Over the years, sports have emerged as an excellent career option in India as it is lucrative, growth-oriented, and motivating. Moreover, it gives you an opportunity to do something you are passionate about. However, unlocking career options in sports require an in-depth understanding of the industry, good planning, patience, and commitment. You must also know the academic pathway to reach your goal. Here is a comprehensive guide for every aspiring student planning to pursue a sports career in India.
LIST OF COURSES
Diploma courses
- Diploma in Sports Management
- Diploma in Sports Medicine
- Diploma in Sports Coaching
- Diploma in Sports Science and Nutrition
Undergraduate courses
- Bachelor of Physical Education
- BA in Sports Management
- B.Sc. in Sports and Recreation Management
- B.Sc. in Sports Physical Education, Health Education, and Sports Science
- B.Sc.(H) in Sports Science
- BBA in Sports Management
- BSM- Bachelor of Sports Management
Postgraduate courses
- Master of Physical Education
- M.Sc. in Sports Coaching
- B.Sc. in Sports Science
- MBA in Sports Management
- MSM- Master of Sports Management
Doctoral degree courses
- Ph.D. in Physical Education
- MPhil in Physical Education
- Ph.D. in Sports Management
JOB PROSPECTS
Since sports are one of the most popular disciplines in India, students taking them up as a career have several alluring job prospects. You can start a career in athletics, or find opportunities in non-athletic fields. Here is a list of job prospects for students-
- Professional athlete
- Sports coach and instructor
- Personal trainer
- Athletic trainer
- Sports physical therapist
- Sports psychologist
- Fitness program coordinator
- Health advice officer
- Sports commentator
- Sports photographer
- Sports journalist
- Sports show host
LEADING COLLEGES OFFERING SPORTS EDUCATION IN INDIA
- Delhi University, New Delhi
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, New Delhi
- National Cricket Academy, Bangalore
- Tata Football Academy, Jamshedpur
- University of Technology and Management, Meghalaya
- National Academy of Sports Management, Maharashtra
- Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu
- National Institute of Sports, Patiala
ASSOCIATIONS OF SPORTS
- National Football League
- National Basketball Association
- National Hockey League
- National Institute of Sports
- All India Tennis Association
- Indian Olympic Association
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As a young professional, you can expect a good start in the industry when it comes to salaries. Although salary depends on the role and field you choose, you can start with a minimum salary of Rs. 2 Lac to Rs 4 Lac per annum. People in sports can earn crores per annum once they achieve star status.