Master in Sports Management in Barcelona
With Exclusive Industry Visits to Top Football Clubs and Leading Sports CompaniesExpand your potential in the dynamic world of sports business with GBSB Global’s Masters in Sports Management. Based in Barcelona, a global hub for sports innovation, this program offers a unique blend of business acumen and sports expertise. Equip yourself with the skills to succeed in areas such as marketing, finance, event management and facility operations, while learning to navigate the ever-evolving sports industry. The curriculum focuses on the latest trends and technologies impacting the sports business sector, preparing you to tackle challenges such as digital transformation, audience engagement and sustainability in sport. With hands-on learning experiences, expert-led seminars and internship opportunities with top companies, you’ll be ready to lead in a sector that combines passion with professional success. Join GBSB Global and turn your love of sport into a rewarding career.
Study alongside sports enthusiasts and professional athletes on four campuses while earning an additional certificate from the United States Sports Academy (USSA). This opportunity not only expands your professional network, but also fosters peer learning, allowing you to gain valuable insights and perspectives from both industry professionals and fellow students through real-world case studies and business scenarios.
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Program Highlights
Why study Master in Sports Management in Barcelona?
Officially Accredited Degree
Graduate with a recognized and accredited Master’s degree, ensuring credibility and enhanced career prospects within the global sports industry.
United States Sports Academy
Earn an additional certificate from the prestigious USSA to enhance your credentials and career opportunities wherever you go.
Industry and Company Visits
Visit top organizations such as FC Valencia, Real Betis, and Camp Nou to gain hands-on insight into the complex business landscape.
Broad Business Focus
Gain expertise in sports marketing, event management, and facility operations to prepare you for a variety of leadership roles.
Hands-on Learning & Accelerated Career Opportunities
Join our graduates in leading sports organizations worldwide, including FIFA, UEFA, etc.
Our Accreditations, Rankings & Global Recognitions
Discover the certifications and achievements that set our GBSB Global Business School apart, ensuring the highest standards in business education.
Program Structure
Develop A Comprehensive Management Approach And Strategy For A Sports Business
Sports Business Management and Strategy (6 ECTS)
- Business Functions Applied to Sports
- Sports Finance
- Sports Operations
- Sports Law
- Human Resources, Leadership and Organisation in Sports
- High-Performance Sport and Management of Athletes
Gain A Comprehensive Understanding Of The Business Principles Needed To Manage A Sports Business
Operations Management (6 ECTS)
Finance for Management (8 ECTS)
Explore The Realm Of The Sports Industry
Global Sports Business and Industry (6 ECTS)
- International Sports Environment
- The Practice and the Future in International Sports
- Sports Economics
- The Governance in International Sport
- Ethics and Integrity in the Global Sports Industry
Acquire Skills In Talent Scouting And Managing A Sports Team
Effective Teamwork and Project Management (6 ECTS)
Talent Development and Management (6 ECTS)
- Talent Management as a Specific Function of People Management
- The Phenomenon of the “War for Talent”
- Approaches to Talent Acquisition
- Life Cycle of Talent Management
- An Effective Talent Development Program
Attain Recognition And Effectively Promote A Sports Enterprise
Strategic Marketing (6 ECTS)
Sports Marketing, Promotion, and Event Management (6 ECTS)
- Sport Markets Environment
- Sport Marketing Planning
- Contemporary Challenges in Sports Marketing
- Conceptualizing and Developing a Sport Event
Revolutionize Perspectives In Sports Management By Introducing Innovation And Utilizing Digital Technology In Your Career
Digital Transformation, Innovation and Technology (6 ECTS)
Get Ready To Tackle The Global Sports Industry Equipped With Essential Skills And Knowledge On Strategic Management And The International Economy
Economics and Geopolitics (6 ECTS) (Online)
Strategic Management and Analytics (8 ECTS) (Online)
- Principles of Behavioral Economics
- Geopolitics and Geo-economics Methodologies
- Causes of Globalization
- Strategic Management, Planning and Structure
- Strategic Approaches to Analyzing the Position of an Organization
- Data and Strategy
Demonstrate Your Managerial And Organizational Expertise In Sports Management With A Multidimensional Final Project
Final Project (Capstone)
The culmination of the Master’s in Sports Management program is the Final Capstone Project. This dynamic and challenging project assesses all the skills and knowledge acquired throughout the program. Students are required to identify a realistic situation within their area of expertise that requires a practical, reasonable, and valid solution. Developing relevant solutions calls for creativity and innovation, and requires applying smart proficiency to theoretical or practical models.
Students often present interactive, practical, intuitive, and realistic solutions that can be applied in real-world professional settings, as well as future research and study.
Qualification
GBSB Global Business School is accredited by the Government of Catalonia’s Department of Education and delivers postgraduate diplomas (a minimum of 62 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7) face-to-face from our campus in Barcelona, Spain. Once you’ve met the requirements of an exit award, terminate your studies by proceeding to the Master of Science in Management (Sports Management) (90 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7) studies, by completing the last quarter of your studies online.
Higher Education Program: Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Management
Accreditation Status: An officially recognized and state-accredited qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as Higher Education Institution by MFHEA (License number: 2020-012) and accredited by the Government of Catalonia’s Department of Education (Centre Number: 08077794)
MQF/EQF Level: MFHEA deems this qualification to be at Level 7 of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning
Number of ECTS Credits: A minimum of 62 ECTS
Master of Science (MSc) in Management (Sports Management) (90 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7), an officially recognized and state-accredited qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School in Malta, licensed as Higher Education Institution by MFHEA (License number: 2020-012)
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Barcelona Campus
GBSB Global Business School in Barcelona is located in the heart of an exciting metropolis, in the Eixample district, just off the bustling Aragó Street. The campus is housed in a contemporary building with modern classrooms and advanced technologies designed to support students’ higher learning.
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Admissions Information
To be eligible for admission to the Master in Digital Business and Innovation in Barcelona, you must
- Have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or higher; be in the process of completing your Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), or have a high level of relevant work experience.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
- Complete all required admissions forms and submit all required documentation.
Provide Proof of Proficiency in the English Language
- English as a native language;
- TOEFL – Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/93 (internet based), or 550 (paper based);
- IELTS – Minimum score: 6.5;
- Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) – Minimum score: C1;
- English as the language of instruction during previous studies in the formal educational system;
- Pass GBSB Global’s internal English proficiency test.
Submit all required admissions forms and documents
- Contact the admissions office by filling out an online application or by speaking with a representative.
- An admissions officer will schedule an interview with you.
- Submit the documentation required by the program of your choice.
- Enroll and confirm your place.
Tuition Fees
The Total Fee for the Program is € 15 900. The fee includes application, enrollment and administrative fees.
Special offers and scholarships are available for early applicants and winners of scholarship competitions.
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Apply for a Master’s program and gain the skills you need to succeed in global business. Take the next step toward a rewarding career and apply today!
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