DO WHAT YOU LOVE,
WITH WHAT YOU KNOW

Beyond the thrill of the game or the excitement of a show, sports, entertainment, and media offer incredible career opportunities. At the Rotman Sports and Entertainment Association (RSEA), we’re a diverse group of 1st and 2nd-year students eager to combine our love for these industries with our business knowledge. Whether you’re passionate about sports management, media production, or entertainment marketing, RSEA is here to support your journey, connect you with industry leaders, and help you build a successful career.

What we do...

Case Competitions

Dive in and discover what it takes to succeed as a consultant in the dynamic worlds of sports, entertainment, and media through our case competitions.

Industry nights & Panel discussions

Engage in panel discussions and networking sessions with top professionals from the sports, entertainment, and media industries, and gain valuable insights and connections.

Studio visits

Experience behind-the-scenes action with our studio visits, where you’ll get a firsthand look at the inner workings of the sports, entertainment, and media industries.

our vision

At RSEA, entertainment, media, and sports collide to spark your passion and creativity! Our goal is to kickstart your career in exciting ways while making sure your journey is fun, memorable, and full of possibilities. The Rotman Sports and Entertainment Association (RSEA) is dedicated to fostering career growth in the sports, entertainment, and media industries. We aim to connect students with diverse career opportunities, from finance and marketing to operations and media production. Our mission is to help students build valuable networks, gain insights into these dynamic fields, and explore emerging trends.

2025-2026 EXECUTIVE TEAM

IREM ATALAY, President

divyank tyagi , vp industry relations

Cole Mcclean vp industry relations

KEWEI RUAN , VP EVENTS

HARTEJ SINGH, VP COMMUNICATIONS

MUNIR THANWARANI, vp FINANCE

CHIDI OKAFOR, MARKETING DIRECTOR

our partners

events & faq

kick-off — Concert

September 2025

Join RSEA for our clunkickoff event! Meet club executives, network with classmates, and enjoy a concert to start the year off right.

BLUE JAYS GAME

September 2025

Experience the excitement of a Blue Jays game with RSEA members and connect with industry professionals. Enjoy live sports, network with peers, and have fun at the ballpark!

Screening Nights

October 2025

Forget passive popcorn nights. This is where the lights dim and the real conversations begin. From acclaimed films to breakout series, paired with exclusive chats featuring the voices behind the screen.

Fireside Chat

October 2025

Join industry leaders from Toronto Tempo and MLSE for an intimate conversation on trailblazing careers, innovation, and shaping the future of Canadian Sports.

Bell STUDIO VISITS

October, 2025

Visit top media houses to explore behind-the-scenes action and connect with industry professionals. Get face time with industry pros in their creative habitat.

Rogers Media x Bank Case Comp

November 2025

Tackle real-world business challenges at the intersection of media, telecom, and finance. Finalists pitch to senior execs at Rogers for a studio showcase. Real problems. Real execs. Real opportunities.

INDUSTRY NIGHT

January 2026

Connect over cocktails with professionals from sports, media, and entertainment. Your next mentor, or job leamight be in the room. Be ready for the future.

AI Marketing & Global Partnerships Case Comp

February 2025

Crack a real-world marketing or sponsorship challenge from a leading sports or media brand. Teams will pitch bold strategies on partnerships, fan engagement, or monetization.

FAQ

How do I join the RSEA?

As a first year student, you’ll have access to the Club’s Fair in late August. Come find the RSEA booth and you’ll be able to sign up right away. We’ll provide all the details you need to know about joining the club and the membership fees. For second year students, send us an email and we will be able to manually add you.

Who is in the RSEA?

RSEA is made up of students from the Rotman School of Management, both Full-Time and Part-Time programs. The club is entirely student-run by our dedicated Executive Committee.

How can I get involved?

You can get involved by joining the club! As a first-year student, you can also apply to be a section representative, where you'll meet with the Executive Committee every few weeks and share important updates with your section. Additionally, you can email the club to express your interest in helping out at events, and we'll make sure to get you involved.

I’d like to meet your members or speak at an event!

If you are looking to speak to members of the RSEA or would be interested in speaking at one of our events (and your career is within the Sports Business or Entertainment industry), then please contact us and we would be happy to discuss things further with you.

contact us

Rotman School of Management
University of Toronto
105 St. George Street
Toronto, ON M5S 3E6

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