Master’s Degree in Sports Management

This comprehensive master’s program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to manage and lead sports organizations, projects, and events in a professional and strategic way.

Throughout the program, you will learn about management and leadership in sports organizations, event planning, sports marketing, communication, and law, while developing an innovative perspective on digitalization, sustainability, and entrepreneurship in sports.

The Master’s Degree in Sports Management by IHMGS and the Technical University of Valencia (UPV) combines academic excellence and practical experience, preparing students to take on leadership and management roles in clubs, federations, companies, and sports events.

Our goal is to help you advance your professional career and become a leader in the world of sports management.

• Module 1 – Spanish as a Foreign Language Course (600 hours)

Taught by IHMGS, this module ensures that students achieve the necessary language proficiency to perform academically and professionally in Spain.

Over 600 hours (levels A1 and A2), students develop essential communication skills to actively participate in the master’s academic environment and in the international sports industry.

• Module 2 – Official Master’s Degree in Sports Management (600 hours)

This module forms the academic core of the program. Its goal is to train professionals capable of managing, organizing, and leading sports entities and events in a global, innovative, and sustainable context.

Main subjects:

• Sports Business Management (140 h): strategic management, leadership, human resources, quality control, environmental sustainability, and sports safety.
• Sports Law (100 h): legal framework of sports entities, civil liability, contracts, and data protection.
• Sports Marketing and Communication (100 h): marketing plans, sponsorship, brand management, media relations, and social networks.
• Organization and Management of Sports Events (120 h): event planning, volunteer management, protocol, and local and European sports structures.
• Innovation, Digitalization and Entrepreneurship (80 h): business creation, project management, financial planning, CSR, and technological innovation in sports.

• Module 3 – Professional Internships (Optional)

The program offers students the opportunity to complete internships in clubs, federations, or sports organizations, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world environments and enhance their employability within the sports industry.

Young people who have completed secondary education or vocational training related to sports, management, or physical activity, and wish to pursue higher studies in Sports Management in Spain.

Access Requirements

• Completion of XIIth grade / Senior High School / Baccalaureate or equivalent.
• Strong motivation to learn Spanish, as it is a key part of the program.

Non-EU students (from countries outside the European Union) must apply for a study visa to study in Spain.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR A STUDY VISA TO ENROLL IN STUDY COURSES IN SPAIN. OUR TEAM AT IHMGS WILL ADVISE YOU IN THE PROCESS ,The basic documents to provide:

• Certificate of enrollment in IHMGS
• Proof of payment of the study program
• Plan of studies to be carried out
• Passport copy
• Study Visa Application Form + payment of Embassy fees
• Medical insurance
• Financial solvency: The student must demonstrate solvency of minimum 750 euros per month to cover living expenses. This can be proved by bank statements, personal sponsor or a loan.
• Proof of clear criminal record
• Health certificate
• Birth certificate

• Official Certification issued by IHMGS School.
• Comprehensive Study Plan combining Spanish language training and the master’s program.
• Spanish Language Course (600h) to ensure full integration.
• Full support with visa processing and required documentation to study in Spain.
• Personalized guidance and assistance throughout your stay.
• Optional cultural activities to experience Spanish life and culture.
• Optional professional internships in sports-related organizations (conditions apply).

With your student visa, you’ll be able to work legally in Spain. Thanks to the long-stay programs offered by IHMGS, you can work up to 30 hours per week while completing your studies.

There are two legal ways to work with a student visa:

• Part-time employment: You may obtain a work contract of up to 30 hours per week, as long as it doesn’t interfere with your academic schedule. IHMGS provides flexibility and guidance to help you balance your studies and work
• Internships: You can also gain experience through curricular or extracurricular internships, including the paid internships available in some of our IHMGS Study Programs in Spain.