Bachelors of Management Sport Business

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Management (Sport Business) at UTS prepares students for dynamic roles in the fast-evolving global sports sector. Combining core business knowledge with specialised sport industry subjects, this degree equips graduates to lead and innovate in the areas of professional sport management, sport marketing, global sporting events, and media engagement.

The program benefits from UTS’s strong ties to Australia’s major sporting bodies and facilities. Students explore the legal, cultural, and commercial dynamics of the sports industry, with hands-on learning embedded throughout. Flexible electives or second majors allow further specialisation or cross-disciplinary integration with fields like law, communications, and science.

Course overview:

  • Year 1: Introduction to management, marketing, innovation and entrepreneurship; foundation in sport and society and the Australian sport system

  • Year 2: Engage in Innovation Lab; study sport marketing, media, professional sport management, and legal issues in sport

  • Year 3: Focus on global sporting events; take an internship or a diversity management subject; complete capstone project in social impact

Key subjects include:

  • Sport and Society

  • Professional Sport Management

  • Sport Marketing and Media

  • Global Sport Events

  • Innovation Lab (real-world simulation)

  • Managing for Social Impact (capstone project)

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Innovation Lab: Simulated real-world projects in sport innovation and business development

  • Professional Internship: Gain course credit while working with leading organisations in the sport industry

  • Capstone Project: “Managing for Social Impact” integrates management skills with a real-world community-focused challenge

  • Industry Connections: Access to Sydney-based sporting venues, governing bodies, and sports event companies

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Eligible for postgraduate study in:

    • Master of Sport Management

    • Master of Event Management

    • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    • Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication

  • UTS Business School ranks highly for responsible business education (Financial Times 2024)

  • Located in Sydney – a major global sports hub – with proximity to employers and event venues

  • 16.8% job growth projected in professional services by 2026 (Jobs and Skills Australia)

Program Key Stats

$46867.3
$ 100

Febr Intake : 30th NovJuly Intake : 30th Apr


Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Director of Sport and Athletic Development
  • Sponsorship Manager
  • Sports Centre Manager
  • Program Development Manager
  • Sports Administrator
  • Sports Marketing Officer
  • Recreation Facilities Coordinator
  • Sports Business Analyst
  • Venue Manager

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