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Sports Management is a growing field that blends business management principles with the sports industry. It covers areas like sports marketing, event management, sponsorship, analytics, athlete representation, and facility management.

‍Steps to Build a Career in Sports Management‍

1. Complete Your Schooling (Class 12):
   
   • Any stream (Science, Commerce, or Humanities)can pursue sports management.
   • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are key.
2. Pursue a Bachelor's Degree in in Sports Management:
   
   • Look for BBA/B.Sc./BA in Sports Management or a related business degree with sports modules.
3. Specialize with a Master’s Degree:
   
   • Opt for MBA/M.Sc. in Sports Management or Sports Business to gain advanced knowledge.
4. Gain Industry Experience:
   
   • Internships with sports teams, leagues (IPL,NBA, EPL), academies, or event organizations.
   • Volunteer at sports events to gain practical experience.
5. Skills to Develop:
   • Sports Marketing and Sponsorship
   • Event Planning and Coordination
   • Sports Analytics and Data Management
   • Athlete Representation and Negotiation
   • Financial and Facility Management
6. Certifications (Optional):
   • Professional certifications like FIFA/CIES International Programme, online courses from Coursera and edX.

Top Bachelor’s Degrees & Institutions for Sports Management

India‍

• Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences, Pune
  
  • Program: BBA in Sports Management.
• National Academy of Sports Management (NASM),Mumbai
  
  • Program: Bachelor of Sports Management (BSM).
• IISM (International Institute of Sports Management), Mumbai
  
  • Program: Bachelors in Sports Management.
• Amity School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Noida
  
  • Program: B.Sc. in Astrophysics.
• Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
  • Program: BBA in Sports Management.

USA

• University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
  
  • Program: BBA in Sport Management.
• University of Florida
  
  • Program: Bachelor of Science in Sport Management.
• Ohio University
  
  • Program: Bachelor of Sport Management.
• University of Massachusetts Amherst
  
  • Program: B.Sc. in Sport Management.
• Indiana University Bloomington
  • Program: B.Sc. in Sport Marketing and Management.

UK

• Loughborough University
  
  • Program: B.Sc. in Sport Management.
• University of Liverpool
  
  • Program: BA in Sports Business.
• University of Edinburgh
  
  • Program: B.Sc. in Sport and Recreation Management.
• Manchester Metropolitan University
  
  • Program: B.Sc. in Sport Business Management.
• Coventry University
  • Program: BA in Sport Management.

Master’s Degrees to Pursue

1. M.Sc. in Sports Management
2. MBA in Sports Management
3. M.Sc. in Sports Business and Leadership
4. M.Sc. in International Sports Management
5. M.A. in Sports Administration
 

Master’s Degrees to Pursue

1. Sports Marketing Manager
2. Event Manager (Sports Tournaments/Leagues)
3. Athlete Manager/Agent
4. Facility Manager (Stadiums, Training Centers)
5. Sports Data Analyst
6. Sponsorship and Branding Specialist
7. Sponsorship and Branding Specialist

Key Tips for Success in Sports Management

• Network with professionals, sports teams, and organizations.
• Attend global sporting events and seminars.
• Stay updated on sports business trends and technologies.
• Build a strong portfolio showcasing internships, volunteering, and leadership roles.

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