Looking to enhance your career opportunities in the sports industry?

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Essential Information
Duration: 6 months
Location: A combination of online delivery, with two 8-day residential modules at Manchester Business School in Manchester, UK.

This is a must have qualification for recent graduates looking to break into the sports industry, or those already working within the industry but looking for that extra advantage to take their career to the next level.

Structure
This is a 6 month programme dedicated to the sports industry, conceived and created by the World Academy of Sport Executive Centre at Manchester Business School.

Participants will gain a unique appreciation and in-depth understanding of the dynamic global business model of world sport, which contributes to making the sports industry so exceptional. They will also gain a clear understanding of the management and organisational side of sport, as well as detailed analysis of current management models which exist in the industry and how the industry is developing for the future.

Delivery
Sessions are delivered through active learning, interactive simulations and exercises, and are based on real-life sports industry experiences such as case studies from major International events. The programme is delivered on-line together with two 8-day residential modules at the Manchester Business School, all complimented by e-learning support.

Due to the World Academy of Sports extensive network in the sport industry, this programme features industry renowned visiting fellows including;

• Mr Richard Bunn - The driving force behind the creation of Eurosport and Director of rbi Network...read more
• Mr Francois Carrard - Former Director General of the International Olympic Committee...read more
• Mr Steven Falk - Former member of the Executive Committee of Manchester United and a board director of Manchester United Foundation...read more
• Mr Gordon Mandry - Former Director of the International Business Programme at Manchester Business School and leading consultant to major International corporations...read more
  

Presenters who have shaped the world of sport and events will share their invaluable insights and experiences, alongside the world class academic staff of the Manchester Business School.

Why Manchester
"The number one ‘small city' in the world for sporting facilities, transport and public support" - SportBusiness Group's 'Ultimate Sports Cities' Awards 2010

Coming to Manchester gives you the opportunity to live and study in a city which offers a balance between academic excellence, a thriving social and sporting scene and a place where you can meet people from around the globe. Manchester has recently been ranked as the number one ‘small city' in the world for sport by the prestigious international sports body SportAccord, and also won the ‘best legacy' category following the Commonwealth Games in 2002.

Key outcomes
Participants will leave the programme with:

• A sound understanding of the sports industry, how they can play a decisive role, and how to plan a career in the industry by maximising strengths and interests.
• Improved management and business skills through a combination of academic learning and experiential activities addressing sports industry specific issues and examples.
• An understanding of the nature of sports management, the complexity of stakeholder groups and how to best manage them.
• Enhanced career opportunities thanks to the networking possibilities within World Academy of Sport and Manchester Business School's network of corporate partners and associates.
• Completion of the programme will earn 60 credit points towards the Manchester Business School's Global MBA for Sport and Major Events.
  

Applications
For more detailed programme information, or to speak to a Course Counsellor, please contact the Academy on the details below;

World Academy of Sport
Manchester Business School
The University of Manchester
Booth Street West
Manchester
M15 6PB, UK                           

Fax: +44 (0) 161 275 6455

Phone: +44 (0) 161 275 6739        

Email: info@wasec.mbs.ac.uk