Mode of Study Full-Time On-Campus & Pro Team Internship
Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Credits 120 Credits
Award MBA Sports Coaching & Athletic Leadership

Executive Athletic Leadership Academic Notice:  The Master of Business Administration in Sports Coaching & Athletic Leadership develops post-graduate directors of coaching, high-performance managers, national team strategists, and sports federation leaders.

Program Overview

The MBA in Sports Coaching & Athletic Leadership at International University of Barbados is an elite 2-year post-graduate degree engineered for technical directors, head coaches, and athletic program managers aiming to direct high-performance sports programs globally.

Elite athletic victory requires sophisticated leadership spanning high-performance science, sports analytics, salary cap budgeting, athletic recruitment, and sports psychology.

Post-graduate scholars complete executive sports internships with professional franchises and national sports federations, formulating strategic athletic master plans.

Why Pursue MBA Athletic Leadership at IUB?

Our post-graduate faculty includes national team head coaches, Olympic high-performance directors, and sports attorneys who guide scholars through executive athletic governance and tactical masterclasses.

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Key Learning Outcomes

Direct national athletic team high-performance periodization and sports science integration.
Manage professional coaching contracts, anti-doping regulations, and sports federation laws.
Apply executive sports analytics for tactical game planning and athlete talent drafting.
Complete an executive master consultancy thesis in high-performance athletic leadership.

Admission & Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the MBA in Sports Coaching & Athletic Leadership program must fulfill the following post-graduate standards:

Undergraduate Bachelor Degree

Bachelor's degree in Sports Science, BBA, BPT, Physical Education, or any recognized stream.

Minimum Percentage

Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Bachelor's qualifying examination.

English Proficiency

Fluency in English executive instruction and presentation.

Academic Curriculum & Syllabus

01High-Performance Athletic Leadership
02Advanced Sports Biomechanics & Analytics
03National Sports Federation Governance
04Elite Athlete Psychology & Mentorship
05Sports Budgeting & Contract Negotiation
06Executive Athletic Thesis & Project

Assessment & Evaluation Scheme

Written Semesters (30%)
Pro Coaching Internship (40%)
Thesis Defense (30%)

Career Scope & Opportunities

Director of High Performance
National Head Coach
University Athletic Director
Sports Federation Technical Director

Admissions Open for MBA Sports Coaching

Lead national and professional athletic teams at International University of Barbados.

Email Inquiries

admissions@iubmed.com

Campus Location

International University of Barbados – Lower Estate, St. Michael, Barbados

Program Duration2 YearsIntakes: Jan | May | Sep Apply Now