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Students completing this certificate will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the esports industry, including its history, key stakeholders, and the various games and platforms that make up the ecosystem. They will learn about planning and managing esports events and facilities efficiently, a tournament organization, scheduling, venue selection, resource allocation as well as effective marketing and promotional strategies specifically tailored to the esports industry. This includes understanding target audiences, utilizing digital marketing channels, leveraging partnerships with esports organizations. Certificate earners will also understand current issues and challenges within the esports industry, including topics such as player contracts, diversity and inclusion, governance, and ethics. They will be able to lead and manage esports teams and organizations, including player recruitment, coaching, and organizational dynamics.
This certificate can help prepare students for careers such as E-sport Coach, Event Coordinator, Marketing Professional, Content Creator
This certificate is appropriate for anyone wishing to pursue roles in the field of E-Sports. Courses in this certificate may also apply to the Sport Management BA degree.
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Dr. D. Hack, Chairhackd2@wpunj.edu973-720-2151
