Graduate Certificate in Esports Management

Lambton College - Sarnia Campus

Canada,Ontario

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 17,674/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 150 FREE

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 5,000 +

Int. Students: 500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1457 London Road, SARNIA, Ontario (ON), Canada, N7S 6K4

Graduate Certificate in Esports Management

Program Overview

Esports is the term used to describe the emerging global, multi-billion dollar industry of sports competition facilitated by electronic video game systems. In response to the need for highly qualified workers in this field, the Lambton College Esports Management, Ontario College Graduate Certificate is designed to incorporate the competitive gaming world with the business knowledge required by the fast-paced and growing industry of Esports. Designed for college and university graduates, students learn Esports related business skills while developing a strong appreciation of the overall Esports industry. Specifically tailored, hands-on courses include the history of Esports, industry hardware/software, game design and live streaming. In addition, the business models behind team management and tournaments are studied in detail, with the culmination of learning in the practical project course where students integrate the knowledge obtained throughout the program to plan, manage and execute real-world Esports projects.

Graduates of the program are prepared to pursue a variety of career opportunities including team and league Esports marketing, management, promotion and event coordinator positions. Some graduates may also pursue related careers in Esports as a pro-player, coach or a streamer which is defined as an online player people pay to watch.