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Program Overview

Study in Barcelona. Build career-ready sports management skills. Explore business beyond the classroom.

Join ESEI International Business School for a full-semester international learning experience in one of Europe's most innovative cities. Our Sports Management Semester Abroad is designed for students who want practical business knowledge, international exposure, and an unforgettable experience in Barcelona.

Study for a full semester — Fall or Spring — and immerse yourself in a complete slate of modules. You will learn from international faculty, take part in company visits and learning walks, and connect with a truly global student community.

Choose your semester. Each semester is made up of the following modules:

Fall Semester — October to February
Data Analytics and Fan Engagement in Sports.
Sports Marketing & Media.
New Trends in the Business of Sports.
Entrepreneurial Sports Management.
Sustainability in Sports.

Spring Semester — February to June
Events and Facilities Management.
Financial Management in Sports.
International Sports Law and Governance.
The Ecosystem of Sports.
Technology in Sport.

Tuition fees
€4,850 per semester.

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Program Highlights

Spend a full semester studying in Barcelona, one of Europe's most dynamic hubs for business, innovation, technology, and creative industries.
Learn directly from 55+ industry-experienced faculty who bring active professional practice into every classroom.
Go beyond the classroom through company field visits, industry guest speaker sessions, learning walks, and hands-on team projects across Barcelona.
Build your international network alongside students from 50+ nationalities and join a global alumni community of 2,230+.
Earn academic credit and a Certificate of Completion, with full access to ESEI facilities, student services, and industry-focused workshops.

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Fields & Subjects

  • Management
  • Business
  • Sports

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Starts At

  • per semester: $5,520

Payment Terms

  • Scholarships
  • Payment Plan

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What modules are included in the Sports Management semester?

Fall covers Data Analytics and Fan Engagement in Sports, Sports Marketing & Media, New Trends in the Business of Sports, Entrepreneurial Sports Management, and Sustainability in Sports. Spring covers Events and Facilities Management, Financial Management in Sports, International Sports Law and Governance, The Ecosystem of Sports, and Technology in Sport.

Do I need to be an athlete or work in sports to apply?

No. No prior professional experience is required. The semester is designed for university students, gap-year students, recent graduates, and young professionals interested in the business side of sport — marketing, finance, law, events, technology, and governance rather than athletic performance.

What sports business skills will I develop?

You'll build skills in sports marketing, fan engagement, event management, sports finance, and sports technology. Modules also cover sustainability, international sports law and governance, facilities management, and the wider sports ecosystem, applied through workshops and teamwork projects.

Does the semester cover the commercial side of sport?

Yes, extensively. Sports Marketing & Media, Financial Management in Sports, Entrepreneurial Sports Management, Data Analytics and Fan Engagement, and Events and Facilities Management all address how sports organisations generate revenue, build audiences, and operate commercially.

How does the program connect students to the sports industry?

Through company field visits, industry guest speaker sessions, sports business and innovation walks, teamwork projects, and multicultural networking activities across Barcelona. Faculty are industry-experienced, and the approach centres on how real organisations apply modern sports business strategies.

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