Hartpury University's BA (Hons) sports business management degree has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

The endorsement means graduates will also be recognised at the general manager (exercise and fitness, sport development and leisure operations specialisms) professional standard.

CIMSPA-endorsed degree programmes are certified as meeting professional standards set by the most highly regarded employers in the sector. CIMSPA aims to create a recognised and respected profession, and Hartpury University has received praise for its submission, which shows the course to be a balanced and valuable programme.

Hartpury's BSc (Hons) strength and conditioning and BSc (Hons) sports coaching also received CIMSPA endorsement in 2021.

This followed Hartpury becoming a Higher Education Partner of CIMSPA - which recognised it as a leading university within the UK sports industry.

Michael Green, programme manager for BA (Hons) sports business management, said: "CIMSPA accreditation at the general manager standard is evidence that this course actively meets the needs of a dynamic industry, as well as providing a high level of competence in terms of business acumen and management skills.

"This is a great achievement for all involved, showcasing the evolution of this programme. Endorsements such as this will give future students the confidence that this course is well placed to produce industry-ready graduates with high employability."

Richard Millard, vice-chair of the Sport and Physical Activity Professional Development Board, said: "On behalf of the Sport and Physical Activity Sector Professional Development Board we congratulate Hartpury University in achieving CIMSPA endorsement for its BA (Hons) sports business management. We're delighted to see the employer-developed professional standards have been included, enabling the development of work-ready graduates."