Data Analytics in Sports Law and Management

What you'll learn

Take your career in sports or athlete management to the next level with this Data Analytics in Sports Law microcredential. Designed for current and former athletes and sports industry professionals, it is appropriate for anyone seeking an introduction to data analysis within the business, regulatory and legal framework of sports. In your first course, you learn to apply data analysis to key regulatory and management functions within the sports industry. You then explore data analysis in player acquisition and retention, as well as player and coach assessment and roster management. In the final course, you study the data analysis tools and the laws and regulations applicable to elite athlete representation in the various stages of his/her career. The primary focus is on the use of data analysis in athlete development and representation within federal and state law, as well as NCAA and other pertinent rulemaking authorities. Successful completion of this microcredential provides specialized skills to existing professionals to help them keep pace or advance, supporting informed decision-making in the management and governance of athletes and sports organizations.

An online microcredential from University at Buffalo (7 credits). Registration is completed with University at Buffalo.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: Office Manager, Project Coordinator, Small Business Owner

Business and project skills apply in almost every industry.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.