Sport Business Management

Turn your passion for sport into a thriving business career.

The BSc Sport Business Management degree equips you with the leadership, marketing, and strategic skills needed to succeed in the global sports industry. With CIMSPA and CMI professional endorsements, this dynamic programme blends business expertise with the fast-paced world of sport, offering hands-on experience, industry connections, and the skills to excel in sport management, marketing, and operations.

Why study this course at Marjon?
• Expert teaching combined with hands-on experiences, preparing you for a successful career in sport and business management.
• Gain CIMSPA and CMI professional endorsements at no extra cost, providing valuable industry recognition.
• Strong industry connections and a dedicated year in industry, ensuring you graduate with real-world experience.
• Small class sizes, offering personalised support and a focus on your professional development.
• Be part of a vibrant and supportive community, helping you thrive in the fast-moving world of sport business.

Where could this degree take you?

Your business skills will be highly transferable, opening opportunities in sport and beyond, including:
• Business Development Manager – leading growth and commercial strategy within sports organisations.
• Events and Facilities Manager – overseeing major sporting events and venues.
• Sports Agent or Player Care Specialist – supporting and managing athlete careers.
• Marketing Officer – driving brand engagement and sponsorship within sport.
• Sports Management and Administration – shaping the future of professional clubs, governing bodies, and commercial sports enterprises.
• Entrepreneurship – launching and managing your own business within the sports sector.

Develop the business acumen, leadership skills, and industry expertise to succeed in sport management, marketing, and business operations. Join us at Marjon and take your first step toward a career in the global sports industry.

Why study at Marjon?

• Small, person-focused university
• No.2 university in England for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024)
• No.4 university in the UK for Career Prospects (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023)
• No.4 uni in England for Education (Student Experience) (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023)

There’s still time to join a university where you’ll be supported to thrive. Ranked No. 3 in England for Student Satisfaction (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), Plymouth Marjon University offers a friendly, close-knit community where you'll receive personalised support from expert lecturers and dedicated Personal Development Tutors.

Every course includes practical experience through placements, helping you build the skills and confidence employers are looking for before you graduate. With a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2023) and strong links to industry, you’ll be prepared for whatever comes next. Set on a green campus just minutes from Plymouth, the coast and Dartmoor, Marjon gives you the best of city, countryside and seaside living in one place.