Bachelor Sports Management (BA)

The distance learning sport management is a flexibly conceived Bachelor study , which can be completed both on-the-job as well as full-time.

A life without sport is unimaginable for you? Then turn your passion into a career! The fitness industry is booming and needs specialists who, in addition to their sporting knowledge, also have sound business management know-how. Whether you are a fitness trainer, a former professional athlete or simply a sports fanatic - with a bachelor's degree in sports management you have many options.

As a sports management student at AKAD, you can digitally access learning content anytime, anywhere. This is what makes the part-time bachelor's degree in sports management, as a combination of online and distance learning, so flexible and is your chance to qualify individually and efficiently for management tasks in the sports industry.

Your study structure

Her degree program Sports Management (BA) is divided into six semesters. These are divided into three study sections to guide you to the best possible conclusion. While the first two sections consist of compulsory modules, in the last part of your studies you can concentrate on two freely selectable topics:

First stage of study

The beginning of your studies is to acquire a sound basic knowledge in the field of business administration. The contents are always closely related to the sports industry. Personnel management, marketing and bookkeeping are just as important as controlling, business mathematics and contract law.

Second stage of study

Building on the first section, the middle part of your studies will focus on the relevant sports-specific management fields and sports science content. It is about the diagnosis of exercise and health, but also about sports economics and sports law. Likewise, topics such as sponsorship, media work and financing are among the modules.

Third stage of study

After you have acquired a broad knowledge, choose from eleven disciplines two exciting areas that you deepen in the third stage of study in detail. You can choose the combination according to your interests.

In a final project work, you will document the results of a practice-oriented task and prepare yourself optimally for your degree.

thesis

At the end of your studies, you will work on your own and, under scientific aspects, a bachelor thesis. In doing so, you will pursue a subject-related question in your area of ​​study.

Your perspective in distance learning sports management

As a graduate of the degree program Sports Management (BA) you are helping to actively shape the growing sector of the sports and fitness industry. They accompany and support associations, clubs and the sports industry in the management, organization, planning and marketing, thus ensuring economic profitability. You are active in all sectors of the sports industry (sports associations, clubs, agencies, advertising and sponsoring).

In the management of sport-specific companies and institutions you generate the best possible service offers and products for the consumers involved. Also in the administration of sports-relevant facilities you have a wide variety of fields of activity. For example, you work in controlling, HR departments, quality management and development projects. In the industry, you are active for large sporting goods manufacturers, in the media, you take care of the marketing and public relations. The possible fields of activity range from the tourism industry over the construction of sports facilities to the management of the company sports department of a non-industry company. Both non-profit and for-profit organizations open up a variety of exciting job opportunities. You become a nationally and internationally sought after specialist in the sports and fitness sector.

AKAD University - the pioneer in the digital, time and place-independent bachelor degree program

Organize your studies according to your individual professional and private situation. Get the most out of your learning type! With the digital AKAD study model you can acquire a bachelor's degree during your working life in a flexible , individual and efficient manner :

The AKAD Campus is the central hub for your Bachelor's degree. At any time and on the move, you can use your study documents online. Plan exams very flexibly and exchange information with your fellow students and professors. Would you like to know how close you have come to your Bachelor's degree? A look at the AKAD Campus is enough! With the AKAD study model as a working student successful for a Bachelor's degree:

• Distance learning: practice-oriented, up-to-date and clearly structured study materials. Time and place independent. For home and on the go!
• E-learning: efficient learning through digital learning methods: online exercises, online coaching and web-based training. So that the contents sit safely!
• Interactive e-learning: personally by tutors and in direct exchange with fellow students. Additional skills that you can use profitably in your job!
• Seminars (optional): complementary to the virtual forms of learning. Immediately apply what you have learned in concrete professional issues!

Digital pioneer of distance learning in Germany

philosophy

AKAD University sees itself as an innovative education provider in distance learning. With nationally and internationally recognized degrees as well as high level training, we contribute to the personal and professional success of our clients. Our educational offers are geared to the needs of working people. As a pioneer in digital distance learning, we rely on a mix of media and methods that gives learners maximum flexibility. The quality of our distance learning offers is documented by state approvals and accreditations.

About AKAD

Studying flexibly, individually and efficiently next to the profession - at AKAD , the pioneer in digital distance learning! As a state-recognized and first private distance learning AKAD University in Germany, the AKAD University offers a variety of distance learning courses and opportunities for further education in the areas of: business and management, technology and computer science, as well as communication and culture. To successfully complete your bachelor's or master's degree you do not need to go to university, because your distance learning at AKAD depends entirely on your individual needs and your personal time management! So you can complete your studies at AKAD University extra-occupationally and flexibly. As an AKAD student, you also have access to a range of free digital media and tools to make distance learning easier. The focal point of your distance learning program is the AKAD Campus.

numbers

• Currently around 6,000 distance students in study and training courses;
• Average age: 30 years
• Over 60,000 successful graduates since 1959
• Around 400 professors and lecturers with academic qualifications and practical experience
• Over 200 business partnerships
• 225 employees at AKAD University

facts

• With AKAD University and AKAD further education, AKAD offers the broadest range of distance learning and further education in the areas of business & management, technology & IT, and communication & culture.
• AKAD University offers over 65 extra-occupational distance learning courses leading to Bachelor, Master, MBA and university certificates in the fields of business & management, technology & IT, communication & culture for academic further education.
• AKAD training: 120 continuing education courses in the fields of economics, technology and languages. IHK courses, state-recognized translators, language diplomas, distance learning courses.
• High success rates: 96 percent of distance students graduate straight away
• 82 percent were able to extend their career through their distance learning at AKAD.
• 1956 Foundation of AKAD Switzerland
• 33 examination centers nationwide and one examination center in Austria, from A for Aalen to Z for Zwickau.
• Member of the Association of Private Universities eV, the Forum DistancE-Learning and the European Association for Distance Learning.

Flexible next to the job

The right way for every type of learner

• Learn at your own pace where and when you want.
• Your studies are so well compatible with your work and your private life.
• The AKAD study model enables every type of learner to follow their own path.
• You can start your studies at any time.

Individual care

Personal service during the distance learning

• AKAD study support will help you personally and quickly.
• Our lecturers and tutors are always at your disposal for technical questions.
• According to the FernstudiumCheck Report, the AKAD University is one of the most popular AKAD University sciences and has been awarded the Service Quality Award by the German Institute for Service Quality (DISQ).

Efficient distance learning

96% graduate from AKAD

• Practice-oriented study materials and a modern online platform ensure optimal exam preparation.
• 96 percent of students graduate straight away.
• AKAD graduates enjoy an average salary improvement of 29%.