School of Physical Education and Sports
Sports Management
Applications open
Tuition and study format
Academic year: 2026/27
Intakes and application dates
- 2026/2027 Ön BaşvuruApplications openJanuary 1, 2026 — August 31, 2027
Programme information package
The programme's definition and learning outcomes, as the university publishes them in its official information package.
Programme definition
History
The Sports Management department was established in 2016 and continues its activities within the School of Physical Education and Sports. The department accepted its first students in the 2016-2017 academic year and had its first graduates in 2021.
Qualification Awarded
Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management Title: Sports Manager
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Bachelor's Degree (EQF-LLL Level 6)
Specific Admission Requirements
A fundamental change was made in the student admission system in 2024. Student admission to Istanbul Nişantaşı University SPES (BESYO) Sports Management Undergraduate Program is carried out through the central placement system carried out by the Measurement, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) in line with the principles determined by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). Students are placed in the department by making a preference based on the Basic Proficiency Test (TYT) score type. School of Physical Education and Sports Special Ability Examination Directive Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted in accordance with the criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. Istanbul Nişantaşı University School of Physical Education and Sports Sports Management Program horizontal transfer, vertical transfer, double major and minor applications are carried out with the Foreign Languages Department Preparatory Class Exemption and Examination Directive prepared according to the Official Gazette dated 18/10/2018 Istanbul Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations. A fundamental change was made in the student admission system in 2024. Istanbul Nişantaşı University undergraduate and associate degree departments of the University's horizontal transfer, vertical transfer, double major and minor student admissions and registrations; It is carried out according to the provisions of the Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate Degree and Undergraduate Programs, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer in Higher Education Institutions published in the Official Gazette dated 24/4/2010 and numbered 27561 and the Istanbul Nişantaşı University Double Major and Minor Directive. Horizontal Transfer: Horizontal transfer to the Sports Management Undergraduate Program is carried out in accordance with the principles determined by the Council of Higher Education with a central placement score or based on the grade point average. In both intra-institutional and inter-institutional transfers, procedures are carried out in accordance with the quota availability and application dates. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education Transfer Directive Regulation on the Principles of Transferring Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer Exchange Students: Students coming from Turkey and abroad within the scope of student exchange programs approved by the University and framed by an agreement can take the courses given in the program.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students' previous education and achievements can be recognised in accordance with the "Istanbul Nişantaşı University Directive on Recognition of Previously Acquired Qualifications, Course Equivalency and Adjustment Principles" and exemption from the necessary courses can be provided in this direction. Link to reach the directive:
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Deciding on the graduation of students in the Sports Management Undergraduate Program is carried out within the framework of Istanbul Nişantaşı University Undergraduate Education and Training Regulations. The requirements for graduation are as follows: To successfully complete all the courses in the program with a total of 240 ECTS credits, GPA of at least 2.00/4.00, To have successfully completed the compulsory internship. Link to the directive:
Profile of The Programme
Aim: It aims to enable students to understand the functioning of the sports industry, develop leadership and management skills, and produce innovative solutions depending on the dynamics of the national and international sports industry. It is aimed to train sports managers who are committed to ethical values, have social responsibility awareness and adopt a sustainable sports management approach. Vision: To become a pioneering program that educates leaders and inspiring sport managers in the field, based on the power of sport in individual development and social transformation. Furthermore, this vision enables students to lead changes in the sport industry by focusing on innovation, leadership and ethics. Mission: To contribute to the qualified human resources of the sports sector by training sports managers who are committed to ethical principles, have social responsibility and developed leadership skills with an approach that focuses on the impact of sports on individual and social development. This mission aims to enable students to make effective decisions in transforming theoretical knowledge and digital knowledge and skills into practice. Defining Aims of Education Programme: 1- To gain management, leadership and organization competencies in the field of sport management. 2- To train ethical, innovative and solution-oriented professionals. - To develop analytical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills by integrating theoretical knowledge with field applications and project-based learning experiences. 4- To train individuals who will be successful in the sports sector with a lifelong learning and continuous development approach. 5- To support healthy lifestyles by promoting sports culture in line with social responsibility and ethical values. Core Mission: Our graduates are sports managers who have a command of national and international sports organizations, have developed leadership skills, can follow technology closely, and have a sense of social responsibility.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Employment Opportunities Graduates of the Department of Sports Management can have a career in the central and provincial organizations of the General Directorate of Youth and Sports, central and provincial organizations of public institutions and organizations, amateur and professional sports clubs, media and higher education institutions. Students who successfully complete the program can apply for master's and doctoral degrees in the field of Sports Management or other disciplines that accept students from this field.
Access to Further Studies
Candidates who have successfully completed their undergraduate education in the Department of Sports Management must have received at least 55 in the score type stipulated by the applied program from the Academic Personnel and Graduate Education exam (results are valid for five years from the date of announcement).
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Students who register for the relevant course at the beginning of the semester must have attended at least 70% of the theoretical courses and at least 80% of the practical courses in order to take the final exam. Students are subjected to midterm and final exams for each course. The contribution of the midterm exam (scores obtained from measurement tools such as homework, laboratory exams, quizzes, etc. can also be evaluated as midterm grades) to the success grade is 40% and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. You can click on the course name in the Curriculum for the measurement and evaluation criteria of each course. You can review the relevant regulations and directives. Nisantasi University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Examination and Success Evaluation System Directive
Graduation Requirements
In order for students to be eligible for graduation, they must have successfully completed all of the courses in the curriculum (for a total of at least 240 ECTS credits) and have a GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00 at the graduation stage. For graduation, the student must also have successfully completed the internship or graduation project. Please review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations Nişantaşı University 8th Semester On-the-Job Professional Practices (IMU) Directive Nişantaşı University Directive on Diploma, Diploma Supplement and Other Documents
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Head of Department: Dr. Sena Nur DOĞUSAN E-mail: senanur.dogusan@nisantasi.edu.tr Telephone: +90(212)2101010 Address: Neotech Campus, Maslak Mah., Taşyoncası Sok. No: 1V and No: 1Y, 34398 Sarıyer/Istanbul
Facilities
Athletic Performance Measurement Laboratory Sports hall Dance studios Pilates studio Recreational sports areas Library Computer lab Fully equipped classrooms Elective course opportunities in theoretical/practical courses With the elective courses, students have the opportunity to gain expertise in areas suitable for them.
Programme outcomes
- Management, leadership, executive, administrator, leader and the importance of management, its history and functions.
- Acquires theoretical and practical fundamental knowledge in the field of physical education and sport.
- Organization: Knows the concept of organization and its importance, specialization, delegation, vertical and horizontal organization and their levels, how organization is carried out, and its stages.
- To be able to explain the elements of management and organization and apply management functions to sports organizations.
- Effectively participates in sports management and organization activities, can take initiative, and possesses leadership skills.
- It monitors changes in the internal and external environments of the public and private sectors operating in the field of sports management, is well-versed in sports legislation, and conducts and comments on rational analyses.
- Can prepare and implement national and international sports organization projects and take responsibility in unforeseen circumstances. Works as an individual and as a team member during the organization process, managing the individuals under their responsibility.
- Manages facilities capable of training top-level athletes in the field of Sports Management, plans and manages infrastructure and scientific programs.
Programme outcomes and the Turkish Qualifications Framework
Each line is an item of the Turkish Qualifications Framework; the numbers beside it are the programme outcomes that meet it.
KNOWLEDGE
- 1
Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8
SKILLS
- 1
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field
Programme outcomes4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 2
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
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Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 5 · 6 - 3
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
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Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 7 · 8 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes5 · 7 · 8 - 4
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level
Programme outcomes2 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
Programme outcomes2 · 6 · 7 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security
Programme outcomes5 · 6 · 7 · 8