MSc

Management: Sports Management (Barcelona)

Learn more about studying Management: Sports Management (Barcelona) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    15,900EUR
  • Start date
    Jan, Apr, Oct
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What GBSB Global Business School says about their program:

Elevate your passion for sports and business beyond spectatorship with an aspirational Master in Sports Management in Barcelona offered by GBSB Global. Located in the heart of the city, home to many of the world's famous football teams, GBSB Global's vibrant campus serves as a thriving digital learning hub. Here, students will learn the skills necessary to succeed in the entertaining yet often-challenging global sports industry. Moreover, the Master in Sports Management program in Barcelona equips students with the skills of effective coordination teamwork, and forecasting organizational growth in a volatile market.

Sports business management professionals have a wide range of responsibilities, including finance, marketing, facility operations, and sports event organization. The field requires independence, responsibility, and knowledge of management technology and market laws. The Master's in Sports Management program in Barcelona aims to enhance critical thinking and provides GBSB Global students with techniques to solve real-world problems related to sports administration.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • A/S or A levels at the appropriate level or the Matriculation Certificate Exam with three subjects exams with grades of A, B, C or D
  • IB Diploma with 34 points overall or with specific achievement in higher/standard level subjects
  • GCSE/IGSCE "O" Levels with five subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D, and A/S or A Levels with three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D
  • AP Program
  • Other high school leaving certificate or equivalent (other educational systems)

Postgraduate academic requirements

Have earned a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or higher; be in the process of finalizing your Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) Master of Science Programs

  • European three year initial degree or a recognized equivalent of EQF/MQF Level 6
  • A foreign university degree from outside the EHEA which allows access to graduate studies in the country of origin
  • Holders of a degree in Business Management and Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or other similar qualifications
  • Degrees in similar fields such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Sciences, etc
  • Degrees in other fields and postgraduate training in Business Management and Administration, Economics, or other similar fields
  • Degrees in other fields and GMAT (minimum score 650)
  • Degrees in other fields and a minimum of 2 years professional experience in a relevant field

Master of Arts

  • European three year initial degree or a recognized equivalent of EQF/MQF Level 6
  • A foreign university degree from outside the EHEA which allows access to graduate studies in the country of origin

Master in Business Administration

  • European three year initial degree or a recognized equivalent of EQF/MQF Level 6
  • A foreign university degree from outside the EHEA which allows access to graduate studies in the country of origin
  • GMAT (minimum score 650), or GRE (minimum score 160/162)
  • A minimum of two years’ full-time relevant professional experience post-graduation

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL CBT

    214

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • TOEFL PBT

    550

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Cambridge ESOL

    Level 1

  • Cambridge CAE

    169

  • Duolingo

    105

  • PTE

    54

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL CBT

    232

  • TOEFL iBT

    90

  • TOEFL PBT

    576

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Cambridge ESOL

    Level 1

  • Cambridge CAE

    176

  • Duolingo

    120

  • PTE

    61

English proficiency waivers

  • English as a native language
  • English as the language of instruction during at least 1 year of previous studies in the formal educational system
  • Internal English level testing at GBSB Global

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • A copy of your valid passport
  • A copy of your official high school transcripts
  • A copy of your high school diploma
  • Translations
  • Motivation Letter
  • CV/Résumé
  • Proof of proficiency in English
  • Recommendation Letter
  • Interview with the Admissions Office

Postgraduate

  • Application form
  • A copy of your valid passport
  • A copy of your university transcripts
  • A copy of your Bachelor's degree
  • Translations
  • Motivation Letter
  • CV/Résumé
  • Proof of proficiency in English
  • Recommendation Letter
  • Interview with the Admissions Officer
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Scholarships at GBSB Global Business School

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Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from €5,900 to €11,900 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from €5,900 to €19,650 per year

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What is the cost of living near GBSB Global Business School?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Spain-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€907Range: €600 to €1,500
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€710Range: €450 to €1,100
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€133Range: €85 to €213
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€29Range: €20 to €45
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€16Range: €7 to €30
Monthly public transport pass€30Range: €20 to €50
Monthly grocery basket€250Range: €180 to €350
Coffee shop drink€2Range: €1 to €4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€9Range: €7 to €12
Gym membership€41Range: €28 to €60

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for GBSB Global Business School

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.