THE NEED FOR SPORTS AGENTS
In just two decades, athletes have seen their salaries rise from the thousands into the millions of dollars. Average pro athletes now make 10-20 times the salaries of yesterday's. Superstars have seen a hundred fold increase. The explosion of the Sports Industry worldwide continues year after year. At no other time in history have the dynamics been there for such an powerful growth trend. With the growth of athlete salaries, sponsorships, and team revenues, a growing need has developed for athletes to have sports agents manage their business affairs. The percentage of todays athletes that require a sports agent is at an all time high.
In order to achieve success as a sports agent in today's complex global economy, it is necessary to have a comprehensive introduction and understanding of the sport agent industry as well as principles, direction, and very unique requirements.
Pro Sports Group's online Sports Agent Course provides the foundation and tools you need to become a Professional Sports Agent in a short time, while staying updated as the market changes. We do not charge for annual updates. Ask when you are looking at courses if you have access to contract updates, and changes after you complete the course without a fee. You receive the information to become a agent in the major sports not just one, college and state regulations are included also. No one else has the complete package in one course. Get serious about following your dreams and take the Pro Sports Agent Course.
AVAILABLE FOR EVERYONE
The online Sports Agent Course is geared for individuals interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the sports agent industry, individuals desiring a career as a sports agent, professionals needing to understand the sports agent industry, coaches or others advising athletes on a career in sports, or what is needed and expected from Agents.
With a diverse group of active agents, Pro Sports Group's members include, but are not limited to, students, coaches, scouts, sports agents, sports executives, teachers, financial professionals, attorneys, trainers, and other individuals who are working with ,athletes, sports agents or getting involved in the sports agent industry.
WORK ON YOUR SCHEDULE
Students are able to work on their own time and at a pace that is optimum for them. There are no time-limits when the course must be completed or limits as to how many times the course may be taken. The course can be completed in 2 - 6 weeks but if life interrupts, it may take longer. We do not turn your access off. You determine and control your schedule. If you are interrupted by business or exams complete those actions and then complete the course. Other programs charge a high fee if you miss their schedules. With Pro Sports Group our schedule is your schedule and we support our students when they need it not when it is convenient to us.
There are no reoccurring annual, or renewal fees. Individuals may start the course at any time because they will be working on their own schedules (lifetime course access and membership is being included for a limited time). You will have access to the sports industries newest, rules, regulations, and updated contracts if you start now. Receive the annual professional league contracts, rules, and college regulation updates.
WHAT YOU LEARN
The focus and role of a sports agent, sports agent rules, marketing, regulations, agent registration, agent certification, player signing, major collective bargaining agreements, player contracts, league issues, and professional athlete services - provides a basis for understanding the development and governance of the sports agent industry and addressing ethical dimensions of the sports agent industry.
Emphasis is on the major professional sports, primarily baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and hockey. Students will analyze issues and concepts related to the various dimensions of the sports agent industry, including player signing, player-team contracts, salaries, salary caps, rookie contracts, bonuses, waivers, strikes, lockouts, free agency, arbitration, and many other related issues.
The course serves as a foundation for you in becoming registered and certified as a sports agent. Why struggle and put off doing your dream job? If you are stuck, we are here to help! We have direct one on one assistance available for our students. Our 10 years of experience is unmatched in the industry.
SPORTS AGENT COURSE CURRICULUM
- What is a Sports Agent? Sports agent history; free agency; role of an agent; selecting an agent; contracts; negotiations; more...
- Sports Agent Rules and Regulations Federal regulations; state-by-state regulations; college/university regulations; FIFA, MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, etc.; more...
- Sports Agent Registration How to become a sports agent; information and documents; more...
- Sports Agent Certification How to become a certified sports agent; FIFA, MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, etc.; information and documents; more...
- Collective Bargaining Agreements FIFA, MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, FIBA, .... draft system, rookie contracts, etc.; veteran contracts, exceptions, etc.; salaries, salary caps, etc.; option clauses, waivers, etc.; complete governing agreements; more...
- Player-Agent Contracts How to sign clients; FIFA, MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, etc.; parts of the agreements; commissions, fees, etc.; more...
- Player-Team Contracts How to sign player-team contracts; MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, etc.; signing bonuses, incentives, etc.; parts of the agreements, agreement clauses; more...
- Sports Agent Insider Tips "Starting Your Own Sports Agency"; "Recruiting Prospective Clients"; "Marketing Your Clients to Professional Teams"; "Negotiating the Best Deal for Your Clients"; "Providing Professional Services for Your Clients"; sports agent educational articles; professional sports drafts and scouting; more.
SPORTS AGENT COURSE FORMAT
Each section begins with an overview segment to introduce the particular section. The points of emphasis segment includes ALL the information, resources, forms, and documents. The final segment of each section includes a section review. This includes a test of your comprehension of the materials.
You will be answering the questions with the click of your mouse! The form and number of questions depend on the section, but typically there are around 50 questions to ensure a complete understanding is attained. Some sections will have more questions than others, depending on the amount of information and difficulty level of the material.
After successfully completing the course, you will be awarded a "Pro Sports Agent Certification" and course completion "Achievement Award". These should be framed and displayed in your office.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Create your foundation for success.
- Learn the sports agent business and what it really takes for the major sports
- Network with Pro Sports Group members, sports agents, and sports executives
- Establish relationships in the sports agent industry
- Keep up-to-date on the sports agent industry
- Inclusion in "Sports Agent Member Directory".
- Continuous access to current and historical sports agent news and articles
- Special offers, discounts, and promotion upgrades.
- Work in the Industry you have a passion for.
- Participation in future developments, contacts and changes as the industry moves forward.
MATTHEW KERANKO'S EXPERIENCE
"I am a fairly new sports agent and I gained valuable insight into the sports agent business through your website. I started my own company, Advantage Sports Management, and in the past couple of years, I have signed 6 clients ranging from the NFL, CFL and AFL."
"Your website is a valuable resource for information, news and educational materials that got me started in the right direction."
Matthew Keranko
Pittsburgh, PA
Certified NFL Agent Core Sports Management
Pro Sports Group member since June 7, 2001
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ORDERING INFORMATION
The Sports Agent Course one-time fee is $475.00. You will be asked to request an access user name and password on the order form. With the user name and password that you request, you will have access to the Sports Agent Course 24 hours per day upon approval by our membership department. This takes approximately 30 minutes to one hour during our hours of operation.
The one-time fee includes updates, modifications, and enhancements. You will never be required to pay any annual, renewal, or additional fees. ( Limited time offer for lifetime membership)
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