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GAU Sport Management (BSc) Programme Profile

 

International Focus and English Curriculum

The Sport Management programme at Girne American University is taught fully in English to prepare students for international managerial careers in the fast-growing global sport industry. GAU provides a truly international academic environment, training future leaders from diverse backgrounds. The curriculum combines business foundations, core sport management principles, data-informed decision-making and practical application to develop leaders capable of working in professional sports, marketing, facility management and sporting organisations. 

Programme Goals and Structure 

Course Structure: The 4-year, 8-semester programme requires 120 credits for graduation, mixing theoretical studies with practical applications.

Global Expertise Develop leaders with a scientific background capable of leading contemporary international sports associations and organisations.

Strategy and Operations Provide core expertise in management, marketing, finance and law specific to the global sports industry.

Industry-Ready Practicality Equip students with specialised skills to manage human, financial, and technological resources— utilising performance data and analytics to optimise sports operations fully preparing them to thrive in professional sports, athletic administration and non-profit sports agencies anywhere in the world.

International Network Students benefit from hands-on practical application and direct networking, with opportunities for internships at any of 140 sport clubs or 14-29 sport federations. 

Integrating Data Intelligence in Sports Operations

Courses Incorporate sports analytics for performance tracking, financial analysis and fan engagement strategies.

Local Application Students utilise data analytics to improve training schedules, analyse local sports performance and enhance event management.

 

 

 

Key Features and Career Focus

Faculty and Facilities The School of Sports has its own dedicated faculty, including sports trainers and specialists and provides access to a water sports center, outdoor facilities and indoor sports facilities in a vibrant, tourism-based environment.

Fully International English Medium As the premier English-language sports management programme in North Cyprus, GAU prepares students for the international marketplace.

High Employability The programme emphasises practical skills that enable graduates to work in professional sports, sports marketing and recreational management ensuring they are competitive on a global level.

Core Pillars The curriculum is built upon essential sport business pillars: Management principles, Marketing, Finance and Law relevant to the sports industry.

Unique Practical Exposure The programme includes practical training within a vibrant sports ecosystem, including on-site internships and access to the university's state-of-the-art sports facilities.

Managerial Leadership A focus on developing leadership skills, preparing students for managerial roles and not just entry-level tasks.

Key Benefits and Support

Scholarship Opportunities GAU offers tuition fee scholarships for successful students, along with a "Work Team" programme that allows students to work within the university for tuition reductions.

Career Center Support The GAU Career Center offers specialised support to connect students with the industry and prepare them for roles in the professional sports world.

Flexible Global Perspective As part of the GAU Global network, the programme includes international perspectives that are important for a career in the global sports industry.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

LO1: Analyse the activities of public, private and civil society sports organisations.

LO2: Identify human resource, marketing and financial needs within a sports organisation.

LO3: Apply legal principles, ethical solutions and business operations to sport management

         contexts.

LO4: Implement event planning and facility management strategies.

LO5: Utilise sport management concepts in written and oral professional communication. 

Courses

Foundation (PLO1)

Management /Finance (PLO2)

Legal / Ethics (PLO3)

Practical Application (PLO4)

Communication (PLO5)

Introduction to Sport Science

3

2

1

1

2

Introduction to Sport Management

3

2

1

1

2

Sports Business / Finance

2

3

1

1

2

Human Resource Management in Sport

1

3

2

2

2

Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology

3

1

1

2

1

Basketball

1

1

1

3

2

Volleyball

1

1

1

3

2

Sport Organisations

2

2

1

1

1

Basic Law

1

1

3

1

2

Introduction to Computer & Information Systems I

2

1

1

2

1

Introduction to Computer & Information Systems II

2

1

1

2

1

National History I (Turkish Students)

1

1

1

1

1

National History II (Turkish Students) 

1

1

1

1

1

Development of Writing Skills

1

1

1

1

3

Turkish as a Foreign Language 2

1

1

1

1

3

Turkish 1 (Turkish students)

1

1

1

1

3

Turkish 2 (Turkish students)

1

1

1

1

3

Sport Tourism

1

3

1

2

2

Research Methods & Statistics

3

1

1

2

2

Elective Sport 2

1

1

1

3

2

Elective Sport III

1

1

1

3

2

Elective Sport IV

1

1

1

3

2

Sport Facilities & Equipment Management

2

3

2

2

2

Fitness & Wellness I

3

1

1

3

2

Fitness & Wellness II

3

1

1

3

2

Utilisation of Technology in Sport

2

2

1

3

2

Project Management in Sport I

1

3

1

2

2

Project Management in Sport II

1

3

2

3

3

Sport Injuries

3

1

1

3

1

Recreational Outdoor Sport

2

2

1

3

2

Recreational Indoor Sport

2

2

1

3

2

Model Event Analysis in Sport Management II

1

3

2

3

2

Sport Nutrition

3

1

1

2

1

Internship I

1

3

3

3

3

Internship II (Turkish Students)

1

3

3

3

 

Basic Accounting

1

3

1

1

1

Model Event Analysis in Sport Management I

2

3

2

3

2

Sports Law

1

2

3

1

2

Sports Media

2

3

1

2

3

Sport for All

3

2

2

3

2

Sports Marketing

2

3

1

2

3

Sport Sociology

3

1

2

1

2

Public Relations in Sport

1

1

2

2

3

Professional English

1

1

1

2

3

Sports History

3

2

1

1

2

Sport Economy and Policies

2

2

2

1

1

Sport Management

3

3

2

2

2

Development of Reading Skills

1

1

1

1

3

Elective Sports1

1

1

1

3

1

Turkish as a Foreign Language1

1

1

1

1

3

Athletic Health and First Aid

2

1

2

3

1

Sport Psychology

3

1

1

2

2

General Gymnastics

1

1

1

3

1

Athletics

1

1

1

3

1

Sport Nutrition

3

1

1

2

1

Soccer

1

1

1

3

1

General Training Theory

3

1

1

3

1

Swimming

1

1

1

3

1

 

Educational Objectives

To blend theoretical knowledge of business with practical skills required in the sports industry.

To focus on the development of managerial leadership skills in sport environments.

To enable students to work independently or collaboratively in the sport, event and leisure industry. 

Educational Methods

Theoretical lectures and seminars.

Practical workshops (Facility management/Event planning).

Case study analysis.

Internships and workplace experience. 

Degree Awarded

Bachelor of Science in Sports Management (BSc). 

Employment Opportunities

Professional Sports Teams Management.

Event and Facility Management/Marketing.

Athletic Administration (Colleges/High Schools).

Recreational Sports Management.

Retail Sports Industry.

Sport’s Governing Bodies.

 

Graduation Requirements

Completion of 120 credits (or equivalent ECTS for GAU).

Completion of theoretical and practical courses.

Successful completion of internships.

 

 

Why Choose GAU Sport Management

The GAU Sport Management programme is ideal for students who want a practical, career-oriented education in a multilingual setting, supported by generous scholarships and strong, on-campus practical training opportunities.

 

Register Now

Simple Process The registration process is done digitally. You can complete your registration in the following ways:

Via Social Media Visit our official social media pages to speed up your registration, where you will find the QR Code for the "Fast-Track" platform.  Note: It is mobile friendly and available for incoming transfer students.

By Email Contact the Head of Department (HOD) Assoc.Dr.Mathew Wallace directly to initiate the process: mathewpaul@gau.edu.tr

1. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD101 Introduction to Sport Sciences 3 0 3 4
SMD103 Introduction to Sport Management 2 0 2 4
SMD105 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 3 0 3 5
SMD107 Sport History 2 0 2 3
SMD109 General Gymnastics 1 2 2 4
SMD111 Basketball 1 2 2 4
EGL101 Development of Reading Skills 3 0 3 4
TFL101 Turkish as a Foreign Language I (Foreign students) 0 0 0 2
TURK001 Turkish I (Turkish student) 0 0 0 2
Toplam 17 32
2. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD102 Sport Management 3 0 3 5
SMD104 Athlete Health & First Aid 1 2 2 3
SMD106 General Training Theory 2 2 3 5
SMD108 Sports for All 2 0 2 3
SMD110 Athletics 1 2 2 4
SMD112 Soccer 1 2 2 4
EGL102 Development of Writing Skills 3 0 3 4
TFL101 Turkish as a Foreign Language II (Foreign students) 0 0 0 4
TURK002 Turkish II (Turkish student) 0 0 0 2
Toplam 17 34
3. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD201 Sport Organizations 2 0 2 4
SMD203 Professional English 2 0 2 5
SMD205 Basic Law 3 0 3 5
SMD207 Sport Psychology 2 0 2 4
SMD209 Volleyball 1 2 2 4
SMD211 Elective Sports I 1 2 2 4
COMP103 Introduction to Computer & Information Systems I 3 0 3 4
NH001 National History I ( Turkish Students ) 0 0 0 2
Toplam 16 32
4. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD202 Sport Tourism 2 0 2 4
SMD204 Research Methods & Statistics 2 0 2 5
SMD206 Sports Law 2 0 2 5
SMD208 Sport Sociology 2 0 2 4
SMD210 Swimming 1 2 2 4
SMD212 Elective Sports II 1 2 2 4
COMP104 Introduction to Computer & Information Systems II 3 0 3 4
NH002 National History II (Turkish Students) 0 0 0 2
Toplam 15 32
5. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD301 Sport Economy and Policies 2 0 2 5
SMD303 Sport Business 2 0 2 5
SMD305 Public Relations in Sports 2 0 2 4
SMD307 Sports Media 2 0 2 4
SMD309 Sport Facilities & Equipment Management 1 2 2 4
SMD311 Elective Sports III 1 2 2 4
SMD313 Fitness & Wellness I 1 2 2 4
Toplam 14 30
6. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD302 Basic Accounting 2 0 2 5
SMD304 Sport Marketing 2 0 2 5
SMD306 Total Quality Management 2 0 2 4
SMD308 Utilization of Technology in Sports 1 2 2 4
SMD310 Human Resources Management in Sports 2 0 2 4
SMD312 Elective Sports IV 1 2 2 4
SMD314 Fitness & Wellness II 1 2 2 4
Toplam 14 30
7. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD401 Model Event Analysis in Sports Management I 3 0 3 6
SMD403 Project Management in Sports I 2 0 2 6
SMD405 Sport Injuries 2 0 2 4
SMD407 Recreational Outdoor Sports 1 2 2 4
SMD409 Internship I 2 12 8 10
Toplam 17 30
8. Yarıyıl
KOD DERSİN ADI T U K AKTS Ön Koşul Syllabus Açıklama
SMD402 Model Event Analysis in Sports Management II 3 0 3 6
SMD404 Project Management in Sports II 2 0 2 6
SMD406 Sport Nutrition 2 0 2 4
SMD408 Recreational Indoor Sports 1 2 2 4
SMD410 Internship II 2 12 8 10
Toplam 17 30