Nebraska Wesleyan University is launching a cutting-edge Esports and Gaming Administration minor, giving students the chance to level up their academic journey while learning about the booming world of esports.
NWU is combining the passion for gaming with solid academic foundations, equipping students with critical skills for a career in esports management. Students will be able to turn their passion into career-ready skills.
“We’re not just talking about playing the game; we’re teaching students how to manage tournaments, handle event planning, and integrate marketing strategies—all skills that are highly transferable to various careers,” said Professor of Sport Management Gina Chambers.
The minor is designed to complement different areas of study like chemistry, business, theater, and sports management to expand their skill set. "Whether you want to go into med school or the gaming industry, you can take this minor to supplement your major," said Chambers.
The new minor will provide students with essential competencies in event planning, marketing, leadership, and game management—skills that can be applied both within the esports field and across other industries.
Students will learn about sales and distribution of the gaming industry, principles of game design, analyze games as tech products, art and cultural forces and develop skills to bring new games to market.
"We want to capture the interest of students from all disciplines. This minor gives them a chance to discover a new area of interest while developing practical, transferable skills,” Chambers says.
Students can begin enrolling in the minor Fall of 2025. For more information about the Esports and Gaming Administration minor, visit the NWU website.