In 2025, students and faculty/staff will travel to Barcelona and Madrid, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal from April 25th - May 5th for the European Model of Sport program.
As sport professionals, it is imperative to understand how society outside of the U.S. is involved in the business of sport. To reinforce the global view, the Center for Sport Leadership curriculum offers a course titled the European Model of Sport (SPTL 650). Within this course, students tour European athletic facilities and attend major sporting events with a behind the scenes look at the entire operation. Additionally, students attend daily seminars with Europe’s top sport professionals and discuss issues concerning club structure, players’ rights, marketing, event management and corporate sponsorship.
When beginning a registration for a VCU Education Abroad Program, participants will be prompted to pay the following non-refundable Education Abroad Administration Fee, also known as the program's Commitment Deposit. The Commitment Deposit is approved by VCU’s Board of Visitors. Please do not pay the commitment deposit unless you are ready to fully commit to this program and participation.
- $250 Education Abroad Commitment Deposit: required for applicants to all education abroad programs (for programs occurring in fall 2025 and earlier)
- $450 Education Abroad Commitment Deposit: required for applicants to all education abroad programs (for programs occurring in winter 2026 and beyond)
