FCSM • Module 2

Sports Management & Sports Marketing

Explore how sports organizations are managed, how strategic decisions are made, and how marketing, branding, sponsorship, fan engagement and commercial thinking contribute to sustainable growth in the sports industry.

Managing and Growing Sports Organizations

This module combines core principles of sports management with the commercial and marketing dimensions of sport. Participants examine how sports organizations are structured and managed, how leaders make operational and strategic decisions, and how marketing activities support visibility, engagement, partnerships and growth.

The module is designed to help learners connect management thinking with practical sports marketing concepts and understand how both areas work together within modern clubs, organizations and sports businesses.

Management + Marketing

Management du sport

Participants are introduced to the principles and practices of sports management, including organizational structures, leadership, operations, strategic planning, project management, innovation and business models in sport.

Sports Marketing

Participants explore how sports organizations create value through branding, marketing strategy, sponsorship, partnerships, audience engagement and commercial development.

What You Will Explore

Sports Management Topics

  • • Introduction au management du sport
  • • Évolution de l’industrie du sport
  • • Organisations sportives et structures de management
  • • Leadership et prise de dĂ©cision
  • • Planification stratĂ©gique dans les organisations sportives
  • • Gestion de projets et des opĂ©rations
  • • Innovation et transformation digitale dans le sport
  • • Entrepreneuriat sportif et modèles Ă©conomiques
  • • DĂ©fis du management dans le sport moderne

Sports Marketing Topics

  • Introduction to sports marketing
  • Brand positioning in sport
  • Fan and audience engagement
  • Sponsorship and partnership development
  • Commercial strategy in sports organizations
  • Marketing communication and promotion
  • Digital channels and sports audiences
  • Revenue opportunities linked to marketing

By the End of This Module

  • • Comprendre les principes fondamentaux du management du sport
  • Recognize common organizational and operational challenges in sport
  • Explain how leadership and strategic planning support sports organizations
  • Understand the role of marketing in building sports brands and audiences
  • Recognize the value of sponsorship, partnerships and commercial activities
  • Connect management decisions with marketing and growth objectives
  • Identify business and commercial opportunities within the sports industry
Continue Your FCSM Journey

Build Your Foundation in Sports Management

Module 2 connects management and marketing concepts before participants move into the practical field experience and case-study component of Module 3.

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