Sport Management BA (Hons)
Course Code
UCAS Code: N285
International Code: FBLU101
Location
Coventry University (Coventry)
Study mode
Full-time
Sandwich
Duration
3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
Start date
September 2023
We are reviewing this course for 2023-24 entry and the validated module information will be added shortly. Please keep checking back on this course page to see our latest updates.
Course overview
Study level: Undergraduate
If you have a passion for sport, then this course aims to help you develop a range of practical business skills and knowledge that can be utilised in a variety of careers in this diverse, global and dynamic industry sector.
The sports industry is dynamic and engages people and organisations all over the world. By blending the areas of sport and management, this course seeks to explore the policy, planning, management and delivery of sport-related services, products and activities.
Global Ready
An international outlook, with global opportunities
Teaching excellence
Taught by lecturers who are experts in their field
Employability
Career ready graduates, with the skills to succeedWhy you should study this course
The course aims to offer you:
- Engagement with local, national and international sports organisations2, to help you gain practical experience and have the chance to learn from practitioners and the opportunity to develop your industry networks.
- A variety of specialised sport related modules to help you develop expertise in some of the unique challenges and issues facing the sport industry, alongside the core principals of business management.
- Access to our extensive network of sport organisations in both the UK and throughout the world to gain work placement opportunities, hear from practitioner speakers, participate in site visits and carry out consultancy-based project work (subject to availability)2.
- Real world experience - the chance to explore and apply management theory, to real world sport industry problems and international case studies.
- Industry insight - students gain insight into the industry by visiting a variety of sport venues and listening to industry experts from across the world (subject to availability)2. Past trips have included visits to sport venues such as the Amsterdam Arena, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Croke Park.
- Professional network development - our cultivated links with the industry means that there are always opportunities to volunteer on a variety of sports events (subject to availability), where past students have gained experience and developed their professional networks by volunteering in events, such as at top flight football and rugby games2.
How you'll learn
You can expect to:
- Take a problem-solving approach to learning by exploring real-world case studies and problems that are specifically related to the sports industry.
- Network with experts currently working in the sports industry who can share their experiences (subject to availability)2.
- Gain practical experience by taking part in a variety of informal volunteering opportunities (subject to availability)2.
- Attend sessions from external practitioners which sees practitioners and alumni deliver sessions on the industry (subject to availability)2.
- Make extensive use of case studies to demonstrate the practical, real-life issues facing the sector.
Teaching contact hours
We understand that everyone learns differently, so each of our courses will consist of structured teaching sessions, which includes:
- On campus lectures, seminars and workshops
- Group work
- Self-directed learning
- Work placement opportunities2.
If you would like more information, you can Request information about teaching hours.
Part of university life is undertaking self-directed learning. During a typical week you will have time that allows you to work independently to apply the skills and knowledge you have learnt in taught or facilitated sessions to your projects or assignment briefs. This self-directed learning allows you to use your research skills, consolidate your knowledge or undertake collaborative group work.
As an innovative and enterprising institution, the University may seek to utilise emerging technologies within the student experience. For all courses (whether on-campus, blended, or distance learning), the University may deliver certain contact hours and assessments via online technologies and methods.
Assessment
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.
Assessment methods include:
- Formal examinations
- Phase tests
- Essays
- Group work
- Presentations
- Reports
- Projects
- Coursework
- Exams
- Individual Assignments
The Coventry University assessment strategy aims to ensure that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
International experience opportunities
During your studies we will explore the sports industry in different countries and cultures. We currently have global collaborators in the United States, Brazil, Russia, Europe, Dubai, Qatar, China and Australia, which may provide exciting opportunities for volunteering abroad2.
Throughout the course, we consider sport management within an international context, drawing on case studies from throughout the world, such as the FIFA scandal, management of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), doping in world cycling, Chinese investment into British sport and the global interest in sport and foreign sponsorship deals.
Sport Management BA (Hons) provides students with the essential skills necessary to be managers within the sport industry. Students first gain a key understanding of business management – crucial for managers in any industry. We then focus on the unique aspects of sport, such as running a successful sport event, governing sports organisations and competitions, and the role that sport plays in local and global societies. This challenging business degree seeks to provide hands-on opportunities within the sport industry while also providing a theoretical understanding of how sports companies operate.
Entry requirements
Fees and funding
| Student | Full time | Part time |
|---|---|---|
| UK | TBC per year | Not available |
| International | TBC per year | Not available |
If you choose to do a work placement2, you should consider travel and living costs to cover this. There is also a tuition fee3 of £1,250 that will cover your academic support throughout your placement year.
For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.
We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.
Facilities
We have a range of facilities available4 to support our Sport Management students in putting the theories you are taught into practice.
- Sport and Recreation Centre
Situated in a central location within Coventry University's campus, we offer excellent facilities, an exciting range of exercise classes and a dedicated team of staff on site.
- Talent Team
Our dedicated Talent Team can assist you in applying for work placements, graduate-level jobs and offer skills development workshops. They also organise networking events to introduce you to potential employers and industry contacts.
Careers and opportunities
On successful completion of this course, you will have knowledge of:
- The development needs and intentions of sports organisations and communities.
- Sport policy on a domestic and global basis.
- The holistic nature of a business organisation.
You will be able to:
- Apply business principles to a range of sports organisations, including sports clubs and teams, sporting events and governing bodies.
- Apply appropriate techniques to solve a range of different business and sports management problems.
- Analyse and produce appropriate sports management solutions to support business decisions.
Working for sports organisations has become an increasingly popular career sector, with demand for a higher level of expertise in areas such as the management of sports businesses, and engagement with communities through sport. This course provides a foundation to explore potential future career options in this sector, in areas such as sports marketing, sports event management, hospitality management, and sports business management and administration.
Where our graduates work
Some of our previous graduates have gone on to occupy senior management positions in the sport industry, for instance, working within the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Ltd. (LOCOG), the Aspire Group, Decathlon, Sport New Media and Coventry Blaze Ice Hockey Club. Others have found graduate employment with Tottenham Hotspur FC, Manchester City FC, West Ham United, Huddersfield Giants RLFC, the Italian National Olympic Committee, Wasps RFC, Ricoh Arena, Leicester Tigers, Queens Park Rangers and IMG.
Further study
Upon successful completion of our Sport Management BA (Hons) course, you may wish to continue to further your studies at postgraduate level. You can do that right here at Coventry University, with our Sport Management MSc. You could continue to build on what you have learnt, further preparing you to become a professional sport management practitioner, upon successful completion, with the theoretical knowledge, skills and personal attributes to help you to become a leader in your chosen sports sector.
We also offer alternative postgraduate degrees if you decide to take a slightly different route. You can explore all of your options using our postgraduate course search tool. You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study
I spent six months at Promoseven Sports Marketing during my placement year, a sports event organisation based in Dubai. I was involved in the planning and overseeing of many events during my time out there, most notably, the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens and the DDF Tennis Championships, two of the largest events in the UAE.
My main role for both events was to organise and run the school activation programme in which we broke the record of schools that were involved, for both events. I was also given the opportunity to organise an event by myself which gave me the knowledge of how many components need to come together to create a successful event and the huge efforts needed.
How to apply
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UK Students
Full-time students applying to start in September 2023 can apply for this course through UCAS from 6 September 2022.
Part-time students should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.
If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.
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International Students
Full-time students applying to start in September 2023 should apply directly to the university. Applications are due to open soon.
How to applyFor further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.
You can also download our International guide which contains lots of useful information about our courses, accommodation and tips for travel.
Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.
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1Accreditations
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2UK and international opportunities
Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office.
3Tuition fees
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For International Students, we may increase fees each year but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) the University reserves the right to charge you fees at a higher rate and/or in accordance with any legislative changes during the additional period of study.
4Facilities
Facilities are subject to availability. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use.
Student Contract
By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. The 2022/23 Contract is currently being updated so please revisit this page before submitting your application. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.
