DURATION
FULL TIME - 3 YEARS
PART TIME - UP TO 6 YEARS
LANGUAGES
English
LOCATION
Multicampus Approach:
Barcelona | Malta | Online | Blended
ANNUAL INTAKES
OCT | JAN | APR
FORMAT
Face-to-face | Online
The Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Sports and eSports Management in Barcelona (hereinafter – Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona) curriculum is specialized to teach students about the theory and best practices in sports management with a focus on leadership, business administration, strategy and research methods.
The Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona provides students with an in-depth knowledge of management principles, marketing and communications, and governance and regulatory affairs, which fluctuate from country to country and from sport to sport. Students will be expected to complete project-based assignments and case studies on sports management, professional sports clubs and international sports associations.
During your Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona, you will learn about the various markets and industries that influence the field of sports, the financial side of the sports and leisure sector, how to manage talent, research methodologies in sports management, financial management and budgeting, marketing and public relations, online scouting and recruiting, strategic management, events, and more.
Equipped with the digital tools and knowledge, the Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona students will graduate ready to tackle markets and challenges the sports sector is facing in Europe and around the world.
The Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona is geared toward anyone who has a passion for sports and fitness, and can network and manage people. This highly socialized career is very dynamic offering students room to grow and traverse borders at their discretion. With 100+ nationalities studying at GBSB Global, our diversification prepares students to work among a dynamic team of international professionals and be highly effective in their career.
QUALIFICATION
YEAR 1 AND 2:
Higher Education Program: Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Sports & eSports Management (120 ECTS, EQF Level 5)
Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012).
Additionally accredited by the Catalan Department of Education and The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP: CHEA/USA).
L6 PATHWAY YEAR 3:
Malta & Online Higher Education Program: Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Sports & eSports Management (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6)
Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012).
Barcelona: Bachelor (B.A.) of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Sports & eSports Management (180 ECTS, EQF Level 6)
A Bachelor’s degree (titulo propio) awarded by GBSB Global Business School Switzerland, accredited by The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP: CHEA/USA).
RANKINGS, ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS
Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
Accredited by Malta Further & Higher Education Authority
Awarded as a Five Stars Business School for Teaching & Student Quality
Ranked as a Leader in Business Education by Newsweek Magazine
TESTIMONIALS
MOSTAFA TAREK, EGYPT
Barcelona, one of Europe’s biggest sports arenas, especially for football, is the ideal location to study sports management. The city is alight with professional sports activities and different organizations that support local and international matches, events, and tournaments on different scales.
From marketing and organizing, to developing and managing operations, a career in sports management can be very different for each graduate.
Our esteemed Alumnus Mostafa Tarek was able to use GBSB Global’s diverse network to enter large-scale global events and sports clubs. GBSB Global’s Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona is the ideal program for any sport enthusiast looking to start a vibrant career in sports management.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Gain undergraduate qualifications leading to an official state-accredited European Bachelor’s degree with Sports & eSports Management
Multicultural faculty with Sports & eSports management experience
Visiting speakers and workshops from Sports & eSports business experts
Student body representing more than 100 nationalities
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona was developed as a specialized degree program to help our students build a wide-reaching outlook on various business initiatives, fostering a global leader’s mindset and a comprehensive, practical skill set. The graduates of Business Bachelor in Barcelona with Sports & eSports Management can expect to be provided with numerous global career opportunities within the budding Sports & eSports industry. Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona comprises 180 ECTS credits, encompassing both compulsory general business acumen and in-depth Sports & eSports Management specific core courses.
1ST YEAR:
- Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (32 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
- Undergraduate Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (60 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
Possible Exit Award
- Global Business Environment
- Business Communication
- Introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Fundamentals of Marketing in the Digital Era
- Principles of Accounting
- Business Law in a Digital Context
- Business Math and Statistics
2ND YEAR:
- Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (120 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
- Strategic Management of Enterprise and Digital Innovation
- Managerial Accounting
- Leadership and Organisational Behaviour
- Starting a New Digital Business
- Business Economics
- Business Research Methods
- Three units corresponding to a chosen specialization area
*State-recognized qualification Accredited by MFHEA
3RD YEAR:
- Bachelor (B.A.) of Business Administration and Digital Innovation (180 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5)
- Professional and Career Development
- Innovative and Creative Thinking
- Corporate Finance
- Disruptive Technologies for Innovation and Change
- Three units corresponding to a chosen specialization area
- Undergraduate Dissertation
*Malta & Online: State-recognized Bachelor’s degree accredited by MFHEA
Barcelona: A Bachelor’s degree (titulo propio) accredited by The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP: CHEA/USA); Top-up accredited by UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Learn more about program objectives and learning outcomes.
BACHELOR WITH SPORTS & ESPORTS MANAGEMENT IN BARCELONA
SPECIALIZATION UNITS
DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGY
TALENT MANAGEMENT
SPORTS ANALYTICS
EVENT COORDINATION & SPONSORING
PREMIUM BRAND MANAGEMENT
SPORTS MARKETING
Please download the Course Outline below for full program details including module learning outcomes, learning hours, teaching, learning and assessment methods, grading system and pass rates.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
What career path can you embark on having obtained your Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona from GBSB Global Business School? Choose from a wide range of professions within the sports and esports industry far beyond the actual playing court or online gaming.
With esports quickly becoming a billion dollar industry, more fantastic jobs are becoming available. The Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona opens up limitless opportunities for upcoming talent in the sports and esports world.
Most people think that the only prosperous career in classical sports is becoming a professional athlete, whereas esports is typically associated with professional online gaming. In reality, there are plenty of jobs in management, operations, sales, event planning, coaching, travel, marketing and communications coordinating, and more.
Would you like to be considered one of the building blocks of a billion dollar industry? Upon graduation you will be ready to pursue a career of your choice.
Think creatively. You might find yourself working as a graphic designer, a video content creator or a digital marketing specialist, responsible for creating eye-catching digital content, recognizable online presence and expanding marketability is essential to a sports or esports team’s longevity. Alternatively, become a personal or a team agent, an accountant, a recruiter, or a business development manager, supporting and scaling daily business operations of a company or a brand.
Make your passion your profession. Study for your Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona to start your sports or esports career path today. Below are the actual Employment Trends of our most recent graduates across geographies, industries and sectors worldwide:
73% ARE EMPLOYED OUTSIDE OF THEIR HOME COUNTRIES
24% LAUNCHED THEIR OWN BUSINESS
32% JOINED FORTUNE 500 AND FORTUNE 100 COMPANIES
GRADUATING CLASS
EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRIES AND SECTORS
RECRUITERS AND COMPANIES
ADMISSION AND FEES
To be qualified for admission to Business Bachelor with Sports & eSports Management in Barcelona, you must:
The entry profile should include one of the following:
- A/S or A levels at the appropriate level or the Matriculation Certificate Exam with three subjects exams with grades of A, B, C or D
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with 34 points; or Mathematics at minimum score of 4 (HL/SL) and one programme related subject at minimum score of 4 (HL/SL);
- GCSE/IGSCE "O" Levels: five subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D, and A/S or A Levels: three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D
- AP Program
- Other high school leaving certificate or equivalent (other educational systems)
Proof of Proficiency in the English Language:
- English as a native language
- TOEFL - Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/80 (internet based), or 550 (paper based)
- IELTS - Minimum score: 6.0
- Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) - Minimum score: C
- English as the language of instruction during previous studies in the formal educational system
- Internal English level testing at GBSB Global
Complete all required forms for admission and submit all required documents
On Campus *
Online **
Registration Fee (Paid Annually for Every Academic Year of the Program)
200 EUR
200 EUR
Administrative Fee (Paid Annually for Every Academic Year of the Program)
950 EUR
950 EUR
Tuition Fee for One Academic Year (60 ECTS Credits)
8,750 EUR
5,750 EUR
* Fees apply to students commencing their studies on-campus. Please note, fees will remain the same should the student decide to complete their education online for the remainder of the 3-year program.
** Fees apply exclusively to online learning. If the student commences their studies online but then wishes to transfer to one of the physical campuses throughout their academic journey, fees will be subject to change (please refer to "On Campus" column).
All tuition fees are the same for EU and non-EU students.
Tuition fees for visiting students: 165 EUR per 1 ECTS credit or 2,917 EUR per Quarter (20 ECTS credits).
Bachelor´s Program Duration: 9 Quarters = 3 Academic Years
A discount may be applied if the student choses to pay
the full amount at the time of program acceptance.
If payments are not paid by the deadlines, a penalty fee of 5% of the remaining tuition amount will be charged.
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Payments are accepted online or by bank transfers (commission charges may apply).
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Program fees do not include accommodation, flights, insurance or program materials.
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Students who wish to participate in Global Study Trips may do so by paying additional fees.
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