Ryan L
- Research Program Mentor
MBA candidate at Cornell University
Expertise
Business
Bio
Hi - My name is Ryan and I am a current MBA student at Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management. I am from Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania and am currently living in Ithaca, NY. I am passionate about business and have an undergraduate degree in Finance and Management, and I graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in just three years. I have experience in Private Equity and working in teams through professional ice hockey.Project ideas
Business of Sports
Business in sports explores the intersection of business principles and the sports industry. This includes topics like sports marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and the economic impact of sports. Examples of knowledge or skills students will learn: Sports marketing - understanding how to promote sports teams, events and products. Sports management - learning the skills needed to manage sports teams and organizations. Entrepreneurship - developing business ideas and plans within the sports industry. Economic impact analysis - assessing the financial effects of sports on local and global economies. Process: Literature review - research existing studies and articles on sports business. Interviews - conduct interviews with professionals in the sports industry. Case studies - analyze successful sports business models and strategies. Surveys - gather data from sports fans and consumers to understand market trends. Potential outcomes: Business plan - create a comprehensive business plan for a sports-related startup Marketing campaign - develop a marketing campaign for a sports team or event. Research paper - write a research paper on the economic impact of a major sports event. Prototype - design a prototype for a sports related app or product. Project Ideas: Online fitness coaching Create a plan for a sports equipment rental business Design a brand and marketing strategy for a new sports apparel line etc.