this masters course, but please contact us if you wish to discuss your own concerns. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more Through accreditation of prior learning (APL), students may claim entry with credit or exemptions on the basis of their existing qualifications, knowledge and experience. If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. If your level of English language is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider an appropriate Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve the required level of English. |
| Location | Collegiate Crescent Campus Collegiate Crescent Sheffield S10 2BP |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
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| EU | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 8240 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 15450 GBP for Whole course |
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