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Apply by August 27th using the code YOURWAY26 to get a 1.444€ discount, a free iPad plus a 1.444€ refund.
Apply by August 27th and use the code YOURWAY26 to get a 1.444€ discount, a free iPad plus a 1.444€ refund if you graduate within the standard study period.
E-sports is on the rise. Events all around the world are a powerful demonstration of how professionally competitive gaming is now organised. The fanbase is growing in Germany too—and so is the interest from businesses and sports organisations. Are you passionate about gaming and keen to support e-sports athletes and plan innovative events? Then our distance learning MBA programme E-Sports Management is the perfect fit for you. It gives you the industry knowledge and management skills you need to succeed in the e-sports scene.
MBA, 90 ECTS credits
Language: de, en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Start today with Comfort Start – or start any time on your preferred date
18, 24, 36 months, depending on model
Extension possible free of charge
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Starting at 382€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
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Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
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Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
Study flexible
anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.
Learn innovatively
on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.
State-recognized
Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.
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The e-sports market is booming. And just like with any other sport, professionals are needed not only to play e-sports, but also to manage them. In the management of athletes and events, you'll discover excellent career prospects. After graduating, you could work as ...

As an e-sports manager in the media and community sector, you look for creative measures to reach the target audience and retain them in the long term. Among other things, you are responsible for authentic communication in social media, forums, networks and within the e-sports fan community.
Gone are the days when gamers sat at home alone in front of their screens. Today, you have spectacular gaming events that you will plan and implement as an Event Manager in E-Sports. From the concept to cost planning and marketing, you are responsible for ensuring that everything runs smoothly and that event organisers and participants are satisfied.


As a Team Manager, you are responsible for individual players or teams. You accompany your players or your team during the preparation for competitions and events. In addition, you represent your athletes in sponsorship deals and advise them on business transactions.