MBA E-Sports | Gaming Management

Program Overview

The IU International University of Applied Sciences MBA in E-Sports Management equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue management roles in the rapidly growing E-sports industry. The program covers business administration fundamentals and specialized E-sports topics, including marketing, event management, and team management. Students benefit from 24/7 support, practice-based learning, and the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a capstone project.

Program Outline

MBA E-Sports Management Program Details:

Degree Overview:

The IU International University of Applied Sciences MBA degree with a specialization in E-Sports Management offers a unique opportunity to participate in a rapidly growing industry and contribute to its development while advancing your career. This program is designed for individuals with a strong vision, high ambitions, and a belief in their ability to make a real impact on the entertainment and sports industries. The program aims to equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to take on various management roles within the E-Sports industry immediately after graduation.

Outline:

Online Course Overview:

The program begins with a strong foundation in business administration and management skills, covering key concepts in international marketing, strategic management, and innovation. The second semester delves into the world of E-Sports Management, providing specialized knowledge and skills to prepare students for a career in the industry.

Semester 1:

• Leadership: 5 ECTS credits
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship: 5 ECTS credits
• Corporate Finance: 5 ECTS credits
• International Marketing: 5 ECTS credits
• Managerial Economics: 5 ECTS credits
• Performance Measurement: 5 ECTS credits

Semester 2:

• Strategic Management: 5 ECTS credits
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance: 5 ECTS credits
• Operations and Information Management: 5 ECTS credits
• E-Sports Management: 10 ECTS credits
• E-Sports Marketing and Event Management: 10 ECTS credits

Semester 3:

Teaching:

• All the support you need, any time of day: The program provides access to both human and AI-powered tutoring.
Tutors are available to answer questions and participate in recurring appointments for discussion.

Careers:

• Your MBA – E-Sports Management career outlook: Graduates can expect excellent career opportunities in the growing E-Sports entertainment sector.
Their strong business administration knowledge and industry familiarity will help them secure positions in E-Sports events management, team management, media relations, and digital communities management.
• Potential Career Paths:
• E-Sports Manager Media & Community Management:
Engaging with audiences, building relationships and communities of fandom, and increasing team and industry exposure. Requires familiarity with social media channels and trends.
• Event Manager E-Sports: Organizing, coordinating, and overseeing E-Sports events.
Requires strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, and adaptability.
• Team Manager E-Sports: Managing E-Sports athletes/players or teams.
Requires business skills, leadership traits, and the ability to guide careers and secure sponsorships.
• Your career enabler: 94% of current IU graduates find a job within 3 months.
The program's practice-based approach prepares students for careers at industry-leading companies.

Other:

• This study programme is completely taught in English!

• Your degree summed up:
• OnlineCampus Study Model Degree:
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 90 ECTS credits, English
• Accreditation & Recognition:
Accredited in line with German and European standards (ZFU 153413c90 ECTS credits - English), Internationally recognized and transferable.
• Tuition Fees & Discounts: Starting from € 385 (US$ 417) per month, based on the exchange rate from 31.07.2024 12:00 AM (CEST), No application fees.
• Study Duration: Study start any time, Duration 18 - 36 months (depending on time model).
• Modernised learning: Access to a unique learning app and AI tutor.
• Award-winning education: First-class learning: 96% recommended.
• German quality promise: All programs are state-accredited and recognized internationally.
Over 100,000 students have trusted IU.
• Kickstart your career in Europe: Benefit from an 18-month post-study job seeker's visa as an IU student learning on campus and begin your career in Germany.
• 100% Flexibility: Choose what, how, and where you study.
Start your career immediately depending on your preferred study format.
• 94% Job success: Practice-oriented programs prepare students for their future careers.
94% of IU graduates find a job within 3 months after graduation.
• Start your career in Berlin: The German campus in Berlin provides access to the labor market.
• IU Berlin: Study in Germany's capital city, home to major companies, a thriving expat community, a cheap cost of living, and an energetic start-up scene.
• What does it mean studying on Campus?

If you don't meet the work experience requirements, you can still pursue a similar degree from a partner institution.

• Save time: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!

• Why IU International University of Applied Sciences is the best choice:
• Flexible and 100% Online:
Study when you want, 100% online, full-time or part-time.
• Accredited & Globally Recognised: Accredited by the German Accreditation Council, meeting high quality standards.
• Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice: Essential theoretical knowledge and practice-oriented studies designed for career preparation.
• Hybrid Studies = More Flexibility: Combine in-person tutorials with online study materials for a flexible schedule.
• Take 4 weeks to test your degree: Start your online degree and get a refund if you're not convinced within the first 4 weeks.

Tuition Fees Starting from € 385 (US$ 417) per month based on the exchange rate from 31.07.2024 12:00 AM (CEST) Online applicationNo application fees