Bachelor of Science in Esports Management

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Caldwell University offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Esports Management to prepare you for careers in the popular electronic sports and gaming industries. One of the first in the nation, this undergraduate Esports program is offered within Caldwell’s School of Business and Computer Science. 

Combining elements of sport and business management, the Esports coursework explores business, digital marketing, event planning, ethics, and the sociological impact of Esports. Our Esports Management major provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the Esports industry while also fostering practical business skills that can be applied to any sector. 

Pursuing your undergraduate Esports degree at Caldwell has a number of distinct advantages. Most importantly, our Esports Management program benefits from the resources of Caldwell’s strong business program. While the Bachelor of Science in Esports Management isn’t eligible for official accreditation yet, Caldwell’s School of Business and Computer Science is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), ensuring a rigorous academic curriculum and strong skills-based outcomes for our students. 

Esports Program Highlights

The Esports program is one of the first of its kind in the nation and is being offered within Caldwell’s School of Business and Computer Science.  “This is an exciting undergraduate program that will focus on the world of Esports from the business and sport side of the industry,” said Professor Virginia Rich, associate dean of the School of Business.  Courses will concentrate on digital marketing, Esports management, entrepreneurial studies, event planning, operations, ethics, and the sociological impact of Esports. “This growing industry is in need of professionals with business acumen and we are happy that we will be able to provide students with an academic background focused on the Esports marketplace,” said Rich.

Located in northern New Jersey, Caldwell’s proximity to the greater New York City metropolitan area offers you numerous career and networking opportunities. Newzoo, a global provider of games and global analytics, estimates that global Esports revenue will grow past $1.1 billion in 2020. Career opportunities for Esports Management majors include gaming production and broadcasting, finance, facilities and operations management, marketing, public relations, and event coordination at the amateur, collegiate, and professional levels.