Business of Sports College Credit
Go beyond the scoreboard and earn college credit in this in-depth business of sports course. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how professional leagues operate as complex enterprises. Explore the billion-dollar deals behind team valuations, media contracts, and new stadium financing. This is your chance to analyze the real-world business decisions that shape the sports industry, explore exciting career paths, and get a jump-start on your future.
Program Dates
Multi-length courses available throughout the year
Eligibility
For students ages 13 and up
College Credit Course Fees
$3,995
What's the Difference Between our College Credit and Enrichment Courses?
While both options include dynamic video lessons by renowned Georgetown faculty and access to support, the college credit courses contain additional coursework hours and allow you to earn college credit upon completion. We recommend selecting either the college credit or the enrichment option as some content overlaps between the two modalities.
Business of Sports College Credit Course$3,995
Length of Course: Multi-length course options
Instruction & Activities: 128 hours
Grading: Letter grade
On Your Own Schedule: ✔️
Academic Support: ✔️
Final Project: ✔️
College Credit Hours: ✔️
Certificate of Completion: Georgetown Transcript
Business of Sports Enrichment Course$1,895
Length of Course: 1-, 2, or 4-weeks
Instruction & Activities: 20-30 hours
Grading: Pass/Fail
On Your Own Schedule: ✔️
Academic Support: ✔️
Final Project: ✔️
College Credit Hours:❌
Certificate of Completion:✔️
Uncover the Business That Powers the Game
Explore the Foundations of Sports in America
Discover how sports evolved in North America and shaped American society. Examine the economic impact of sports and see how professional leagues are structured.
Uncover the Financial Playbook of Sports Teams
Investigate key revenue streams, from sponsorships and merchandise to massive broadcast rights deals. Analyze major league financial models through real-world case studies.
The Blueprint for Sports Arenas
Learn about the financing, construction, and operation of modern stadiums. Discover the economic impact on local communities and the latest trends in sustainable design.
From Broadcast Deals to Digital Fans
Investigate how massive media rights are negotiated and distributed. Explore the impact of streaming services and modern fan engagement strategies.
Look Ahead at Sports Innovation
Examine emerging trends like legalized sports gambling and its business implications. Discover technology's role in fan experience and performance analytics.
Connect Your Passion to a Profession
Topics in this course provide a strong background for various college majors and careers. Explore opportunities in sports management, business administration, marketing, event management, and more.
How You Will Benefit
- Experience a college-level business of sports course while in high school.
- Earn college credit from Georgetown University.
- Gain an understanding of how professional sports leagues operate as complex business enterprises.
- Delve into emerging trends, from the business implications of legalized sports gambling to technology's role in operations.
- Analyze real-world case studies of major league financial models, and learn how massive media contracts are negotiated.
- Hear directly from team owners and sports executives about the real-world challenges and opportunities in the business.
- Complete a Final Capstone Project to demonstrate what you’ve learned.
Three Learning Advantages Designed for You
Final Capstone Project
- Research and develop a comprehensive analysis of a sports franchise or business initiative, evaluating a team’s financial structure or a new media deal.
- Present your findings, such as a proposed stadium development plan, in a professional-style report or presentation.
TA Support
You’ll receive guidance from a TA who can support you and deepen your learning experience. You can expect:
- Encouragement and direction on all assignments.
- Inspiration, motivation, and confidence to help you excel in your studies.
- Brainstorming and ideation to help you prepare for your Final Capstone Project.
Flexible Learning
- 100% online learning that works with your schedule.
- Flexible learning format through video lessons. Tune in anytime that works for you.
- Approximately 128 hours of total instruction and coursework, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from TAs.
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Meet Your Instructor
Salvatore Galatioto
President, Galatioto Sports Partners
Mr. Galatioto is President of Galatioto Sports Partners, a top firm in the sports finance and advisory business. He has overseen engagements in more than 100 transactions in the major U.S. professional leagues as a financial advisor, arranger, and agent. Clients include the Boston Red Sox, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Cubs, New York Giants, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and many other high-profile franchises.
How to Apply
It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Our application asks you to provide the following:
- Basic contact information for you and your parent or guardian.
- Why you wish to take this course, and a bit of your story, through writing, video, photos—any media you prefer.
Begin the guided process. It should take only a few minutes to answer the questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Answers to Your Questions HereScholarships
We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition.
- If you haven’t applied to the program, apply here. After submitting your application, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” on the confirmation page to request a scholarship.
- If you’ve already applied to the program, sign in to your profile to check your scholarship status. If we don’t have a scholarship request on file, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” to request a scholarship.
The University reserves the right to modify the course as may become necessary.