Honest comparison
NASM vs Manipal Academy of Higher Education — Sports Management
Manipal Academy of Higher Education runs a deemed-university sports management programme. NASM is a Mumbai-based industry-led collaborator with University of Mumbai degrees through Empowered Autonomous host colleges.
| Feature | NASM | Manipal |
|---|---|---|
| City | Mumbai (industry HQ) | Manipal / Bengaluru |
| Degree awarding body | University of Mumbai (host college) | MAHE (Deemed University) |
| Curriculum design | Industry-led, refreshed with practitioners | Academic-led with industry inputs |
| Internship proximity | Same-city as most Indian sport HQs | Travel required for most internships |
| Annual fees | ₹1,12,500 – ₹2,46,000 | Institute-published |
Pick NASM if
- You want to live in Mumbai during your degree.
- You want to start interning in-city from semester one.
- You want a published recruiter and capstone partner list once verified.
Pick Manipal if
- You prefer a campus-residential Manipal experience.
- You value MAHE brand recognition outside the sport industry.
FAQ
Does the deemed-university tag matter vs a Mumbai University degree?
Both are recognised. What matters is internship and recruiter access — NASM is structured to deliver Mumbai-based access from day one.
This comparison is editorial and based on publicly available information. Fees and programme details for Manipal Academy of Higher Education — Sports Management are indicative — verify with the institute directly.
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