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Sport Business Management at University of Salford - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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University of Salford has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Become a digital-first sport business leader in this rapidly evolving sector with our BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management programme. You'll develop cutting edge skills in data analytics, digital innovation and sustainable business practices that traditional sport management programmes often overlook. You'll focus on contemporary challenges transforming the industry, from AI driven fan engagement and sports analytics, to women's sports growth and sustainability initiatives. You'll benefit from Greater Manchester's dynamic sports ecosystem, working with industry partners including Oldham Athletics FC, FC United of Manchester, Manchester Football Association, British Wrestling, Salford Red Devils and many more. The programme combines Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation with Tech Industry Gold standard recognition, making Salford the first UK university to achieve this dual distinction. Through live industry projects, authentic business pitches and hands-on experience, you'll graduate with immediately applicable skills that bridge traditional sports business acumen with digital transformation capabilities, positioning you for leadership roles in the global sports industry.

  • Master data analytics and business intelligence tools like Power BI and SQL to drive strategic sport business decisions
  • Develop digital marketing strategies for global audiences and learn how AI is revolutionising fan engagement and operations
  • Gain hands-on experience through live projects with professional sport organisations across Greater Manchester's vibrant sports ecosystem
Develop your skills You’ll look ahead to the technologies that will affect the work of business professionals in the future and gain essential digitals skills that will help you go further in the industry, such as: / Body swap technology / iDea Bronze Award / Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word and 365 / Xero Accounting Software / Power BI All our undergraduate business courses are available with: • Placement Year - on the placement year option, you will not pay fees to the University and will earn a wage for the work that you do. •Study Abroad – study with one of our partner Universities for a semester or a year. • Foundation Year – start with the fundamental areas of business and the key skill you need to study at University level. Find out more on www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/sport-business-management.

Modules

In the first year, you'll gain foundational business knowledge alongside sport specific learning through comparative league analysis and multi-sport event planning. You'll work with industry panels, presenting growth strategies for real sport organisations. Second year studies advance your analytical capabilities through business intelligence platforms, project management methodologies and live industry projects with external partners. Sport-focused modules explore governance frameworks, financial strategies and digital transformation opportunities in fan engagement and operations. In your final year, you'll develop leadership and strategic thinking through innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability studies. / Year One: Digital and Business Skills; Understanding Organisations; Principles of Marketing; Data Analysis for Business; The Future of Business; Sport Business Environment /Year Two: Professional Development; Project Management; Sports Business Finance: Trends and Analysis; Live Project in Sport Business; Sports Marketing; The Digital Workplace; Contemporary Issues in International Marketing; Internship /Year Three: Business Ethics and Sustainability; Strategic Sport Business Management; Leadership and Management in Sport Business; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Global Sport Business; Strategic Management; Big Data Analytics; Climate Change and Sustainability in Business; Information Security Management; Internship; Technology Innovation

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
NC14
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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Sport Business Management at University of Salford - UCAS