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Upcoming Dates
2018
Winter 2018
January 2 - March 23, 2018
Spring 2018
March 26 - June 15, 2018
Summer 2018
June 18 - September 7, 2018
Fall 2018
September 24 - December 14, 2018
2019
If you're a sports fanatic looking for an exciting career doing what you love, we have just what you need. Like working with people? Try coaching. Have a knack for leadership? Become a stadium operations manager. Have strong communication skills? Work in public relations or marketing. The possibilities are as big as your dreams.
In just three months, you'll build the foundational skills to get your foot in the door of an entry-level position. Additional courses in Sports Finance, Leadership, and Marketing may be taken by qualified UCP students.
This program is 7 units and can be completed in 3 months.
What You'll Learn
- Methods for improving engagement, innovation and flexibility of staff, and ways to motivate and empower employees.
- Fundamental marketing and communication tools for effective branding and promotion.
- Operational aspects of running and overseeing a sports facility.
What Can You Do
Positions are available in the sports industry, including sports networks like ESPN, athletic apparel companies, sales and advertising companies, marketing and public relations firms, and other organizations. They might include:
- Athlete Representative/Agent
- Sports Public Relations Specialist/Director
- Athletic Director
- Head/Assistant Coach
- Director/Assistant Director of Stadium Operations
- Sports Marketing Specialist
- Professional Sports Manager
- Sports Information Director
Who Can Attend
Admission Requirements:
- TOEFL score of 550 (80iBT) or IELTS score of 6.5.
- Minimum age: 18 (or high school graduate).
- No degree required.
- This is a full-time program.
- You must obtain F-1 (student) visa.
Dates and Fees
2018
Winter 2018
January 2 - March 23, 2018
Spring 2018
March 26 - June 15, 2018
Summer 2018
June 18 - September 7, 2018
Fall 2018
September 24 - December 14, 2018
2019
Where To Stay
Recommended Housing
- Conveniently located next to the Extension Center, restaurants, banks and the main UCR campus.
- Offers three types of living arrangements: studio, single or double.
- Open year-round.
- For adult students (age 18 or older) only.
- Stay with an American family to practice English daily and learn about American life and customs.
- Fully furnished room; double-occupancy.
- All meals and daily transportation (to/from school or school-related activities) included.
- No minimum age; no minimum stay.
Experience California
Social & Cultural Activities
Make the most of your California experience!
Riverside has a friendly community and centralized location. Travel an hour in any direction to explore Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs and other famous destinations.
Fill your weekends with:
- Unforgettable places, events and cultural immersion activities.
- FREE social events to make professional connections.
- Optional trips at a special student rate.
Summer Academy Option
If you have limited time, the Specialized Professional Program in Sports Marketing and Venue Management is also offered in a condensed 2-week format in August.
Summer Academy Dates:
August 7 - August 19, 2017
Cost: $3,400
Before You Apply
You will be asked create an account and you will need to provide a valid email address, mailing address and other personal information.
Collect any required documents so you are prepared to upload them.
Supporting Documents:
- Agency/embassy/partner university information. (Only required if you have one.)
- Copy of your passport photo page.
- Statement of Financial Support Form. Click to view the instructions and form.
- Financial statement from the Bank, in English. Click to view the instructions.
- If you are applying as a transfer student from another U.S. institution on an F-1 visa, you must upload copies of your current I-20, the front and back of your I-94, and current F-1 visa stamp. Click to view transfer instructions and form.
- If you are under 18 years old, have your parents complete the parental release form.
“Enrich your life and transform your future by studying in the heart of Southern California. Employers all over the world recognize the University of California as the gold standard in academics. Experience YOUR California dream at sunny UCR - your place to shine.”
Bronwyn Jenkins-Deas
Associate Dean, UCR Extension
Director, International Programs
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