Master's Degree in Sport Business Management
Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
Spanish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 19 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 19.37 euros per credit (82 euros for students who are not EU nationals and do not currently reside in Spain). Fees for the academic year 2025-2026
Key Summary
The master's degree in Sport Business Management is designed to provide students from different fields of study related to economics and sport with the skills to become business leaders in the sector. Students who successfully complete the program will be capable of managing public and private sports enterprises and will have the technical knowledge for solid, effective professional practice. The degree program also aims to foster an entrepreneurial spirit for the creation of new companies linked to this sector.
Upon completion of the program, students will understand the key factors involved in the management of a private or public sports business.
The following university departments are involved in teaching the program:
- Department of Economics and Business Organization
- Department of Accounting
- Department of Sociology and Organizational Analysis
- Department of Administrative Law and Procedural Law
- Department of Mercantile Law, Labour Law and Social Security Law
- Department of Social Psychology
- Department of Econometrics, Statistics and Spanish Economy
The University of Barcelona also offers a UB-specific master's degree in Financial Management of Sports Organizations, intended for general sports professionals.
The languages of instruction for this program are Spanish: 80%, English: 20%.
May 6, 2025, 16.00 h
The main objective of this program is to train students from diverse academic backgrounds in sports-related economics, as preparation for management roles in sports businesses and organizations operating within different areas and sectors of the economy. This entails gaining in-depth knowledge of business management, and advanced knowledge and understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of sports business management. To this end, the course provides the requisite knowledge of accounting and finances and the regulatory framework governing business activities in the sports industry, and draws attention to the importance of social responsibility and ethics in business-related decision making. It also includes training in marketing, which is a vital tool for the development of corporate image and market positioning. Other key topics are the organization of sports events, sponsorship, advertising and public relations. Ultimately, graduates will acquire the capacity to apply and integrate their knowledge in any environment, including multidisciplinary contexts.
The University of Barcelona consistently ranks among the top institutions nationally, in Europe, and worldwide. Its performance in the most prestigious international rankings reflects excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and global engagement.
- Ranked 1st nationally in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)
- Ranked 1st nationally in the THE (Times Higher Education) World University Rankings
- Ranked 1st nationally and 68th in Europe in the QS World University Rankings
- Ranked 1st nationally and 27th in Europe in the Best Global Universities Rankings
Studying at the University of Barcelona means joining a world-class academic community recognized for its innovation and impact.
By the end of the master's degree, students will understand the functional areas and key tasks involved in the management of a sports company or organization. They will study organizations and companies active in the public and private sectors, at local and regional, national and international levels. They will also have the knowledge of business management to take on basic responsibilities in the management of an organization, business, association or sports facility and understand the skills that must be perfected to ensure effective professional practice.
Therefore, career opportunities are to be found in business management in the sports industry, from managing fitness and competition facilities and technical management positions within federations or other organizations that promote sport to business management for sports equipment companies, for example. Other career paths include sports events, club management, management of marketing programs and the design of other policies to promote sports products and services.
Finally, the course aims to promote entrepreneurship and foster the creation of new service companies in the sports sector.