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BSc (Hons) Sport Management and Leadership

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

The University of Northampton

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Sport Management and Leadership at the University of Northampton is tailored for students seeking careers in the commercial and community sport sectors. It blends core business and leadership principles with real-world applications in sport organisations.

  • The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), allowing students to graduate with a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership, enhancing employability.

Course overview

  • Year 1: Introduction to sport management, marketing, communication, leadership, coaching theory, and the sociology of sport.

  • Year 2: Modules in digital sport marketing, leadership and team dynamics, event planning, and optional coaching pathways. Includes a practical work placement.

  • Year 3: Strategic sport management, global sport business, elite sport cultures, and major project work with another work placement opportunity.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Work placements in Years 2 and 3 

  • Guaranteed paid internship through the Employment Promise

  • Option to pursue additional qualifications (e.g., NGB Level 1, first aid, disability inclusion)

  • Practical assessments: marketing campaigns, events, leadership exercises

  • CMI membership and certification included

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Further postgraduate study in sport business, leadership, or coaching

  • Strong pathways into professional and community sport organisations

  • 90% are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation

  • CMI leadership certificate strengthens graduate profiles across sectors

  • Average earnings: £25,000, 15 months after the course

Program Key Stats

£15,700
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

BCC
2.7 - 3.0
26 - 28
60

NA
6.0
110

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Sport business manager
  • Sport marketing executive
  • Events coordinator
  • Sport development officer
  • Sports coach
  • Performance manager
  • Strategic Planner

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