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What I have is a bachelor's in hospitality management but i really want to work in the sports industry. What should I do?

Should I pursue a master in sports management or keep looking for a job. Or do both?

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Michael’s Answer

Jerome has provided some good insight. I have seen more and more individuals working in fields that don’t necessarily match up with their degree. Employers want to see that you have the drive and determination to complete what you started, your degree. Yes, there are fields that you do need a degree or specific certification, but many entry level positions just want to see your commitment.

Michael recommends the following next steps:

Apply for an entry level position in the field you want to work and see what they are looking for, your degree may get your foot in the door!
If you are unable to get your foot in the door with your current degree, you can find out what they are looking for or what they suggest your need to do to better position yourself for that entry level position.
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Jerome’s Answer

Some entry-level roles will be more interested in the fact that you have a degree overall, so you might be able to jump into the field that you want to work in now. The other option is to get a job in the field. You have a degree in while working towards a certificate in the desired field..

The sooner you get going with something the more “equity” you can build in that field, which will turn into additional revenue over time.
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Michelle’s Answer

Hello, Diego !

You left out some important details but I can give some general advice. It matters if you're living in a major city or a suburb or rural area. It also matters about what exact career you want in the sports industry. Sports Management ? Sports Marketing ? First you'll need to pinpoint what exact position you'd want and also knowing what sport you want to work with can help. Once you've decided that, then you can discover what you'd need to do to get there.

A Degree in Hospitality may very well transfer smoothly to the sports world. You have learned event management and customer service, so I can see that nicely being applied to a career in sports. The key is: networking. Just like the entertainment industry, sports requires a great deal of networking and making professional contacts. You can start a career by networking alone, that is how important it is. If you ask more questions, include the area in which you live to receive referrals to local sports agencies and events in the city or town in which you live so that you can start networking.

Hospitality is a very busy and time consuming career so if you think you have time and can finance a Masters in Sports Management, I can say go for it if you want. You may need it if you haven't already not been networking in the sports community. It's up to you.

I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
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