Esports Business, Health, and Society

Catalog description

This course provides students with an introduction to esports. Topics will include levels of esports competition, esports culture and ramifications, stakeholders in esports, governance structure, marking strategies, event management, and player and team management with reference to impacts on public health and wellness. Students will learn the language of the esports industry and become immersed in the unique aspects of competitive video gaming. Students will engage in critical thinking through exploration of the role of esports ecosystems on societies. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3