The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai, in collaboration with the International Institute of Sports & Management (IISM), has announced the launch of its Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Management (PGDSM), a one-year, blended learning programme aimed at developing industry-ready professionals for India’s rapidly growing sports ecosystem.

Designed for working professionals, aspiring sports managers, entrepreneurs, and former athletes, the programme integrates core management principles with specialised sports industry expertise. It covers key areas such as sports marketing, event and league management, sponsorship, governance, analytics, media, finance, operations, and infrastructure management.