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Introduction to the AISTS MAS in Sports Management and Technology

The AISTS MAS in Sports Management and Technology provides a 360ｰ view of sport management and technology, focusing on real sport and academic excellence. This uniquely balanced program accelerates careers as sport leaders.

Program Details

Period

The program runs from September 2025 to December 2026.

Format

The program is held on-site.

Language

The program is taught in English.

Credits

The program consists of 76 ECTS credits, including 9 months of full-time courses and 6 months of internship or research paper.

Location

The program is located in Lausanne.

Registration Deadline

The registration deadline is continuous, with online registration available.

Fees

The program fees are CHF 29'900.-, with financial support options available.

Objectives

• Develop the next generation of sports managers and leaders who plan to work in the sport sector.
• Provide a stronger skill set for an existing or desired career in the sports industry.

Audience

• Aspiring sports managers wishing to broaden their knowledge in sports administration.
• Professionals in their early career willing to apply their expertise in the field of sport.
• Former (semi-pro) athletes looking for formalization of their knowledge and experience in sport.

Learning Outcomes

• Leadership and teamwork excellence in multi-cultural multi-national teams.
• Good knowledge of sport business and sport governance.
• Mastering of problem-solving tools and critical thinking approach for facing today and tomorrow complex challenges of sport.
• Capability to identify technology innovation opportunities for sport with design thinking and use of technology applicable in sport with a focus on digital technologies.
• Mastering of data driven analysis.
• Multi-disciplinary knowledge base to understand the various issues facing sport organisations and federations by integrating sciences-based evidence from management, economics, law, sociology, and medicine.

Program Structure

The 15-month program includes:

• 9 months of lectures and seminars led by academics and industry experts.
• Real projects and case studies.
• Field visits at headquarters of international sport organisations.
• Practical and hands-on opportunities, including a team project for a real client, work experience in the sports industry, and a research paper.
• Workshops for career development in sport management.

Admission Criteria

• A Master's Degree.
• A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of five years' work experience in any industry.
• A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of five years' combined relevant experience in sport (international
  ational athlete experience).
• Fluency in English, as all lectures are given in English.
• Completion of the online application form and attachment of all requested documentation.
• Ability to finance both studies and cost of living in Lausanne.

Number of Participants

The maximum number of participants is 40.

Curriculum

The program covers:

• Sports Management & Economics.
• Technology.
• Law.
• Sociology.
• Medicine.
• Careers & Leadership.

Partnerships and Collaboration

The program is delivered in partnership with the University of Geneva, Ecole polytechnique f馘駻ale de Lausanne (EPFL), and the University of Lausanne, with collaborations including the International Olympic Committee (IOC), IMD Business School, and ﾉcole Heli鑽e Lausanne (EHL).

Testimonials

The program has received positive testimonials from past students, highlighting its benefits for advancing or beginning a career in international sports.

Director

The program is directed by Mr. Cedric Vanden Bogaerde, Executive Director, International Academy of Sports Science and Technology (AISTS).

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship opportunities are available, including the Future Female Leader in Sport Scholarship and the Athlete Scholarship, covering 50% of the tuition fee.