Vocational School
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
"Nişantaşı University is a foundation higher education institution that was established by Nişantaşı Education and Culture Foundation as "Nişantaşı Vocational School" with the publication of the establishment decision dated 09.09.2009 and numbered 24480 in the Official Gazette dated 17.09.2009 and numbered 27352 and started associate degree education on 10.10.2010. Nişantaşı University gained its public legal personality through the Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Faculty of Art and Design, Institute of Science, Institute of Social Sciences, and Institute of Social Sciences, and Nişantaşı Vocational School was transferred to Nişantaşı University with the Establishment Law in the Additional Article 146 published in the Official Gazette dated 31.05.2012 and numbered 28309. The sports management program started accepting students in 2014. "
Qualification Awarded
As of four semesters, students who successfully complete all of the available courses corresponding to 120 ECTS and achieve a weighted grade point average of at least 2.00 out of 4.00 are awarded an associate degree in the field of "Sports Management".
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Associate degree (EQF-LLL 5. Level)
Specific Admission Requirements
Turkish Citizens: Students are admitted to the program by central placement according to TYT score type. Students who are placed in the program by OSYM are required to complete their financial obligations and make final registration on the announced registration dates. Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted in accordance with the criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. Horizontal Transfer: A student who has started his/her education in an equivalent program in Turkey or abroad can apply for transfer. The acceptance of the student is examined and evaluated before the start of the semester, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which he / she has applied. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate Degree and Undergraduate Education Transfer Directive Regulation on the Principles of Transition, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer between Associate Degree and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions Exchange Students: Student exchange programs approved by the University and framed by an agreement Within the scope of the program, students from Turkey and abroad can take the courses given in the program. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students studying at Nişantaşı University may be exempt from some courses within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of the course taken at another institution is appropriate to the content of the course given at Nişantaşı University and approved by the relevant Vocational School directorate, the student may be exempted from this course. Students' previous education and achievements, "Istanbul Nişantaşı University Previously Acquired Recognition of Qualifications, Course Equivalency and Adjustment Principles Directive" and can be recognized in accordance with this Exemption from the required courses can be provided accordingly. Link to reach the directive: Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
There are no special conditions to enroll in associate degree programs.
Profile of The Programme
Vision: The associate degree program in Sports Management aims to train qualified personnel to serve organizations providing services in the sports industry, recreation, and leisure activities. These professionals are prepared to work in sports-related institutions in the public and private sectors, schools, and universities. The program also focuses on preparing personnel to serve in the relevant units of the General Directorate of Sports Services' central and regional organizations, sports clubs, sports federations, private sports facilities, organizations, and applications. Objectives/Goals: This program aims to encompass both theoretical and practical aspects of the field and seeks to provide students with a broad and in-depth perspective on sports management to specialize in any area of sports management, conduct research, and disseminate findings. The objectives include: - Understanding the principles for solving problems in sports management and developing solutions. - Advocating proposed solutions and being aware of their knowledge and skill levels. - Implementing decisions at functional and tactical levels. - Acquiring and applying fundamental skills for organizing sports management-related activities and evaluating them. - Gaining awareness of tasks and responsibilities associated with plans and programs in sports management. - Developing practical skills and applying theoretical knowledge effectively. - Working and partially specializing in a specific area of sports management. - Recognizing and utilizing creativity in the field. - Acquiring the ability to work in related areas such as marketing, public relations, event management, and sports facility management. - Being aware of the necessary knowledge and skills specific to the sports field. General Information: The sports management program began admitting students in 2014. It operates under the management and organization department of the vocational school. The program employs four faculty members, supplemented by professionals from the industry for specialized courses.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Employment Opportunities of Graduates and Transfer to Upper Level: Sports Management Program graduates 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.
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the Sports Management program can make vertical transfer to 4-year undergraduate programs in business, sports management, recreation, business management if they are successful in the DGS (Vertical Transfer Exam) held by ÖSYM.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
In order for the students who registered for the relevant course at the beginning of the semester to take the final exam of the theoretical courses Students are required to attend at least 70% of the practical courses and at least 80% of the applied courses. Students are required to attend each They are subjected to midterm and final exams for the course. The success grade is based on the midterm exam (as the midterm exam grade scores obtained from measurement tools such as homework, laboratory exams, quizzes, etc. can also be taken into consideration) The contribution of the final exam is 40% and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. You can click on the course name in the Curriculum (below) 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 Nişantaşı University Department of Foreign Languages Education and Examination Directive Nişantaşı University Turkish Language Teaching Application and Research Center (Nişantaşı Tömer) Education and Examination Directive
Graduation Requirements
In order for students to be eligible for graduation, the courses in the curriculum (total at least 120 ECTS equivalent) must be successfully completed and the overall weighted grade point average at the graduation stage must be At least 2.00 out of 4.00 is required. For graduation, the student must also complete the internship or graduation project. (see Curriculum below) must be successfully completed. You can review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations: Nişantaşı University Diploma, Diploma Supplement and Other Documents Regulation:
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Assos. Prof. Hakan ÜNAL - hakan.unal@nisantasi.edu.tr E-mail: hakan.unal@nisantasi.edu.tr Adress: Maslak Mahallesi, Taşyoncası Sokak, No: 1V ve No:1Y Sarıyer-İSTANBUL - B. Code: 34481742
Facilities
1 Sports Hall 1 Pilates Hall 2 Dance Halls 1 Laboratory 2 Conference Halls 1 Fitness Center
Programme outcomes
- Gains knowledge about the history of sport management in Turkey and the relevant legislation.
- Recognizes sport organizations, voluntary associations, and their place within public administration.
- Examines the material and technical foundations of sport management components and organizational models in Turkey.
- Gains knowledge about the principles of central administration and local (decentralized) administration.
- Discusses issues related to administrative / managerial bodies.
- Conducts research on the central organization of general public administration.
- Investigates sport activities carried out by local governments and designs new ideas for this field.
- Explains the structure and functioning of service-based decentralized public organizations.
- Explains recent legal changes made in the organizational structure of Turkish sport.
- Explains the establishment, activities, and autonomy processes of sport federations.
- Evaluates the sport management system in Turkey from a holistic perspective.
- Follows legal and administrative changes in the field of sport management and reflects them in their professional development.
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 theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resource on basic level based on qualifications gained at secondary education level.
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 5 · 8 · 9
SKILLS
- 1
Gain the skills to use basic level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired within the field in the same field of a higher education level or in a field of same level.
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 9 · 11 · 12 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define problems, do analysis, produce solutions based on proof with using basic level knowledge and practices gained within the field.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 6 · 8 · 10
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at basic level within the field independently.
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 · 5 - 2
Take responsibility as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced in the implementations within the field.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 9 · 11 - 3
Conduct activities towards the development of subordinates within a project.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 6 · 8 · 9
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills at basic level within the field with a critical approach, determine and respond to learning needs..
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 11 · 12 - 2
Direct the education received to a higher education level in the same field or to an occupation in the same level.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 6 · 9 · 10 - 3
Gain awareness of lifelong learning.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 4 · 6 · 9 · 11
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
- 1
Transfer the ideas based on the basic knowledge and skills acquired within the field through written and oral communication.
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 5 · 6 · 10 · 11 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems about issues within the field with professionals and non-professionals.
Programme outcomes2 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 8 · 11 · 12 - 3
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
Programme outcomes2 · 4 · 9 · 11 · 12 - 4
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Basic Level software knowledge.
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 9
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Possess 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 · 5 · 6 · 11 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, workers health and security.
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 6 · 10 · 12