Program Overview

Master of Science in Sport Management

The Master's program in Sport Management is designed to deepen students' knowledge in selected sports, natural, and social science disciplines. Additionally, students acquire knowledge in applied business administration for health companies, service management in sports, corporate management, and resource management.

Overview

• Study Direction: Sport Science, Economics
• Study Type: Advanced
• Degree: Master of Science
• Language of Instruction: German, partially English
• Study Form: Full-time, Part-time
• Start of Studies: Winter semester
• Admission Restriction: Locally restricted, aptitude test
• Standard Study Period: 4 semesters
• Credit Points: 120

Admission Requirements

• A first professionally qualifying university degree in Sport Management, Sport Economics, Sport Science, or Economics
• English language proficiency at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
• Applicants with a first degree in sport science must demonstrate additional competencies in business administration or sport management equivalent to 30 credit points.
• Applicants with a first degree in economics must demonstrate sport science competencies equivalent to specific modules of the Bachelor's program in Sport Science at the University of Leipzig or proven equivalent qualifications.
• An aptitude test is required for this program.

Program Content

The program focuses on sport-economic content, including current development trends in sport economics and media and event management in sports. From the first semester, elective modules complement the larger compulsory area, allowing students to choose and combine preferred modules from a wide range of offerings. These modules address either economic aspects or sport science diagnostic methods. The program concludes with a Master's thesis, where students engage with a specific problem in their field and the relevant research background.

Compulsory Modules

• Price Management
• Research Methodology
• Sport Economics and Sport Management
• Service Management
• The Human in Team and Organization
• Media and Event Management in Sports

Elective Modules

• Personnel Functions
• Sport Motor Tests and Feedback - Developing and Conducting Strategies Independently
• Interventions and Evaluations - Justifying, Planning, Implementing, and Examining Effects
• Personnel and Organizational Economics
• Remuneration Management
• Controlling
• Diagnostics and Training in Sport Groups
• Sport Psychological Diagnostics

Structure of the Program

The program comprises 120 credit points, divided into:

• A common compulsory area with 70 credit points
• Elective modules with 20 credit points
• The Master's thesis with 30 credit points

Special Features

• German-language program with possible English-language events
• Compulsory internship
• Possibility of a stay abroad
• Organization of the From Study to Business company contact fair
• Case study competition among students on current topics

Career Prospects

The Master's program in Sport Management qualifies students for various activities in the field of sport management. Possible areas of employment include:

• Management or leadership and administrative tasks in sports clubs, sports associations, sports youth, and other sports organizations
• Leadership and administrative tasks in state sports schools and federal, state, and Olympic training centers
• Management or collaboration in sports advertising and marketing agencies, PR and event agencies, the sports equipment industry, commercial sports providers, travel and tourism companies, public sports administration, and prevention and rehabilitation centers
• Independent entrepreneurial activities in the sports and leisure industry

To prepare for the professional entry, students should establish contacts with potential employers during their studies and gain initial experiences through internships. The Career Service supports students in this process.

Internships and Stays Abroad

The Master's program includes an internship worth 10 credit points in an organization with a significant connection to sport management activities and qualifications. A stay abroad is generally recommended and is to be organized by the students themselves with the support of the responsible institution.

Application

• Start of Studies: Winter semester
• Admission Restriction: Yes
• Application Deadline: May 2nd - May 31st
• Application Portal: AlmaWeb