From Asia to Europe and to America, sport is a global phenomenon and supporters, participants and owners all play their part.

Degree overview

The Global Institute of Sport's (GIS) unique MSc International Sport Management provides an unparalleled educational and experiential opportunity for aspiring sports leaders.

This pioneering programme has been developed as a transformational journey suited for graduates of all disciplines, as well as for current professionals working within various sectors of the sport industry, for example in management, marketing or operations.

This pioneering programme has been developed as a transformational journey suited for graduates of all disciplines, as well as for current professionals working within various sectors of the sport industry, for example in management, marketing or operations.

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. The international elements of this degree provide students with the skills and experience to progress in a multi-billion-pound global industry.

Graduates of the MSc International Sport Management degree have gone on to work in roles for organisations such as:

• Campaign Executive - DAZN
• Sports Marketing - Nike
• Stock and Sales Coordinator - Arsenal FC
• French Content Editor - 90min Media
• Marketing Assistant - West Ham United FC
• Head of Academy Recruitment - Morecambe FC
• Park Facility Project Officer - Lawn Tennis Association
• Catering System Manager - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium