Bachelor of Science in Gaming and Esports Management
Make the Game Your Business With a Gaming and Esports Management DegreeProgram Overview
From the latest mobile app to massively multiplayer online games, you love gaming and esports. Have you considered turning your passion into a future? Learn what it takes to go pro on the business side of esports and gaming. Pursue your Bachelor of Science in Gaming and Esports Management, on campus or online, with Post University.
This program covers a variety of topics within the electronic gaming ecosystem, from esports competitions and leagues to advertising and sponsorships. Courses examine aspects of game design and development, the psychology of video gaming, ethics in gaming, sales, project management, economics, and more. Students explore how gaming and esports organizations operate within local and global markets, including event planning, digital community engagement, brand strategy, and revenue generation models. The curriculum also reviews leadership approaches, organizational structures, and emerging industry trends that influence competitive gaming environments. The Bachelor of Science in Gaming and Esports Management is designed to provide structured academic study of the evolving business landscape surrounding gaming and esports.
Benefits of Earning an Online Esports Management and Gaming Degree
From the admissions process to the day you graduate, we are with you every step of the way.<
- Receive support from a personal Post team of advisors focused on your academic success
- Learn from industry-experienced professionals in interactive courses
- No class times or set login times for your online esports degree
- Online courses emphasize practical application of video gaming and esports principles
Curriculum
Program Requirements – 120 Total Credits
Essential Skills Core: 21 Required Credits
General Education: 21 Required Credits
Major and Concentrations: 60 Required Credits
Open Electives: 18 Required Credits
Industry-Focused Curriculum for Professional Skills
Coursework for your program is designed to help you build competencies and professional skills to:
- Understand the complex business issues unique to the gaming industry
- Apply industry-relevant knowledge to assess gaming and esports challenges
- Analyze specific market dynamics to work toward better business outcomes
- Plan, execute, monitor, and control esports events
- Use best practices, financial insights, and cultural considerations to guide streaming and broadcasting efforts
- Recognize and apply knowledge of psychology and physiological issues for healthier people outcomes in gaming
- Communicate with professionalism to different audiences
Concentrations
Gaming and Esports Management Degree Concentrations
As you progress in the program, the curriculum can be customized to your career focus with the following concentrations:
Event Planning and Management
Coursework in this concentration covers the essentials of event management of spectator-oriented live events in video gaming, from the sociological impact to branding and marketing strategies to media production.
Entrepreneurship
This concentration explores how to build a gaming and esport management business, from the creativity and innovation needed to start a brand to the business administration skills needed to grow it.
Sample Courses
Introduction to Esports Management
Students are introduced to the history of esports in the world, specifically the current state of the multi-billion-dollar industry, the emerging trends in the market, and the current state of competitive play.
Psychology of Gaming
This course outlines the various ethical dilemmas presented in the field of gaming. Ethical situations will be discussed and presented, and students will seek to explore the issues through conversation and active dialogue. They will explore the unique to the industry ethical landscape such as cheating, doping, conflict of interest, intellectual property, and talent poaching.
Gaming Project Management
This course provides an overview of the game development and event project management process. The course focuses on dual focus areas within gaming, specifically the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the Event Planning Life Cycle (EPLC), and project management concept considerations for each.
Business Policy Seminar
This seminar requires students to utilize concepts presented in all prior business and economics courses in analyzing corporate business strategies. Students will focus on strategic thinking, leadership, and understanding the interconnected nature of all business activity. The course examines how businesses plan and react to factors affecting their success. Emphasis is placed on best practices and change management processes. Simulations and case studies are used with the goal of allowing students to develop and present their mastery of strategic business issues. Oral and written reports are required.
The sample courses listed are intended to illustrate the types of coursework included in this program. Course offerings and requirements may change. Please consult the official University Catalog for current and complete program information.
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Accreditation
Institutional Accreditation
College (University) is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.). Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the Commission should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact:
New England Commission of Higher Education
301 Edgewater Place, Suite 210, Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 425 7785
E-Mail: [email protected]
For more information on Post University's state licensure or accreditation, please visit the Accreditation page.
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
Post University’s undergraduate admissions process is structured to be accessible for students planning to study online or on campus. All applicants must complete an admissions application and demonstrate high school completion or an equivalent credential.
Acceptable documentation includes:
- An official high school transcript showing graduation
- A General Education Development (GED) certificate or equivalent diploma
- A home-school transcript recognized by the student’s state
- An associate degree transcript
- Official college-level credit, typically 60 or more semester hours, that may apply toward a bachelor’s degree
Applicants are encouraged to connect with admissions advisors, including participating in an advisory session or interview, to support their transition into their selected program.
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Tuition & Ways to Save
An education at Post University is designed to provide long-term value. Tuition is competitively structured, and financial aid opportunities are available for those who qualify. Admissions and financial aid teams work with you to review available options and explain each step of the process clearly.
With multiple funding opportunities available, you may qualify for more than you expect.
Tuition Reductions →
Tuition reductions are available for eligible active-duty military service members, veterans, public safety professionals, education partners, alumni, and others who qualify.
Scholarships →
Post University offers a variety of institutional scholarships. Dedicated scholarship advisors assist students in identifying both institutional and relevant external scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid →
Federal financial aid programs are available for many degree programs for students who qualify.
Transfer Credits →
Post University will evaluate course credit completed at eligible institutions, as well as credit earned through approved examinations or prior learning experiences, for potential transfer.
Military Benefits →
Military education benefits extend to active-duty service members, reservists, veterans, their families, and eligible Department of Defense civilian employees.
Student Loans →
Federal and private loan programs may be available to students who qualify.
Tuition Reductions →
Tuition reductions are available for eligible active-duty military service members, veterans, public safety professionals, education partners, alumni, and others who qualify.
Scholarships →
Post University offers a variety of institutional scholarships. Dedicated scholarship advisors assist students in identifying both institutional and relevant external scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid →
Federal financial aid programs are available for many degree programs for students who qualify.
Transfer Credits →
Post University will evaluate course credit completed at eligible institutions, as well as credit earned through approved examinations or prior learning experiences, for potential transfer.
Military Benefits →
Military education benefits extend to active-duty service members, reservists, veterans, their families, and eligible Department of Defense civilian employees.
Student Loans →
Federal and private loan programs may be available to students who qualify.
Ready to take the next steps?
Admissions advisors are available to answer your questions, explain the application process, and help you explore which program aligns with your interests and experience.
If you are considering Post University, we invite you to begin the conversation.
Why Post University?
At Post University, you are not an anonymous face in a crowded lecture hall. You are known and supported from your first conversation through program completion. That is the meaning behind Post Makes It Personal®.
Our approach is grounded in three commitments: career focus, value, and personalization. Whether you are beginning your undergraduate journey, returning to continue your education, or pursuing a graduate degree, Post University offers programs developed with professional practice in mind, led by industry-experienced faculty, and delivered in formats designed to fit into your life.
Post people come from many different backgrounds and life stages. Some are stepping onto campus for the first time, while others are learning online while balancing work, family, military service, or community commitments. Across every format, students are part of a community built on connection, structure, and shared purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Could I Do With a BS in Gaming and Esports Management degree?
Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Gaming and Esports Management is a blended gaming and business management program. It offers an interdisciplinary approach to exploring various aspects of the business of the gaming industry, including game design, broadcasting, and competitive play. Your program explores essential leadership and administrative skills used in the gaming industry as well as complex business issues, from finances to international market dynamics. It also covers best practices and cultural considerations for streaming and broadcast markets.
Your BS in Gaming and Esports Management provides the kind of education in business and electronic gaming fundamentals you could use to pursue entry-level and emerging opportunities in the field. Or use it as a steppingstone toward a Master of Science in Gaming and Esports Management and more opportunities down the line.
Can You Study Esports?
Yes! At Post University, our Gaming and Esports Management degree could help you prepare for an understanding of the gaming industry and its unique and complex challenges. It offers a look into the culture and market dynamics, as well as how to plan, navigate, monitor, and excel at managing esports events. Courses cover aspects of game design and development, the psychology of gaming, ethics in gaming, what it takes to be an esports manager, sales, project management, economics, and more.
What Is an Esports Major?
A BS in Gaming and Esports Management major from Post University blends business management and gaming for a unique understanding of the industry. From streaming to broadcast markets, you will have the opportunity to gain insights on best practices and even delve into game design, project and event management, and gaming psychology. Plus, with two concentrations available—Event Planning and Management or Entrepreneurship—you have the opportunity to customize your education to your career goals.
What Is an Esport Management Course?
When pursuing your Bachelor of Science in Gaming and Esports Management at Post University, you will have the opportunity to cover the ins and outs of the industry. Below are some of the courses you could take:
- Introduction to Game Design & Development
- Psychology of Gaming
- Ethics in Gaming
- New Media and Streaming Industry
- Gaming Project Management
To learn more about this degree and individual concentration requirements, view the course catalog.
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