ESports Management and Coaching Certificate

David Haus, PhD, Dean
Phone: (419) 995-8422
Email: haus.d@rhodesstate.edu 
Office: JJC 117

This Esports Management and Coaching certificate provides students insight into a quickly growing, internationally recognized competitive sport. Students in this program will collaborate with Esports coaches with an established Esports team. Esports is a growing industry projected to be valued at $1.9 billion.  Esports (also known as electronic sports, e-sports, or esports) is a form of competitive sports using video games.  

Esports Highlights

  • Courses identify key elements of coaching and of managing a team
  • Learn how to support the physical and mental well-being of Esports athletes
  • Financial aid eligible for those who qualify
  • Complete in two terms
  • 100% online

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, the student will be able to:

  1. Identify key elements of coaching.
  2. Identify key elements of managing a team.
  3. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
  4. Demonstrate how to support the physical and mental well-being of esports athletes.
  5. Create an esports team.

Career Opportunities 

  • Head Esports Coach

  • Assistant Esports Coach

  • Social Media Management

  • LAN Center Management

  • Broadcasting

  • Sports Commentating (Shoutcasting)

  • Content Creator

  • Organization Management

  • Esports Program Development

Technical Standards
See here for details