By bringing management theory into the practical world, our Sports Business Management degree will help foster the understanding and ability youll need for a career in the sport, recreation and leisure industries. Throughout the programme, well encourage you to think creatively, bringing your own ideas to tackle real-life business challenges, from running recruitment campaigns and managing events to developing a marketing strategy and conducting market research.With guest lectures from industry experts and field trips to sports clubs, youll meet plenty of professionals working in the sector. And with our connections across sport, were ready to help you gain vital experience. You can volunteer for organisations or events in the area, or spend a year studying abroad or working on an industry placement – developing your skills and boosting your career prospects.Once you've graduated, youll have everything you need to chart your future in the business of sport – following in the footsteps of some of our other graduates, working for organisations including Manchester City Football Club, Fanatics and Decathlon.