Esports Business Management HND

Our innovative Higher National Diploma (HND) in Esports Business Management prepares future talent for careers in the rapidly growing esports industry. With over 3.24 billion gamers globally in 2021, esports is a global phenomenon.<br/><br/>In the UK, the sector supports over 1,200 jobs and continues to expand. This course leverages the success of the industry to educate and inspire future professionals. Key aspects of esports, including collaboration with grassroots communities, tournament organisers, and industry leaders, form the foundation of the programme. <br/><br/>Developed with industry experts, the curriculum builds essential skills, and students will learn in a cutting-edge environment with an Esports Arena, broadcasting equipment, and an Esports Lab.<br/><br/>/ Learn about and explore the eco-systems within the esports industry with a view to gaining an expert perspective of the environment. <br/>/ Develop awareness of the ethics and integrity that sustain the industry with a view to ensuring sustainable practices for esports communities.<br/>/ Learn how to plan and design an event tournament concept and pitch your ideas to an industry panel.<br/>/ Develop your broadcasting tech skills in a practical and safe environment which will enable you to host your own tournaments in a professional manner.<br/>/ Develop basic to intermediate content creation skills, digital business skills and have the opportunity to demonstrate these in live environments.<br/>/ Network with your peers, industry and academics in a safe and supportive environment using the Universitys brand new Esports Lab.<br/><br/>Following on from this level 5 HND programme, you will also have the opportunity to complete a BSc top-up degree to gain a full BSc degree, further your knowledge and refine your skills. Find out more about the BSc Top-Up Esports Business Management course at www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/esports-business-management-bsc-top-up.<br/><br/>The esports market has boomed in recent years with increasing demand from viewers wanting to watch the most popular gamers in the world. The coverage of esports is only increasing, with demand expected to grow to 640.8 million viewers of esports worldwide by 2025. In turn, this growth is creating thousands of jobs in this industry and fresh demand for graduates with specific skills and knowledge. This is your perfect opportunity to turn your interests into a stable, successful and fulfilling career. <br/><br/>You’ll also look ahead to the technologies that will affect the work of esports professionals in the future and gain the essential digitals skills that will help you go further in the industry, including: <br/><br/>/ Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook<br/>/ iDea Bronze Award<br/><br/>Find out more at www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/esports-business-management