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Key Information about the AISTS Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Sport Management and Technology in AISTS – International Academy of Sport Management and Technology
The AISTS Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Sport Management and Technology at AISTS – International Academy of Sport Management and Technology is ranked 1st this year in the master Sports Management. Programme Director(s): Cedric VdB - Executive Director.
The programme is available in a full-time format
The total length of the program is 15 months
All courses are taught in English
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Programme Overview
Designed to develop the leaders of the international sport industry, the AISTS MAS is endorsed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and co-signed by top Swiss Universities highlighting the programme’s excellence and credibility.
Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the Olympic Capital, home of 60+ International Sports Federations, we bring together the best professors and experts to deliver the 15-month full-time postgraduate programme.
Ranked as the world’s No. 1 Master in Sport Management, it provides a 360° view of sport management and technology. With a focus on real sport with work experience combined with academic excellence, participants benefit from a uniquely balanced programme to accelerate their careers as sport leaders.
Curriculum (courses, subject modules)
With multidisciplinary expertise with over 100 lecturers from academia and industry, AISTS offers a unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical learning. We bridge the gap between academic learning and professional application, making graduates highly employable and ready to tackle industry challenges from day one. Work placements and real-world projects ensure participants are well-prepared to thrive in the sport industry.
The following modules are covered throughout the programme:
- Management and Business of Sport
- Sport Technology
- Sport Law
- Sport Medicine
- Sport Sociology
- Career & Leadership Development in Sport
- Client Team Project
- Work Experience and Research Paper
Admission conditions
Required diploma(s)
- Master, or
- Bachelor + 5 years of experience
Program enrolment information and statistics
Admitted class undergraduate Majors / Degrees
Countries of citizenship
Repartition
- Students based in the Eduniversal zone in which the programme is affiliated: 33%
- Students based in the Eduniversal country in which the programme is affiliated: 19%
Student age
- Average age: 31 years
Student full-time work experience
- Lowest full-time work experience: 2 years year(s)
- Average full-time work experience: 8 years year(s)
- Highest full-time work experience: 20 years year(s)
Tuition & Fees
Course fees for the AISTS MAS in Sport Management 2025 intake is CHF 29,900 (Swiss francs).
The application process for international applicants is the same as that for local applicants.
However, for non-native English speakers, you must submit your English Test Results (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) as part of your application.
To find out more about the minimum English level requirements, see our How to Apply Section.
Employment opportunities & career impact
Annual salary after graduation
- Maximum salary : 100000 $
- Minimum salary : 60000 $
Average time for obtaining the first job offer
3-months
Employment opportunities
The AISTS alumni community is a diverse network of 700+ graduates from 90+ countries. After graduating, 90% go on to work in the sport industry worldwide, progressing into roles from managers to CEOs. AISTS's strong industry connections are evident in its impressive placement record, with top organisations and companies in sport actively recruiting from AISTS graduates, including IOC, FIFA, FIBA, Adidas, World Athletics (WA), International Testing Agency (ITA), IBU, and UEFA, solidifying AISTS position as a premier institution for sport industry education and networking
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Application Deadlines
Session 1
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Limited spots available – first come, first served |
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Rolling basis, upon complete application submission |
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Approx. 1 week after submitting the application |
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Approx. 3 weeks after submitting the application |
Faculty profiles
With multidisciplinary expertise with over 100 lecturers from academia and industry, AISTS offers a unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical learning.
We bridge the gap between academic learning and professional application, making graduates highly employable and ready to tackle industry challenges from day one. Work placements and real-world projects ensure participants are well-prepared to thrive in the sport industry.
Campus facilities & Student life
The AISTS headquarters are in a strategic location, the Synathlon building on the University of Lausanne (UNIL) and EPFL campus, which hosts various sporting institutions and acts as a hub for international sport, education and cutting-edge research.
The academy's strategic location in Lausanne, the Olympic Capital, provides unparalleled access to over 60 international sport federations and organisations located in Switzerland, with top organisations like the IOC, World Aquatics, International Testing Agency (ITA), IBU, and UEFA recruiting our graduates. This proximity allows AISTS participants and alumni to engage directly with key players in the global sport industry, fostering invaluable connections and opportunities.
How to Apply?
Admission process
Steps
Application
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September to July |
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Application process entirely online |
Mandatory testing for application process
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TOEFL IELTS Duolingo |
Admission exams
No
Personal interview in the process selection
Interviews will be conducted online via Zoom.
Applicants who are within an easy travelling distance can conduct the interview in person if feasible for them.
Please note that if you wish to talk to us about your eligibility for the programme we are available for calls, Zoom, and visits.
Application Checklist
Academic documents required
- Undergraduate Diploma copy
- Certified copy of university transcripts
- Certified copy of university degree
- English Test results
Administrative documents required
- 2 Photographs
- Photocopy of ID Card / Passport
- Photocopy of university degree
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The AISTS Future Female Leader in Sport Scholarship
In a concerted effort to provide more opportunities for women in sport, the AISTS is proud to offer one female candidate who wishes to pursue a career in the sport industry the opportunity to study the AISTS MAS in Sport Management, supported by a financial scholarship. The AISTS Future Female Leader in Sport scholarship is valued at CHF 14'950, which covers half the tuition fee and will be awarded to a female applicant who best demonstrates her commitment to ethical sport leadership.
The AISTS Athlete Scholarship
The AISTS offers an international elite athlete the opportunity to study at the AISTS MAS in Sport Management through a scholarship. The scholarship has a value of CHF 14'950 (half of the tuition fee) and will be available to a current or former athlete who has competed at the international level, such as participating in the Olympic Games.
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