Sport Management M.S.

34 - 37 credits

Purpose of Degree

The purpose of the Master of Science degree in Sport Management is to offer graduate level instruction based in theory while providing opportunities to apply competencies to practical settings.

The Master of Science degree program in Sport Management prepares students for professional careers in the sport management industry. Students who successfully complete the program pursue career interests that may range from athletic administration in public and private schools, colleges, and universities, to the private sector, including sport clubs and professional athletics. This program requires an on-site internship of at least seven credit hours and the successful completion of the Sport Management Comprehensive Examination.

In summary, the Master of Science in Sport Management prepares graduates to enter a complex, changing global world with competence and confidence. The area of study is consistent with the North American Society of Sport Management (NASSM) review protocol.

Student Learning Outcomes

This program is structured in accordance with emerging National Association of Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) and the North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) Guidelines.

Specifically, students graduating from the Master of Science Degree program in Sport Management will be able to:

1. Apply content knowledge of the professions of sport management and business management to an internship experience.
2. Prior to the beginning of their internship experience, apply knowledge of the sport management profession and demonstrate the appropriate skills of the sport management profession.
3. Demonstrate competencies associated with the contemporary field of sport management (e.g., ability to perform the various management functions.)

Program of Study

Student Qualifications • Undergraduate Prerequisites Support • Advisement

Prospective students should possess a common body of knowledge essential for successful advanced study in sport management. This body of knowledge typically includes undergraduate coursework or life experience contributing to a foundation of knowledge in the following areas: sport studies; health and physical education; and hotel and tourism.

Typical time to finish:

Students enrolling in the program on a full-time basis will have an opportunity to complete the required coursework within a full academic year and, depending on their internship and other program requirements, will typically complete all degree requirements in three full semesters.

Illustrative Plan of Study

All graduate students pursuing a Master of Science degree with a major in Sport Management will complete the following coursework (minimum 34 total credits required):

The minimum course requirements are as follows:

Required core courses

27 credits coursework, 7-10 credits internship:

Elective courses

Students may choose the following elective coursework:

Final graduation requirement

Students are required to take a comprehensive exam based on the required coursework.