StudyQA — Master: International Sports Business — University of Stirling (Page 64)

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Postgraduate sports management study in the UK, located close to the London Olympic Park

Take advantage of the opportunity to learn from international sports organisations based in London. Combined with the University of Stirling's reputation for research-led study, this postgraduate degree aims to prepare for a career in international sports management.
Why apply for a Master's degree at the INTO University of Stirling London?

* further develop your subject expertise and prepare for professional employment
* study close to the Olympic Park in London
* take part in a quality-assured university programme
* convenient campus-based programme with access to modern university facilities
* access to the highest levels of personal care and support

Who should apply?
If you have completed an undergraduate degree and are looking to further develop and specialise your subject knowledge, then a postgraduate Master's degree is for you.

The MSc in International Sports Business is an exciting degree that will develop your international career in sports business or management. The programme provides you with the opportunity to learn and understand how business is conducted in the international sporting arena. The syllabus allows you to gain managerial skills to meet the challenges faced in the global workplace.

During this programme you may study:

Semester 1:

* Introduction to International Business
* Accounting and Finance
* The International Business of Sport
* Managing International Sport Events

Semester 2:

* Marketing Management
* Managing the Sport Business
* Research Methods

Over the summer period (term 3) you are required to carry out a significant piece of academic work, using the skills and knowledge gained throughout the programme. This culminates in the submission of a written dissertation.

A minimum of a second-class Honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent.Students without a relevant degree must demonstrate their knowledge of the programme and intent to study through the personal statement and relevant work experience.IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.