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Sports Business Management FAQ

Will Sports Business Management Training Course help me get a job in sports?

Yes. It will help you get a job in sports! The key word here is help. A job in sports is the goal for most people taking this course. SMWW has fantastic success ratio and a great reputation. We have graduates in every league at a variety of levels. We also have graduates who are now doing the hiring and call us when they want to advertise a job opening. However, many students take this for college credit, or to improve their opportunities for a promotion as they already have a sports job. Yet other students who take this course plan to run their own sports business.

How do the instructors get to know me and assist me in job placement?

For the entire eight week course you will be in a live audio classroom speaking with not only Mark Washo, Bret Polvorosa, Tom Leip, and Dr. Lashbrook, but other participants who are interested in furthering their career in sports.  Networking with these types of people on a daily basis will help you. More importantly you will be learning techniques and strategies that Major and Minor League teams are learning themselves and are looking for in employees.

The course content includes cutting edge theories to secure employment with a team. Will it directly get you the job? Not unless you talk Mark Washo into going to the interview with you! But the knowledge you learn from the course... and the contacts that you make... and the portfolio you put together for the interview...and that letter of reference from our faculty...and that SMWW certificate...and, and, and...will be the clincher to beating out your competition for the job! Our success is your success! We want you to get the job and eventually call us as you want to hire our graduates!

What level of education is necessary to work for a sports team?

  While not always necessary, most jobs in the sports industry require a college degree. However, we have success stories of several graduates without college degrees who are now working full time for their "dream team"! (Ask us about the gas station employee now with the Milwaukie Brewers...or about the pizza delivery guy who is working in the front office of his favorite NHL team! )  A college degree or masters degree is prefered...but isn't required.  With an undergraduate or graduate degree you just have more opportunities.

What sets SMWW Sports Business Management course apart from other Sports Training organizations?

For one, SMWW Sports Business Managment is a first-of-its kind, interactive on-line course for those wishing to break into the sports industry. The fact that the course is taken on-line with live audio chats allows students and individuals with families, to work around their hectic schedules and every day life. Our theory is "keep your day job while continuing to learn." SMWW's staff has extensive experience working on the front-line of the sports industry. We know what sports employers look for because we have done the hiring. We know how to produce results in sports revcnue and make an impact on a sports team because we succeeded in doing it. The training you will receive through the SMWW Sports Management Business consists of the most updated and useful information available in the industry. Information that when learned, will lead you to the top of the hiring lines.

What qualities do sports teams look for in employees?

They look for SMWW graduates! Sports teams look for many things when hiring new employees. The most noticeable being hard-working, motivated, sports-minded individuals who have an ability to relate and correspond well with others. Sports teams look for individuals who are already trained in producing sports revenue, who have marketing skills that are specific to selling tickets, sponsorships, and marketing athletes. These days to get hired to a professional sports team or collegiate sports team you need a competitive edge. SMWW's Sports Business Management Course will give you that edge. Upon completion of the course you will be thoroughly trained and ready to make a difference in the bottom line of any sports organization. Add that to the numerous contacts SMWW has in the sports world, and imagine yourself working for the sports team of your dreams.

How is the course taught on-line?

The course is set up through an interactive classroom designed specifically for SMWW training courses. When you register for the class, our staff will set you up with a password to participate in this interactive classroom. In addition you will have an online live Audio Chats every week. This is a great way to interact with other students and the instructors to get feedback and discuss current issues in sports. During the course, guest speakers are invited to join you for your on-line audio chats and do informal interview with students. Guest speakers will include some of the most respected, well-known individuals in the team sports industry.

How old do I have to be to take this course?

18 or older.

Do I need a college degree to take this course?

No.

Can I get college credit for this course?

Yes, three upper division college credits for an additional $150. Visit http://www.sportsmanagementworldwide.com/collegecredit.asp for more information.

Do you have more questions?

Call the office and ask! 1-877-SMWW-Now in the US or Canada. In London at +44(0) 871 288 4799. Everywhere else at +1-503-445-7105