Master of Business Administration (Sports Management)
PostgraduateTUA-MSM-MAS2024
Course information for 2024 intake View information for 2025 course intake
Learn from the biggest and the best in sports management
Establish globally recognised credentials with this MBA, delivered in partnership with Real Madrid Graduate School. You’ll tap into the best business minds in the sporting arena. Turn your passion for the game into managerial success.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 12
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Business Administration (Sports Management)
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Identify and analyse important socio-cultural influences in sport.
- Apply current theories across business disciplines and sports management.
- Establish and maintain marketing campaigns to build strong communities.
- Use software to effectively analyse data and apply advanced business principles.
Torrens University's MBA in Sport Management builds analytics, sports marketing, management, and leadership skills. Co-delivered with Real Madrid Graduate School, learn from top experts at Universidad Europea and the world-renowned Real Madrid Football Club. Gain insights from the best in the field of sports management.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. Participate in live classes, connecting with specialist lecturers and fellow students. When studying online, you’ll complete the same set of self-paced study modules as on-campus students, and graduate with the same qualification. Best of all, you get access to view live content on demand.
Course duration: 1.5 years full time, 3 years part time, 1 year accelerated.
Recommended study pattern
The Master of Business Administration (Sports Management) course structure comprises 12 subjects (120 credit points). The course of study is made up of 12 core subjects (120 credit points).
Award requirements
To qualify for the award of Master of Business Administration (Sports Management), the candidate must satisfactorily complete a course of study that comprises twelve (12) core subjects (120 credit points).Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative total fee $54,180
The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- An Australian Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent, or higher-level qualification, in a business (or related) discipline from a recognised tertiary institution; OR
- Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) AND three (3) year of relevant work experience.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
- Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to critically analyse core sporting business functions, implement strategic processes, manage risk and lead complex teams. MBA graduates are often employed in senior roles in industry or in starting their own successful businesses.
Potential career paths include:
- Sports Development Manager
- Sport Marketing Manager
- Sport Event Manager.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
Chief Executives and Managing Directors | N/A^ | Up 10.8% |
Corporate General Managers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
General Managers | N/A^ | Up 59.7% |
Management Consultants | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available