Esports not only offers competition for those interested in gaming, but also teaches students about the esports industry and teaches soft skills that can be useful in preparing for a professional career. According to projections, "the global esports market was valued at just over $1.38 billion USD. Additionally, the esports industry's global market revenue was forecast to grow to as much as 1.87 billion U.S. dollars in 2025." (Statista) Some career opportunities in esports include: Event management, Marketing and communications, Coaching and education, Software and network engineers, Graphic designer, Journalist.