Description
There has never been a better time to pursue a career in the sports industry. The dynamic energy created in the UK by the recent Olympic and Commonwealth Games has highlighted the importance of creating and managing sport legacies that will benefit future generations.
Our BA (Hons) International Sports Management delivers a unique insight into the large and growing economy of sport management on a global playing field.
Youll study the key aspects of international management focused in the context of sports organisations, how the external environment impacts on business performance and the impact of sports management on society on both national and international levels.
On graduation youll have the specialist knowledge and leadership skills to pursue a career managing and organising at a local and international level.
Together with this knowledge you will benefit from an experienced academic team with impressive industry connections and a practical approach to learning.
Detailed Course Facts
Tuition fee Not specified Start date September 2015 Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test- English
Course Content
You will begin by studying a broad foundation in business and sports management. In years 2, 3 and 4 you will develop industry expertise through the study of Sport in the Community, Sports Coaching Management and Sports Governance together with Global Sports and Sports Volunteering.
In addition to the central subject of sports management, you will study a range of complementary business modules designed to provide you with a wider understanding of business and the society in which you'll operate as a global leader of tomorrow.
You can choose your 'Open Option' modules from a wide variety of subjects including European languages, psychology, sociology, politics, history, communications, and other management or business related subjects.
Modules
Level 1
- Workplace Culture and Behaviour
- The Business of Social Science
- Foundations of Marketing
- Fundamentals in Financial Management
- Sport Management
- Sport Development
Level 2
- Society, Employability and Business
- Essentials of Managing Human Resources
- Consumer Behaviour
- Sport and Social Identity
- Sport and Community
- Language OR Law in Business OR International Economic Issues and Challenges
Level 3
- The Enterprise Value Challenge
- Business Research Methods and Skills
- International Marketing Strategy
- Sports Coaching Management
- Sport Governance
- Open option including Language
Level 4
- Dissertation Project
- Global Sport
- Sport and Volunteering
- Critical Issues in Sport
- Open option including Language
Requirements
- HigherBBBBB
- A-LevelBCC
- ILC Higher LevelB2 B2 B2 B2 B2
- Essential SubjectsEnglish (Higher/GCSE B/ ILC-H C1)
- Recommended SubjectsBusiness Management, Modern Studies, Physical Education (Higher/A Level)
- BTECLevel 3 Extended Diploma considered for Year 1 (equal to 280 tariff points)
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
Want to improve your English level for admission?
Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.
- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
Related Scholarships*
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
- Access Bursary
Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.
- Alumni Bursary
Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students
* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Glasgow Caledonian University.
Accreditation
Glasgow Caledonian University is a distinctive, inclusive and forward-looking university that is committed to its social mission to promote the common good. We have become an international centre of excellence in higher education, promoting employability and global citizenship in our graduates. We win awards for our support and commitment to the student experience, whilst delivering innovation through our world-class research in key areas of strength. We have a tradition of widening access to higher education for talented individuals regardless of their backgrounds, and we leverage our intellectual and social capital for the benefit of the communities we serve in Scotland and internationally.With a modern campus in the heart of the vibrant and welcoming city of Glasgow, our university has an excellent learning environment. It includes the Saltire Centre, our award-winning library that provides spaces for social learning as well as quiet study. Harnessing the latest technologies and industry expertise, Glasgow Caledonian University aims to unlock talent and equip our students with the skills to enable them to succeed in an increasingly competitive workplace.