Esports
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Esports is designed for students pursuing careers in hospitality, marketing, business, management, event management, creative writing, computer technology, and/or video game production who are interested in utilizing those skills to gain entry level employment in the field of esports. Students completing this certificate will acquire specialized knowledge of the field of esports that will enhance the ability to gain entry level employment in the world of esports.
Details
Field of Interest
Business, Entrepreneurialism, and Management
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Esports (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5335
Total credits required
18
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Communicate in a variety of esports settings, both orally and in writing, in a manner responsive to the specific gaming culture. (COM100, COM110, COM230, CRW150, CRW176, CRW190, ENH110, ENH140AA, GBS109, MKT110)
- Collaborate with diverse peers and institutions to resolve problems and achieve common goals in esports. (COM100, COM110, COM230, GBS109)
- Analyze industry accepted professional and ethical behavior. (CIS111, GBS109, GBS151, MKT110)
- Describe the practice of entrepreneurship, management, and marketing in the field of esports. (ACC105, ACC111, GBS109, GBS151, MGT175, MGT253, MGT229, MKT101, MKT110, MKT111, MKT271)
- Describe communities, organizations, terminology, gaming, marketing, business, production, technical knowledge, and entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of esports. (GBS109)
- Describe industry-standard technology skills required in the field of esports, such as cybersecurity, networking, hardware, software, platforms, social media, or gaming systems. (BPC170, CIS120DA, CIS120DK, GBS109, MKT110)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 15 | |
| BPC170 | A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support | 3 |
| CIS120DA | Introduction to Adobe Premiere (3) OR | |
| CIS120DK | Introduction to Digital Video Editing (3) | 3 |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) OR | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 3 |
| GBS109 | Introduction to Esports Management | 3 |
| MKT110 | Marketing and Social Networking | 3 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 3 | |
| Complete courses as directed, choosing options that best align with your academic and professional goals. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor to prevent exceeding your award’s maximum credits. | ||
| ACC105 | Payroll, Sales and Property Taxes | 3 |
| ACC111 | Accounting Principles I | 3 |
| CIS111 | Ethics in Information Technology | 3 |
| CRW150 | Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
| CRW176 | Writing Narrative for Video Games | 3 |
| CRW190 | Introduction to Screenwriting | 3 |
| ENH110 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| ENH140AA | Sports in Literature and Film | 3 |
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| MGT175 | Business Organization and Management | 3 |
| MGT229 | Management and Leadership I | 3 |
| MGT253 | Owning and Operating a Small Business | 3 |
| MKT101 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| MKT111 | Applied Marketing and Social Networking | 3 |
| MKT271 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
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