Those who wish to study sports business often find that they are able to enter a diverse and exciting field. This type of program deals with business theory and principles, particularly in the context of athletics, sports, and competitions.

To gain admission into the Nigerian universities (both public and private universities are in every state of the federation including the FCT), a prospective student has to sit for and successfully pass the UME(Universities Matriculation Examination) which is administered by JAMB (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board). Also individual universities regularly screen prospective candidates to make sure they are up to par for university level work in Nigeria.