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Esports Tournament Design and Management

Developed by David Chen

Discover the key principles behind designing and managing successful esports tournaments. This course explores how different games, communities, and fan bases impact tournament structure, rules, and logistics. Learn how to create engaging experiences for players and spectators alike, and gain the skills needed to manage all aspects of esports events—from planning to execution. Ideal for aspiring tournament organizers, event planners, and esports professionals.

Open Enrollment

Self-Paced

5 Skills Developed

Online, Self-Paced

$229

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What you'll learn

You’re interested in the inner workings of LAN and online tournaments.

You have a passion for the intersection of events and esports.

You’re passionate about esports and want to learn how to design and manage tournaments effectively.

Supported Careers

Get ready to excel in these roles after taking this program

Esports Sponsorship Coordinator
Esports Manager
Esports Community Manager
Esports Events Manager

Includes

5 skills developed

Project visibility to hiring managers

Real feedback from moderators

Portfolio artifacts to keep forever

Hands-on projects to apply learnings

Lifetime access to course materials

Insights into your skill gaps

Skills Developed

Some of the exciting skills you will develop through the experience

Online Communication
Esports Tournament Design
Online Tournament Design
Plan an Online Esports Event

About the skill experiences

Bridging Event Management and Esports

Learn how to combine traditional event planning skills with the fast-paced world of esports. The course covers everything from venue selection and sponsorship management to fan engagement strategies, offering a comprehensive understanding of what makes esports events successful.

Tournament Logistics and Player Experience

This course emphasizes the importance of meticulous tournament logistics, from game selection to rule enforcement. Students will learn how to design tournaments that are both competitive and enjoyable, ensuring a smooth experience for participants while maintaining the integrity of the event.

Focus on LAN and Online Tournament Dynamics

This course provides an in-depth exploration of both LAN and online esports tournaments, covering the unique challenges and opportunities each format presents. Students will gain hands-on knowledge of the infrastructure, logistics, and best practices required to run seamless events in both settings.

Become visible to Hiring Managers with Headlamp

This course lets you build portfolio artifacts alongside our expert instructors. Headlamp shares your portfolio with Hiring Managers looking for your new skill.

How Headlamp Works

Master a most-wanted skill

Dive into a skill that’s at the top of every Employer’s list. Headlamp makes learning easy with interactive modules and 100% human-support.

Build a portfolio

Stand out by documenting your journey through any path. We’ll help you craft a portfolio alongside our expert instructors.

Get matched with Employers

Headlamp showcases your portfolio to eager Employers, making entry into the job market as smooth as possible.

About the Skill Experience Developers:

David Chen

David Chen is the President and Founder of GTIF Capital and the North American Collegiate League (NACL), and is partnered with several major businesses in the Esports and Technology sectors. As President of the NACL, David created a strategic partnership with Fosun to bring Wolves Esports into the NACL. David has worked with Planters Peanuts on their recent Super Bowl commercial with Kai Green. He has also worked with FaZe Clan members Apex and Adapt, Charlie Sheen and Aaron Rodriguez. David sits on several boards including Mediabundance as the Head of Esports and FaZe Clan.