Master of Sport Management
Master of Sport Management
The Master of Sport Management provides advanced insights into the operation of the sport industry, both in Australia and internationally. The course is designed to develop professional skills and knowledge to equip students for collaborative and leadership positions in the fast growing, increasingly complex sport sector. With this in mind,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Sport Management provides advanced insights into the operation of the sport industry, both in Australia and internationally. The course is designed to develop professional skills and knowledge to equip students for collaborative and leadership positions in the fast growing, increasingly complex sport sector. With this in mind, the program includes subjects that develop a critical understanding of sport management across the areas of business, globalisation, governance, marketing, media, development, technology, innovation, and social impact. Importantly, the course is designed for students from diverse backgrounds and delivered using flexible learning methods, thus making it suitable for working professionals as well as domestic and international students.
More than ever, the global sport marketplace is in need of professionals with managerial and commercial but also sport-specific knowledge. With this in mind, the course develops advanced skill sets needed for managers to operate in the increasingly complex and dynamic sport industry.
Course aims
The Master of Sport Management combines business literacy with sport-specific management learning. It provides theories, models and practical case studies in order to understand the complex nature of the sport industry. The course aims to produce graduates who:
Are effective, collaborative and responsive professionals capable of managing, leading and inspiring in the field of sport management.
Exhibit reflective critical thinking to optimise decision making and positive change through creative, evidence-based solutions.
Take personal, social and ethical responsibility for their contribution to the sport industry.
Acquire knowledge of methods to increase managerial performance and positive social impact through sport.
Advance professional relationships through teamwork and engagement in a multi-faceted and diverse sport environment.
Demonstrate cultural competency across a variety of sports and social settings.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 72 credit points made up of 11 subjects, comprising nine core subjects (54 credit points), one elective subject (6 credit points), and either Industry Research Project or Internship Experience (12 credit points).
Careers
Graduates may pursue careers in fields such as sport management, sport marketing, sport event management, venue and operations management, sports development, sport policy, international relations, and sports administration.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
