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Grades 9–12 · Bradenton, FL

Sports Biz Boot Camp at IMG Academy

A collegiate-level introduction to the business of sports, built for motivated high schoolers. Case studies, real industry executives, and behind-the-scenes access to three Tampa Bay pro franchises — taught in partnership with NYU Stern's Stephen Master.

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

3 Pro FranchisesRays, Lightning & Buccaneers site visits
Grades 9–12No business or sports background required
20+ YearsCurriculum modeled on Stephen Master's NYU Stern course

Why choose IMG Academy sports biz boot camp

Overview

Sports Biz Boot Camp at IMG Academy brings Stephen Master's NYU Stern Sports Marketing & Media course to IMG's Bradenton campus. Over one immersive week, students get a rigorous, collegiate-level introduction to the business behind sports — through lectures, real-world case studies, guest speakers, and direct access to Tampa Bay's professional franchises. No prior business or athletic experience required.

Six ways to explore the business of sports, taught by an NYU Stern professor

Every student works through six career paths that power the sports industry — from marketing and media to analytics and team management. No prior experience required.

Marketing

How teams and athletes build brands.

Media

The business of broadcasting and content.

Sponsorship

How brands and leagues structure deals.

Analytics

How data shapes strategy.

Team Management

Running a franchise's business side.

Capstone & Certificate

A real research project for college applications, capped with a certificate of completion.

Choose your camp

Year-round sports biz boot camp availability. Select a season to lock in dates and pricing.

Sports Biz Boot Camp

Sports Biz Boot Camp

Ages 13–18

The biz behind the game

Starting at
$2,999Boarding
$1,999Non-boarding
  • One immersive week, grades 9–12 — no business or sports background required

  • Lectures, real-world case studies & guest speakers from major sports organizations

  • Executive-access site visits to the Tampa Bay Rays, Lightning & Buccaneers

  • Capstone research project + certificate of completion

    Limited availability

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    • 10% off Personal Coaching

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    A collegiate-level introduction to the business of sports for grades 9–12. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

    What's included

    • Lectures & real-world case studies

    • Guest speakers from major sports organizations

    • Site visits to Tampa Bay Rays, Lightning & Buccaneers

    • Capstone research project

    • Certificate of completion

    • On-campus housing & all meals (boarding) or day-only option