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Esport Business Management (graduate certificate)


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Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Location
Oshawa
OCAS Code
ESBM
Next Intake
September 2022
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School
School of Business, IT & Management (BITM)
Length
Two semesters
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Program Overview

Revenues for the global esports industry’s global market revenue was forecast to grow to as much as 1.62 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, and are closely mirroring those of established, mainstream professional sports leagues, including the NBA, NFL and NHL. In turn, the demand for skilled esports business professionals and the number of career opportunities in the field are growing at an exceptionally fast rate. This program will prepare students from a variety of backgrounds to successfully transition into the high-growth field of esports. Graduates emerge as highly skilled professionals possessing a unique combination of expertise in online marketing, copyright law, licensing, sponsorship, event management, content creation and much more. In addition to the tactical skills needed to support and generate revenue within the esports ecosystem, graduates possess deep understanding of gaming culture, including players, fans and the games themselves, which are vital to growing a successful career in this exciting field.

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Admission Requirements

  • Diploma or degree
  • Proof of English language proficiency required

    OR

    • Minimum of two years of full-time, related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
    • Proof of English language proficiency required

    Applicants whose first language is not English or who are internationally educated in a non‐English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

    Tuition

    • Year one domestic: $2,999 (CAD)
    • Year one international: $14,463 (CAD)

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    Semester 1 Courses

    • IT for Esport (COMP 1003)
    • Computer Applications for Esport (COMP 1005)
    • HR for Esport (HURM 1005)
    • Law for Esport (LAWW 1004)
    • Esport Project Management (MGMT 1005)
    • Introduction to Esport Marketing (MKTG 1003)
    • Introduction to Esport (SPRT 1005)

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    Technology recommendations

    To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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    Career Options

    WHAT YOU COULD BE:

    • Event coordinator
    • Team manager
    • Team recruiter
    • Venue/arena manager
    • League organizer
    • Creative lead
    • Gaming expert
    • Shout caster
    • Journalist/writer/blogger
    • Content creator
    • Producer
    • Marketing specialist
    • Community brand manager
    • Esport entrepreneur

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    Program Details

    As an Esports Business Management graduate, you will be able to:

    • Write proposals, promotional material and presentations using evidence-based research, persuasive communication techniques and graphical elements.
    • Manage applications, software and hardware required in scalable esport environments.
    • Develop strategies for the successful implementation of sponsorship programs and esport sponsorship packages.
    • Assess the planning and implementation requirements for differentiated delivery modes for an esport event to ensure profitability and viability.
    • Research the cultural, economic, political and social demographics of gamers to develop esport events, experiences, and marketing and promotional materials.
    • Adhere to professional, legal, regulatory and ethical standards when performing work and conducting esport business operations.
    • Manage accounting and financial operations to comply with tax and insurance practices for a small to medium-sized business.
    • Manage internal staff and external relationships by applying human resource leadership principles and negotiation skills to promote organizational effectiveness.
    • Manage esport projects and events by using project management principles, tools and strategies to plan, organize and execute events remotely, online and physically.
    • Develop digital and social media promotional strategies to increase the value of the brand of an esport business.
    • Develop and implement selling strategies for both spectator and participant-driven esport events to increase the value of a brand.

    Program Learning Outcomes

    1. Write proposals, promotional material, and presentations by utilizing evidence based research, persuasive communication techniques, and graphical elements.
    2. Manage applications, software and hardware required in scalable esport environments.
    3. Develop strategies for the successful implementation of sponsorship programs and esport sponsorship packages.
    4. Assess the planning and implementation requirements for differentiated delivery modes for an esport event to ensure profitability and viability.
    5. Research the cultural, economic, political, and social demographics of gamers to develop esport events, experiences, and marketing and promotional material.
    6. Adhere to professional, legal, regulatory, and ethical standards when performing work and conducting sport business operations.
    7. Manage accounting and financial operations to comply with tax and insurance practices for a small to medium business.
    8. Manage internal staff and external relationships by applying human resource leadership principles and negotiation skills to promote organizational effectiveness.
    9. Manage esport projects and events by utilizing project management principles, tools, and strategies to plan organize, and execute events remotely, online, and physically.
    10. Develop digital and social media promotional strategies to increase the value of the brand of an esport business.
    11. Develop and implement selling strategies for both spectator and participant driven sport events to increase the value of the brand.

    Admission Requirements

    • Diploma or degree
    • Proof of English language proficiency required

      OR

      • Minimum of two years of full-time, related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
      • Proof of English language proficiency required

      Applicants whose first language is not English or who are internationally educated in a non‐English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

      Courses

      The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.

      Semester 1

      • IT for Esport (COMP 1003)
      • Computer Applications for Esport (COMP 1005)
      • HR for Esport (HURM 1005)
      • Law for Esport (LAWW 1004)
      • Esport Project Management (MGMT 1005)
      • Introduction to Esport Marketing (MKTG 1003)
      • Introduction to Esport (SPRT 1005)

      Semester 2

      • Corporate Esport Strategies (BUSI 2003)
      • The Business Of Esport (BUSI 2005)
      • Successful Esport Events (MKTG 2003)
      • Esport Digital Marketing (MKTG 2005)
      • Digital Content Creation (MKTG 2007)
      • World Of Esport Capstone (SPRT 2003)
      • Esport Event Video Production (VIDO 2001)

      Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2022-23 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes.

      Costs

      Career Options

      WHAT YOU COULD BE:

      • Event coordinator
      • Team manager
      • Team recruiter
      • Venue/arena manager
      • League organizer
      • Creative lead
      • Gaming expert
      • Shout caster
      • Journalist/writer/blogger
      • Content creator
      • Producer
      • Marketing specialist
      • Community brand manager
      • Esport entrepreneur

      WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

      • Esport venue/arena
      • Marketing agency
      • Esport team
      • Post-secondary institution

      Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

      Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

      Laptop Requirements

      MINIMUM REQUIRED HARDWARE

      • Laptop: Personal computer (PC) not a Mac
      • Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10 (if available)
      • Processor: Intel Core i5 or better (Not AMD)
      • Memory: 8 GB of RAM (16 GB preferred)
      • Hard Drive: 250 GB or larger (Solid State Drive (SSD) preferred)
      • Warranty: 3 years parts and labour (On-site preferred)
      • Other features: 2 USB ports, webcam, microphone, HDMI output (preferred) or VGA, Ethernet port (recommended)

      Software Requirements

      Microsoft Office is available free of charge at the school with a Durham College email address.

      Technology Recommendations

      To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

      Processor: i5
      RAM: 8GB
      Storage: 256GB SSD
      Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
      Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
      Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
      Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
      Internet connection

      Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk  or the school office.

       

       

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