Break into the esports and video game industry The esports and video game industry is booming and needs business-minded leaders. With Wilson’s Esports Management bachelor’s degree, you’ll get the big picture — development, marketing, distribution, and logistics. We’ll provide you with the business skills and industry knowledge you need to succeed in this growing industry. Our curriculum was built in partnership with Unity, an industry-leading game development company, and the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), so you will be well-positioned for multiple career paths. Wilson College also boasts a brand new esports team with a dedicated esports arena. You could use the industry insights and management skills you learn in class to help the team strategize and compete. Or, you might just prefer to join the team and play for the Phoenix! Highlights: Students pursuing an Esports Management major will learn to: Evaluate the video game industry from its societal impact to the fundamentals of game creation. Analyze the history of competitive gaming and explore its ecosystem, including the different genres of games and aesthetics of play. Learn about esports leagues, teams, players, publishers, tournament operators, plus media and affiliate organizations. Manage esports promotional events, including budgeting, goal setting, demo creation, logistics, staffing, merchandising, and evaluating return on investment (ROI). Study game publishing logistics, including a variety of distribution strategies and channels. Why Study Esports Management: Esports and video game professionals are in high demand. Between 2018 and 2019 the number of jobs in esports nearly doubled! Our program will provide you with the tools to enter this fast-growing industry and the knowledge to succeed in multiple careers. Esports Management offers an exciting opportunity for you to pursue and combine your passions for video games, entrepreneurship, and business. Our Esports Management major is a well-defined course that provides technical and practical skills and a broader appreciation of national and global gaming communities. The great thing about an esports management major is its versatility — from professional team management to tournament planning to AAA studio opportunities to tech corporation employment. This major can be your entry into any number of careers within the industry. Read about the Wilson College esports team in the online Wilson Magazine article, The Phoenix Spread Fledgling Wings. Career Paths A Bachelor of Arts degree in Esports Management is the perfect choice for you if you are looking to get started in the esports or video game industry. Team Manager Video Game Project Manager Esports Events Production Manager Video Game Broadcasting Commentator/Shoutcaster Communications Manager Marketing Manager Public Relations Manager Esports Management Esports Management Course Requirements Esports Management Faculty Apply Request info Visit Wilson College is committed to the importance and value of a college education. That's why we work hard to keep our degree programs affordable. Learn more about financial aid.
