Duration
9 months
Price
7.500€
Format
Online
Language
Spanish
Spain's #1 Master
Best Sports Management Master 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 y 2024
95% employability
of students one year after finishing the programme.
85% international students
8 out of 10 students come from abroad.
Description
Leading in International Sports Management
Our Professional Master’s in International Sports Management, developed by ESBS European Sport Business School in collaboration with Centro de Formación Valencia C.F. (MBA Valencia C.F.), is designed to train active professionals in the sports sector, including elite athletes who wish to advance their careers without giving up their work or training commitments. The program aims to equip professionals with the skills to manage and lead sports organizations, facilities, and events at an international level, offered in an online format that provides maximum flexibility for students.
Recognition and prestige
Since its launch in 2009, this program has established itself as one of the most recognized in Spain, being named Best Master in Sports Management in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2024, and ranking among the best in Europe in 2018, 2022, and 2024, according to the British publication’s ranking. SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings.
Leadership Development
We train industry professionals to lead and manage effectively in the global sports sector.
Practical methodology
Through case studies, we ensure that learning is directly applicable to the needs of your organization.
Job Placements
We offer personalized mentoring to facilitate participants’ integration into strategic roles within the company.Online Professional Master’s in International Sports Management
Online training from the best Master’s in Sports Management in Spain in 2017, ’18, ’19, ’22, and ’24.
Programme aimed at:
University graduates seeking to acquire the training necessary for the management and leadership of sports organizations, facilities, and events.
You'll be able to work in:
Sports Marketing
Sponsorships
Event Management
Sports Venues Management
Business Development
Internationalisation
Human Resources
Faculty
Jorge Coll
ESBS European Sport Business SchoolCEO & Founder at ESBS |Marketing and Sponsorship Sports Advisor| University Lecturer.
Juan Crespo Ruiz-Huerta
Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo AbogadosSports Law consultant at Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo Abogados. Coordinator of sports law courses at European Sport Business School. Over a decade of experience in sports law.
Alberto Talavera
Asociación Española de Gerentes de Golf (AEGG)Dedicated to the professionalization of the golf industry, constantly improving the training of directors and managers. Over two decades of experience in business management and strategy.
Maribel Vilaplana
Levante UDConsultant and trainer in high-impact communication. Journalist, speaker, and event host. Communication and Institutional Relations Advisor at Levante UD and official spokesperson for the club.
Arturo Castello
Valencia Innovation CapitalDeputy Technical Director en Valencia Innovation Capital apoyando a que la ciudad de Valencia se posicione como un hub global de innovación, talento e inversión. Anteriormente CEO de Encom Games.
Antonio Bolaños
ESBS European Sport Business SchoolFormer General Manager at Volvo Ocean Race. Consultant for projects that combine sports, strategy, events, finance, marketing, and sports tourism.
Pedro Malabia
Liga FSports executive with over 20 years of experience in strategy and business development for clubs, leagues, and sports organizations. Currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Liga F and was previously Head of Women’s Football at LALIGA.
Laura Meseguer
EurosportFreelance journalist specializing in cycling with Eurosport Spain and Eurosport International. Author of the book “Metiendo Codos” about Spain's golden generation in cycling.
Pablo Pernia
Valencia Ricardo Tormo CircuitCommunications Director at Circuit Ricardo Tormo. Journalist with a strong background in motorsports and institutional communication. Specialist in digital communication and social media.
Ana Cortés
Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo AbogadosSports Lawyer at Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo | Sports Lawyer University Lecturer at ESBS.
David Cózar
AltafitSupply Manager and Director of Altafit Uruguay, Altafit Arena, and Altafit Campanar. A finance professional passionate about team management and sports. Previously worked at Deloitte and OVB Allfinanz.
Borja Eroles
Valencia CFOperations Coordinator at VCF Academy. His trajectory at Valencia CF has spanned almost a decade where he previously held roles within the International Sports Development and Event Management areas of the group.
Study Programme
- MODULE I.
THE SPORTS INDUSTRY. STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT IN SPORTS ORGANZIATIONS (8 ECTS) - MODULE II.
LEGAL ASPECTS IN SPORTS (3 ECTS) - MODULE III.
OPPERATIONS: SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF SPORTS VENUES AND EVENTS (12 ECTS) - MODULE IV.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT OF SPORTS ENTITIE (6 ECTS) - MODULE V.
HUMAN RESOURCES AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS (4 ECTS) - MODULE VI.
SPORTS MANAGEMENT (4,5 ECTS) - MODULE VII.
COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT OF SPORTS ENTITIES (3 ECTS) - MODULE VIII.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION IN SPORTS (1,5 ECTS) - MODULE IX.
MASTER'S FINAL PROJECT. BUSINESS PLAN (6 ECTS) - MODULE X.
INTERNSHIPS AT SPORTS ENTITIES (12 ECTS)
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Online Professional Master’s in International Sports Management
Online training from the best Master’s in Sports Management in Spain in 2017, ’18, ’19, ’22, and ’24.
Why choose this programme?
- Goals
- Methodology
- Certifications
- Calendar and Fees
- Elevate your experience
- Acquire the tools and knowledge in sports management by training in the leadership and management of sports organizations, facilities, and events.
- Employability, either through entrepreneurship or to find a first or better job at a sports entity.
- Develop the ability to identify business opportunities and cultivate the managerial skills needed to capitalize on them.
- Develop the skills to direct and manage sports entities, organizations, venues and events.
- Obtain the managerial skills needed to succeed tin the sports industry.
- Expand your contact network through teachers, professionals of the industry, colleagues and acquired professional experience.
- Online practical methodology through our study portal with classes, case studies and practical work, in an environment focused on the use of technology, innovation and industry trends.
- Active learning thattpromotes the critical analysis, disruptive and strategic thought that are essential to sports management.
- Real study cases through professionals active in the sports industry, with the opportunity to develop and learn through each case.
- Access to masterclasses, conferences and on-site roundtables to know the experience of some of the industry’s top talent who are currently developing the game.
Master in International Sports Management
Proprietary degree issued by ESBS European Sport Business School and Centro de Formación Valencia C.F.
Máster Profesional in International Sports Management
Degree certified by CUALIFICAM of the Fundación para el Conocimiento Madrimasd for the certification of the quality of Professional Master’s Programs.
Its equivalent in the context of official university Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees is the Degree Accreditation Procedure, conducted under the same quality standards of the European Higher Education Area.
- Duration: 9 months
- Price: 7.500€
- Language: Spanish or English
- Format: Online
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Enrollment: Available. The program is 90% asynchronous, 10% streaming.
- Oprional additional trip to Paris (375€ per student. Flight not included)
Make your program even more comprehensive by complementing it with one of our short specialization courses:
- eSports (Online 100%, inglés) 40h – 800€
- Representation Agency Program (Online, English or Spanish depending on the number of people) 40h – 800€
To add these programs to your academic experience, request more information from our admissions team.
Our goal is to turn people's passion for sport into their career.
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