The Business of Esports

1 Unit · Graduate

In this course, students will become familiar will learn the various elements unique to the esports ecosystem including understanding different game genres, examination of the publisher's role in esports, different competitive structures, and the organization of professional teams and players. Students will examine the potential for growth and risks in the esports industry. The course will discuss differences between traditional sports and esports, the culture of esports including streaming, media platforms, inclusivity, online toxicity and sportsmanship, and scholastic esports.