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Esports Management Undergraduate Certificate


Esports has transformed. What used to be a gaming hobby for the competitive sports fan is now a thriving industry with job availability and growth. This certificate provides a competitive advantage in a job market that is begging for qualified employees.

The Esports Management Certificate combines sport management and marketing principals to provide knowledge of Esports management, design, production, marketing, distribution, usage, and support. Graduates will have the ability to articulate and apply concepts representing the diverse microcosm of Esports and its effects upon society and culture.

This 15-credit hour program can be earned as a stand-alone certificate or added on to compliment a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or Marketing.


Job Outlook

According to Newzoo’s 2021 Global Esports Market Report, the industry building around global Esports is expected to be more than $1.8 billion by 2022, with an expected growth of more than 30% per year.

Potential Career Paths
  • Team Management
  • Coaching
  • Training
  • Marketing
  • Product Management
  • Event Planning
  • Sales
  • Legal
  • HR
Certificate Requirements

15-Credit Hours

  • MKT 220: Basic Marketing Concepts

  • SPM 305: Sport Event Management

  • SPM 320: Esports Management

  • MKT 322: Integrated Marketing Communications

  • MKT 426: Esports Marketing and Branding

Contact Information

Please contact one of the coordinators of the program by using the information below.

 

 

Esports Management Program Created to Meet Needs of Growing Industry


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 Last Modified 7/6/23