Department of Sports Management
Undergraduate programme training specialists in sports management and organisation.
Who Is It For?
The Sports Management program is suitable for students who are interested in sports, possess organizational and management skills, wish to develop leadership qualities, enjoy communicating, and aspire to a career in the sports sector. It also appeals to individuals with strategic thinking ability, aptitude for teamwork, and the capacity to adapt to a dynamic working environment.
Quick Summary
- 4-year undergraduate program
- Full-time education in Turkish
- Mandatory internship
- Erasmus exchange program opportunity
- Double major and minor options
- Curriculum focused on sports management, marketing, and organization
About the Department
The Department of Sports Management within the Faculty of Sport Sciences provides education aimed at training managers and specialists needed by the sports sector. The program sits at the intersection of management sciences and sport sciences, equipping students with both general business management and sports-specific management knowledge and skills.
The curriculum covers core topics including the institutional structuring of sports clubs, sports marketing and sponsorship, event organization, sports economics, sports law, and facility management. In addition to theoretical courses, students gain professional experience through applied projects, internships, and industry collaborations. The Erasmus exchange program, double major, and minor options support students' academic development.
Career Opportunities
Sports Management graduates find employment opportunities in sports clubs, federations, municipal sports directorates, private sports facilities, organization companies, sports media organizations, and enterprises operating in sports tourism. Additionally, academic career paths through graduate education are available.