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Business of Esports Course Esports jobs and video gaming careers start here:
The business of esports has surpassed $1 billion in global revenue and has seen a 15.7% growth in revenue year-over-year – that is crazy growth! As esports grows so has the demand for talented, business-minded people passionate about esports. Network with your Mentors and fellow Esports business executives.
Learn everything about Esports business in our 8-week online course taught by National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE), Executive Director, Michael Brooks (USA based) and Naeem Shabir (UK based), Intergalactic Gaming Co-Founder.
NEXT START DATE: November 29
NEXT START DATE: November 29
Weekly Live Interactive Zoom Chats With Michael Brooks
The Time is Now to Capitalize on the Growth of Esports
Esports viewership has grown as fast as its revenue and college esports are on the rise too! Colleges and universities are quickly adding esports programs to their athletic departments and student bodies and even offering scholarships. Learning not only the business side of esports but how colleges are getting involved will help set you up for success in the esports world.
There are near 4,000 esports competitions each year and over $100 million in prize pools. The total global revenue of esports has topped $1 billion and boasts a global audience of over 300 million people. Sponsorship revenue is through the roof and viewership is growing just as fast. The time is NOW to get involved!
With this incredible growth comes a great demand for talented staff, trained in the business principles of esports and possessing the passion and dedication necessary to further the industry.
We believe that should be you.
What is National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE)?
The National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) is a nonprofit membership organization that specializes in varsity collegiate esports and has over 170+ member schools with 5,000+ athletes within them. NACE was founded in 2016 and by 2019 had already brought on 94% of the varsity esports programs in the US. NACE is the only association of varsity esports programs within the US and is continually growing and adding new chapters.
What Will You Learn in the Business of Esports?
Our 8-week online course is designed to expose you to the various areas of esports business, college esports, esports events, and help you find your fit in this growing industry.
We know who is hiring, and what they are looking for in their employees. This course can set you on the career path you’ve always wanted.
Our Business of Esports course will teach you:
Week 1: Business Competences – Esports Landscape
Week 2: Esports Event Management, League Operations, & Fan Engagement
Week 3: Esports Entrepreneurship
Week 4: Esports Agencies & Representation
Week 5: Esports Team Management
Week 6: Content Creation
Week 7: Esports Sponsorship & Partnerships
Week 8: Esports Broadcasting/Streaming
Unlike most online classes, our 8-week course focuses on interactive Zoom video chats directly with your course mentors, Michael Brooks and
Naeem Shabir allowing you the opportunity to build a personal relationship with a veteran of the esports industry.
After completing our Business of Esports course, we will help you redesign your resume to highlight your new skills and include that you have been taught first-hand by Michael Brooks and
Naeem Shabir
Esports Jobs Our Course Prepares You For
Learning from a respected esports veteran like Michael Brooks will give you a leg up against the competition for jobs in esports. To thrive in the business of esports requires a versatile skill set including event management, sponsorship, coaching, player management, content creation, and more.
This cutting-edge course will prepare you to enter the world of esports with a diverse array of skills designed to attract organizations like Blizzard Entertainment, Riot Games, Activision, ESL, Razer, DreamHack, NACE, and NCAA!
Esports jobs that this course will help you with:
Starting an Esports Business
Working for an Esports Team, Club, or Company
Esports Content Producer
Esports Program Director
Video Game Testers
Esports Event Coordinators
Esports Content Creators
Esports Coach
Esports Faculty
Esports League Operations
Esports Player Development
Esports Analytics
Esports Scouting
Video Coordinators
Esports Internships
Esports Announcer
…and more!
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Learn More About Your Course Mentors:
Michael Brooks - (USA based)
Michael currently serves as the Executive Director of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE). NACE is a nonprofit membership association organized by and on behalf of member institutions and is the largest association of varsity esports programs in North America. NACE’s members are developing the structure and tools needed to advance collegiate esports in the varsity space. Areas of collaboration include Eligibility, Path to Graduation, Competition & Scholarships, IP Rights, and Program Implementation. NACE currently represents the majority of varsity esports programs as members, accounting for nearly all varsity programs across North America. Michael and his work with NACE have been featured on ABC’s Good Morning America, ESPN, Forbes, Fortune, NBC, SBJ, and many others.
There is no one more qualified to help you find your fit in the world of esports!
Naeem Shabir (UK based)
Naeem has been passionate about esports for over 5 years. During these years of continually learning about the expansive esports industry, Naeem has written a book to codify his knowledge on the industry as well as speaking at numerous conferences, panels, and forums, including ESI and World Economic Forum. Naeem has also co-founded Intergalactic Gaming, a UK-based company building a next-gen social competitive gaming and esports platform. In its first year of beta, IGGalaxy has exceeded 150k sign-ups, 1k tournaments across 10 esport titles – distributing over $100k in prizes.
Weekly Interactive Zoom Video Chats: A unique aspect of each 8-week course is the opportunity for students to participate in weekly, interactive live zoom video chats with fellow students, Michael Brooks, and guest speakers. This is a tremendous opportunity to learn from your course facilitators. In addition, the chat allows you to network within the international esports industry and build lasting relationships with your course facilitators and fellow students. If you are unable to attend the chat they are recorded and archived and you can listen at a more convenient time.
Online Education: This innovative academic course is facilitated through a web-based educational delivery system. You will enjoy the live interactive zoom video chats in addition to the online discussion boards, weekly readings, weekly quizzes, course project, and interaction amongst fellow sports business-minded students and faculty. The course content is the foundation for a successful career on the business side of professional esports!
Global Participation: SMWW students participate from over 162 countries. Courses have an international influence and instructors will cater assignments to specific countries or leagues. Countries with economic challenges are eligible for economic discounts.
Military Discount: For those individuals who represent their country in military service, (active, reserve, or retired) we offer a discount. Thank you for serving your country! For more information on the Military Discount please Click Here.
Tax Write Off (For USA Citizens): SMWW course tuition, books, and supplies can be used for education tax credits. Save your receipts and consult with your tax advisor on how this applies to you.
Sports Career Conferences: Throughout the year, Sports Management Worldwide hosts Sports Career Conferences at a variety of sporting events. These are fabulous networking events that put SMWW alumni in the heart of the action. Opportunities to meet executives at all levels of sport are facilitated. Visit SMWW Sports Career Conferences to learn more.
Advanced Certificates: Want to take your career to the next level? Our Advanced Certificates have been hand-selected by our team of sports industry experts to put you on a path to success. These bundles allow you to take advantage of our biggest discount available, by bundling multiple courses and becoming an expert in that field. Learn more about our Advanced Certificates here.
Course Certificate
Successful graduates of the Sports Management Worldwide courses will be sent an SMWW Certificate of Accomplishment. This certificate represents not only your achievements in the course but also demonstrates your personal commitment to self-improvement and ability to "self-train" yourself for higher positions within the sports business industry.
Resume Redesign Service
Acquiring the skills necessary for your dream sports career is only one part of the employment journey. Even with the required skill set, you still have to market yourself properly to attract the attention of sports industry employers.
At SMWW, we’ll teach you the skills you need to thrive AND help you redesign your resume for optimal impact in the sports industry. We’ll help you craft a resume to include your new skills in esports, including a reference from Michael Brooks while optimizing it to reach hiring managers searching online.
We want you to become the next SMWW success story and will go to great lengths to help you get there!
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Prerequisites: Must be 18 or older to participate and have a passion for sports.
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Testimonials:
Keith Denslow
Rodgers State University Intro to Esports Instructor
I was just able to finish the esports business class this weekend. It is fantastic that SMWW has become one of the first groups in the United States to offer an academic course on esports. I’m very thankful for the opportunity to be included in the first class session.Ben "Foojee" Watley has great industry knowledge and was a good host for the audio sessions. The Esports Business course is a great overview of esport team management and the fast-growing field of esports opportunities. Direct audio conversations with Ben Foojee Watley are worth the time and effort.
Rodgers State University Intro to Esports Instructor
I was just able to finish the esports business class this weekend. It is fantastic that SMWW has become one of the first groups in the United States to offer an academic course on esports. I’m very thankful for the opportunity to be included in the first class session.Ben "Foojee" Watley has great industry knowledge and was a good host for the audio sessions. The Esports Business course is a great overview of esport team management and the fast-growing field of esports opportunities. Direct audio conversations with Ben Foojee Watley are worth the time and effort.
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There are near 4,000 esports competitions each year and over $100 million in prize pools. The total global revenue of esports has topped $1 billion and boasts a global audience of over 300 million people. Sponsorship revenue is through the roof and viewership is growing just as fast. The time is NOW to get involved!
With this incredible growth comes a great demand for talented staff, trained in the business principles of esports and possessing the passion and dedication necessary to further the industry.
The National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) is a nonprofit membership organization that specializes in varsity collegiate esports and has over 170+ member schools with 5,000+ athletes within them. NACE was founded in 2016 and by 2019 had already brought on 94% of the varsity esports programs in the US. NACE is the only association of varsity esports programs within the US and is continually growing and adding new chapters.
Naeem has been passionate about esports for over 5 years. During these years of continually learning about the expansive esports industry, Naeem has written a book to codify his knowledge on the industry as well as speaking at numerous conferences, panels, and forums, including ESI and World Economic Forum. Naeem has also co-founded Intergalactic Gaming, a UK-based company building a next-gen social competitive gaming and esports platform. In its first year of beta, IGGalaxy has exceeded 150k sign-ups, 1k tournaments across 10 esport titles – distributing over $100k in prizes.
