Fintech & the Business of Sport badge image
This badge equips learners with fundamental principles of finance and technology as they apply to the sport industry. The digital badge integrates academic and professional development training to better prepare sport management students for their future workplace. Earners demonstrate understanding of the pivotal role of finance and technology (fintech) within the sport industry and application of new and emerging technologies that streamline operations, improve the fan (sport consumer) experience, and generate more profits.
Sport Management is the utilization of business strategies in the sports industry, including organizing, planning, leading, and assessing sports programs and events.
Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that utilizes cryptography for security, allowing peer-to-peer transactions without the need for a central authority, while employing blockchain technology for decentralization.
FinTech refers to the application of cutting-edge technology in creating and providing financial services, transforming the banking, investment, and financial transaction management sectors.
A student must successfully complete: - PET 4464 Sport Finance with a C or better - Front Office Sports (FOS) Learning Badges in Sports Essentials presented by Coinbase Modern Ticketing Essentials and Beyond the Ticket presented by Ticketmaster 3. - Two or more Linkedin Learning courses from the UNF Sport Finance curated list.
Anyone currently enrolled in or completed PET 4464 Sport Finance at UNF.
For more information, contact Dr. Kristi Sweeney kristi.sweeney@unf.edu