I want to study a World Academy of Sport Executive Centre course. Where can I find out more about your courses? How do I apply? How do I get an application form?
For information on studying for our post-graduate and executive courses, please visit our Education Programme pages. This will provide you with information about the specific courses. A copy of the application form is also available on this page. For further details and prices, please contact us on +44 (0) 161 275 6739 or info@wasec.mbs.ac.uk.
Do you offer any scholarships? How do I apply?
Information on current scholarships available by contacting us directly.
Do you offer distance learning or online courses?
World Academy of Sport Executive Centre post-graduate programmes are available via a combination of distance learning and seminar presentations. Other courses are regularly held at the Manchester Business School in the UK, however, client specific executive education courses are held at alternative, relevant locations such as conferences and congress meetings.
What language are the courses conducted in?
All of the courses and course material are in English.
What sports facilities are there?
Visit http://www.sport.manchester.ac.uk/ for details on The University's sports facilities.
Where is the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre/ Manchester Business School?
The World Academy of Sport Executive Centre/ Manchester Business School is based at The University of Manchester in the North West of England. Visit our contact us page for directions.
Where can I find a map of the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre/ Manchester Business School?
Visit our contact us page for further information.
How does the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre fit in with the Manchester Business School?The World Academy of Sport Executive Centre is located within the Manchester Business School's main building on Booth Street West in Manchester. The Centre's faculty are lecturers, professors or accredited Fellows from the University. The World Academy of Sport is a co-operative centre between The University of Manchester and IF Education.
I am a journalist. Whom should I contact?
All press enquiries should be directed in the first instance to the marketing department of the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre. Email: info@wasec.mbs.ac.uk or telephone: +44 (0) 161 275 6739.
Does the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre provide consulting advice and/ or executive education to commercial organisations?
The World Academy of Sport Executive Centre can develop tailored programmes across a range of topic areas for interested organisations. Research and consulting projects are also facilitated through the Centre. For further information please contact Mr Chris Solly; csolly@wasec.mbs.ac.uk .
What is the difference between the post-graduate courses and the executive education courses?
The World Academy of Sport Executive Centre offers key post-graduate courses delivered by MBS and utilising recognised world leading industry experts: MBA for Sport and Major Events and a Post Gradute Certificate in Executive Management (Sports Management). The typical applicant for the accredited MBA course has a first degree and at least three years professional experience. Entrance requirements to the courses are consistent with those of The University of Manchester, ensuring the best possible and most capable students.
The World Academy of Sport Executive Centre delivers a range of executive education courses delivered by MBS utilising recognised world leading industry experts. These courses include:
- Module Training at IF Congresses or sport conferences;
- 3 day residential programmes tailored to specific industry needs; and
- 5 day residential programmes or learning modules.
The typical applicant for the executive education programmes are administrators within international and national sporting bodies, government officials and major event organising committees seeking to acquire specific tailored skills that will bring more efficiency through application of industry best practice in their day to day operations.
Am I eligible to study any of the courses?
Details about who should attend the various courses, and any course requirements can be found by visiting the course notes on the Programme pages.
What qualifications do I need to have to be able to study on your courses?
Details about the course requirements can be found by visiting the course notes on the Programme pages.
Which course is the most suitable for me?
Post-graduate courses are most suitable for executives with prior qualifications or experience who are looking for a formal, recognised qualification and who are able to commit to the time required to complete the course.
Executive education courses are most suitable for executives who want to study intensive, tailored best industry practice courses.
