High Performance Sport Management MSc

Program Overview

Middlesex University's MSc High Performance Sport Management program provides a comprehensive education in sports science, performance analysis, and business development. Delivered online with an optional on-campus residential, the program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to excel in the rapidly expanding sports industry. Graduates are prepared for careers in performance management, business development, and other roles that require a blend of technical expertise and business acumen.

Program Outline

Degree Overview

• High demand for graduates: The sports industry is rapidly expanding, creating a strong demand for skilled professionals in high-performance sport management.
• Strong program reputation: Middlesex University has a respected reputation for offering high-quality programs in diverse fields.
• Experienced faculty: The program benefits from an experienced faculty, consisting of experts in their respective fields.
This ensures that students receive a well-rounded education, grounded in real-world expertise.
• Flexible learning format: The program is delivered through online learning, allowing students to study from anywhere and at their own pace.
This increases accessibility and allows students to balance studies with work and other commitments. This support facilitates career success upon graduation.

What you will gain:

• In-depth knowledge of sports science, including strength and conditioning science, exercise nutrition, and diagnostics in sports performance.
• Practical skills in performance analysis and applied psychology, including utilizing data and technology to optimize athletic performance.
• Strong business acumen, including business development skills, alongside a thorough understanding of the sports industry and its commercial landscape.
• Critical thinking and research skills, including the ability to design and conduct research studies, as well as evaluate and apply findings to real-world scenarios.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate complex ideas to various audiences.

Outline

Program Structure:

• Duration:
• Full-time: 12 months
• Part-time: Up to 30 months
• Course Delivery: Online learning with an optional on-campus residential held within the Summer Term.
• Assessment: Primarily coursework-based, including essays, case study presentations, reflective thinking diaries, and online practical assessments.
• Dissertation: A compulsory dissertation allows students to demonstrate their research skills in a chosen area of high-performance sport management or practice-based study.

Compulsory Modules:

• Strength and Conditioning Science (15 credits): Understanding the principles of strength and conditioning and applying them to improve athletic performance.
Develop practical skills in exercise performance and program design for athletes.
• Theory of Sport and Exercise Nutrition (15 credits): Understanding the principles of nutrition and their relation to athletic performance.
Develop knowledge of macro and micronutrients, energy balance, and hydration strategies for athletes. Understand the role of nutrition in recovery, injury prevention, and immune function.
• Diagnostics in Sport Performance (15 credits): Understand the principles and methods of sport performance diagnostics.
Develop knowledge of the latest techniques for assessing and measuring physical fitness, movement patterns, and sport-specific skills.
• Performance Analysis (15 credits): Understand the principles and methods of sport performance analysis.
Develop knowledge of the latest techniques for assessing and measuring physical fitness, movement patterns, and sport-specific skills.
• Applied Psychology (15 credits): Understand the psychological factors that influence athletic performance and how to apply this knowledge to improve performance.
Develop skills in goal setting, visualization, and motivation techniques. Understand the role of leadership and teamwork in sports performance.
• Business Development (15 credits): Understanding the structure and dynamics of the sports industry.
Develop skills in entrepreneurship and business development, including marketing, finance, and strategy. Understand the roles of the various departments from the business side of large sporting organizations/teams.
• Research Methods (30 credits): Understanding the principles of research design and methodology.
Develop skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods. Apply research skills to evaluate and improve sports performance and business operations.
• Research-based Dissertation (30 credits): Developing a deep understanding of a specific area of high-performance sport management through either practice-based or research-based study.
Conduct independent research or practice-based work to investigate a specific research question or practical problem in the field. Demonstrate advanced research and critical thinking skills in the production of a high-quality dissertation or practice-based project.
• Practice-based Dissertation (60 credits): The aim is to provide students with a learning experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating a specific sport and/or exercise science project within a relevant setting.
The purpose is to provide a personal development opportunity within the applied sport setting, with access to support and training mechanisms leading to, but not including, external qualifications in areas such as sport and exercise science (BASES); strength and conditioning (UKSCA); and sport and exercise nutrition (SEN). These processes enable reflective practice.

Optional Modules (Subject to availability):

• Advanced Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
• Talent Identification and Development in Sport (15 credits)
• Sports Coaching and Leadership (15 credits)
• The Business of Professional Football (15 credits)
• Sport Event Management (15 credits)
• Sports Marketing and Sponsorship (15 credits)
• Sport Law and Ethics (15 credits)
• The Psychology of Exercise and Health (15 credits)

Assessment

• Assessment is primarily based on coursework, which may include:
• Essays
• Case study presentations
• Reflective thinking diaries
• Online practical assessments
• A dissertation allows students to demonstrate their research skills in a chosen area of high-performance sport management or conduct a practice-based project.

Teaching

• The course is taught by an experienced teaching team with diverse expertise and professional experience.
• The online learning environment offers flexibility and includes interactive activities such as online lectures, group discussions, and case studies.
Students also have access to extensive online resources.
• An optional in-person residential during the Summer Term provides workshops, seminars, and practical sessions, allowing students to apply learned knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios.

Careers

This program prepares graduates for diverse careers in the sports industry, with a focus on roles related to performance management and business development. Professionals in these roles require a blend of technical knowledge, practical skills, and business acumen. This program equips graduates with these attributes, along with opportunities to gain practical experience through work placements and practice-based learning.

• Opening doors to exciting and rewarding careers: This program opens doors to careers in various fields within the sports industry, from working with professional sports teams to managing sports organizations or developing new technologies and products to enhance athletic performance.

Other

• Location: North London campus, accessible by a 23-minute underground train ride from London Kings Cross.