Master in Scienze della Gestione dello Sport

This Sports Management programme is designed to prepare you to work in management positions in sports and related industry. It gives a solid understanding and knowledge about sport as it is practised in the European context and introduces students to ethical, economic, organizational, historical, political, and psychological topics, necessary to meet the demands of this growing industry. The Master’s program is open to both Norwegian and international students with a recognized first degree (BBA, BA or BSc), equivalent to 180 ECTS, within relevant academic fields. The entire degree programme is taught and assessed in English.

Molde University College collaborates with many partner organisations, which gives our students unique access to internships. This provides essential entries to organisations and platforms of exchange between practitioners, students and faculty. Our studies are flexible, and students may also go on exchange to one of our partner universities in Europe. The international MSc program consists of 90 credits of coursework and a master’s thesis of 30 ECTS credits.

Applicants should preferably hold a recognised first degree (BBA, BA, BSc), equivalent to a minimum of 180 ECTS credits, in Sport Management/ Sciences, Business Administration or Social Sciences. At least 80 ECTS of the bachelor`s degree should be related to economy, sociology, political science, organization or similar relevant academic disciplines..

Admission to the international MSc programmes at Molde University College, Specialized University in Logistics is highly competitive, and applicants should preferably have completed their bachelor’s degree with an average grade of Excellent or Very Good, or at least a minimum average grade of Good/ grade C or equivalent (Like First Class or Second Class Upper Division or equivalent grades).

Why choose this programme?

The study is suitable for

Those who work or plan to work in sport clubs, sport associations or other types of organisations (agencies, media, event organisers etc.)

Molde University College – Specialized University in Logistics (MUC) is situated in the coastal cities of Molde and Kristiansund, on the northwest coast of Norway. Established in 1994 with a commitment to excellence in education and research, MUC offers various academic programs across various disciplines. We offer study programs on the undergraduate and graduate levels in Logistics, Economics and Administration, IT, Sport Management, Social Sciences, and Health Sciences. Our student body comprises 3800 students and 280 staff members organized in the Faculty of Logistics, Faculty of Business Administration and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Health Science and Social Care. Molde University College places a strong emphasis on research and is actively engaged in contributing to various fields. The faculty comprises experienced and dedicated professionals who are not only experts in their respective fields but also committed mentors, guiding students toward academic success and personal growth.

Good reasons to study at Molde University College

HiMolde trains people who work knowledge-based with quality improvement, innovation and sustainable value creation with their future employers. We emphasize the connection between research and education, and give students opportunities to participate actively in research projects.

The students at HiMolde get

• Varied, engaging and effective teaching
• Flexible pedagogy and stimulating learning environment
• Focus on sustainability and innovation in practice in interaction with the society around us
• Flexible study options with placement and practice
• Competence for a working life in transition
• Good opportunities for international exchange