Applied Research & Consulting for Sport

APPLIED RESEARCH & CONSULTING SERVICES

AISTS offers research and consulting services to help sport organizations solve real-world challenges. Co-founded by five top Swiss universities and the International Olympic Committee, we bring strong academic and industry expertise.

We deliver practical, tailored solutions that fit a wide range of needs, budgets, and project sizes, from small organizations to global bodies. Whether you’re a sport federation, public authority, educational institution, agency, or private company, we’re here to support your goals with clear, actionable insights.

OVERVIEW

AISTS offers applied research and consulting through two flexible formats:

Faculty-Led Projects: Fully customized consulting delivered by AISTS faculty. These projects start with your specific needs and provide expert-driven solutions, from strategy and research to detailed studies.
Student-Led Projects (Supervised by Faculty): Leverage the fresh perspective of AISTS Master’s participants. These projects are academically graded and hold strong value for the students, which translates into high-quality deliverables. Two options are available:
- Client Team Projects: 8 months projects aligned to your brief.
- Digital Technology and Innovation Projects: 3.5 months projects focused on product innovation and sport technology.

Each format is designed to deliver clear, impactful results tailored to your organization.

FACULTY-LED PROJECTS

What It Is

Our AISTS faculty-led projects are tailored to your organization’s unique challenges. These projects begin with an in-depth discussion of your objectives and are executed by experienced AISTS faculty.

Duration

Flexible, based on project scope

What You Get

In-depth needs analysis
Market and stakeholder research
Strategic consulting and planning
Custom studies and expert recommendations

Who It’s For

Ideal for high-priority initiatives requiring specialized expertise, flexible consulting, close collaboration and personalized support.

A roundtable discussion between AISTS faculty and client representatives

CLIENT TEAM PROJECTS

What It Is

A team of 3–5 master’s participants provide solutions to the challenges you provide in your project brief. Students are under the guidance of AISTS faculty. These projects are academically graded, motivating students to deliver excellent results.

Duration

8 months (November to May)

What You Get

A project based on a brief provided by your organization
Research on a wide range of subjects (e.g. marketing, business strategy, event management, sustainability, technology, and more)
Regular meetings between the student team and your organization
Supervision from an AISTS faculty member
20–40 page final report with findings and recommendations
Final oral presentation (public or private)

Who It’s For

Organizations seeking practical, affordable solutions and fresh perspectives from emerging professionals.

A student presenting ideas to a small group during an applied research project meeting

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION PROJECTS

What It Is

A team of 3–5 master’s participants tackles your digital technology and innovation challenge under the guidance of AISTS faculty. These projects are academically graded, motivating students to deliver excellent results.

Duration

3.5 months (February to April)

What You Get

Research of the latest developments in digital technologies
Conception and design of a new technical product/service
Identification of a sustainable business model for the proposed product
Final oral presentation

Who It’s For

Organizations looking to explore sport-related digital innovation or test early-stage technology concepts.

Team members discussing digital sport technology solutions in a creative work environment

Ready to Take Your Sport Project Further?

Partner with AISTS to unlock expert-driven insights, tailored strategies, and practical solutions. From scientific reports to consulting and sport equipment testing, our advisory services help you make smarter decisions and achieve lasting results.

APPLIED RESEARCH & CONSULTING SERVICES

Affordable Prices

Faculty-led Projects

Digital Technology Projects

APPLIED RESEARCH & CONSULTING SERVICES

OVERVIEW

BENEFITS FOR CLIENTS

High-Quality

High-Impact

Affordable Prices

Faculty-led Projects

Digital Technology Projects

FACULTY-LED PROJECTS

What It Is

Duration

What You Get

Who It’s For

CLIENT TEAM PROJECTS

What It Is

Duration

What You Get

Who It’s For

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION PROJECTS

What It Is

Duration

What You Get

Who It’s For

Ready to Take Your Sport Project Further?