MSc Sport - International Sport and Event Management
Marseille, France
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 18,000 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
*Offer available for any application completed before 30/11/2025. Only available on MSc specialised programmes and undergraduate programmes taught in full-time.
The sports industry encompasses a wide range of professions dedicated to organising, managing, and promoting sporting events. Professionals in this field must possess specialised skills that adapt to the ever-changing landscape of sports. Based in Marseille, this Master of Science (MSc), recognised as the second-best programme in the sport and e-sport management category by the EdUniversal 2024 index, delivers a robust curriculum designed to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Objectives of the international sport & event management programme
"The strength of this programme, created in 1997 and co-built with companies from the sector, lies in its ability to train managers in line with the needs and specificities of sports business. We manage that thanks to the combination of skills in event marketing and sports law. Our students benefit from personalised coaching on their professional project and the construction of their network. The International Sport & Event Management programme is recognised and valued by professionals in the sports industry, both nationally and internationally."
Jean-Philippe Danglade
Programme highlights
- Dual academic and professional expertise
- Focus on experiential learning
- Personalised coaching
- A CSR-oriented programme
- An extensive network of alumni
- A true international dimension
Key figures
- 90% of graduates find a job within 6 months after graduation
- €39,800 average annual salary
- 800 alumni globally
- 30 partner companies
At KEDGE Business School, we believe that financial concerns should not prevent students from accessing the course of their choice. We are fully aware that a higher education diploma requires a strong motivation as well as personal and financial commitments. We recognise that pursuing a degree requires motivation as well as personal and financial commitment. To help you shape your own path towards the career of your dreams, the school offers a range of scholarships to ambitious and talented international students. In addition to the financial aid provided by KEDGE, international candidates can seek governmental or corporate scholarships in their home countries and beyond.
Scholarships in France for international students
How to get a scholarship in France?
Do you have a study project in France? We are eager to offer students this opportunity and provide them with a high-standard business education. Our doors are always open to those who wish to study and experience educational excellence in France’s major cities: Paris, Bordeaux, Marseille, and/or Toulon. To support international applicants, we offer a range of exclusive financial support options.
International students may also benefit from other scholarships funded by their home country. To learn more about the scholarships available to foreign applicants in France, visit the Campus Bourses tool. It identifies all financial support opportunities provided by French and foreign governments, local authorities, companies, foundations, and higher education institutions.
Who can apply for KEDGE scholarships?
Only non-French (foreign) students applying for our International BBA, Specialised MSc or Master in Management Grande Ecole are eligible. Exchange students from other schools and universities abroad cannot apply for this financial aid.
Erasmus Options
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
- Erasmus +
Exclusive KEDGE scholarships
These financial plans are aimed at international students only.
- Social Scholarship
- Solidarity Scholarship
- Excellence Scholarship
- Early Bird Scholarship
- Diversity Scholarship
- Partner Scholarship
- ISLI Kirsten Hoey Scholarship
- Alumni Scholarship
- Welcome to France Scholarship
- Eiffel Scholarship
International scholarships to study in France
International students at KEDGE Business School can benefit from various grants offered and funded by their countries. Explore possible student grant options by area:
- America
- Southern Europe
- India, East Asia
- Africa & Eastern Europe
- Central Asia, Middle-East and Northern Europe
- Sports event organisation and coordination
- Marketing and sales of brands involved in sporting events
- Design, implementation and evaluation of innovative approaches to CSR
Studying sport events in Marseille
Studying sports management in Marseille offers diverse opportunities in a vibrant city known for its sports culture, particularly football with Olympique de Marseille. The city hosts prominent teams like the Marseille Provence Handball club and Rugby Club Toulonnais, providing exposure to top-tier competitions. Marseille's coastal location makes it a hub for sailing and water sports, and a focal point for international sports events, enabling students to lets students attend high-profile events and apply their theoretical skills to a real environment: with modern facilities and infrastructure, the city is ideal for organising sporting events.
Several academic institutions in Marseille offer programmes in sports management and related fields, providing high-quality education by renowned key players and professionals. This educational experience is complemented by Marseille's exceptional living environment, nestled between the sea and mountains.
In the heart of the Calanques national park, KEDGE Luminy campus integrates modern architecture with natural surroundings, enhancing the overall experience. Various activities throughout the year contribute to the holistic development of students.
Career prospects
This high-level programme has trained more than 800 managers in 20 years, who now work for major companies and international sporting organisations holding senior positions such as:
- Head of partnership/sponsorship
- Business manager
- Brand manager
- Project manager
- Events/guests services manager
- Head of sponsoring and public relations
- Communication manager
- Head of marketing/merchandising/ticketing
- Head of promotion for sport brands
- Stadium manager
- Consultant in sport marketing
- Hospitality manager
Network & Partners
Adidas, Allianz Riviera, Alpes 2030, Alpine, Arena du Pays d’Aix, AS Monaco, ASO, ATP World Tour, AXA, CNOSF, Fédération Française de Football, Fédération Française de Rugby, Fédération Française de Tennis, Fédération Française de Basket-Ball, Fédération Française de Hand-Ball, BNP Paribas, Electronic Arts, Generali, Lavazza, Allin Group, Groupe Oreca, Havas Play, Keneo, La Fourmi, LDLC Arena, Ligue Nationale de Rugby, MEENT, NBA, Octagon, Olympique Lyonnais, Nike, Paris Dakar, Puma, PSG, RedBull, Rugby Club Toulonnais, Skoda, Sportfive, Stade de France, UEFA, etc.