MBA in Sports Management
This program equips you with the business acumen and industry expertise needed to lead and thrive in the competitive world of business and sports. Students will sharpen their business and leadership skills and learn how to manage sports organizations, and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the sports industry.
This degree is offered online only.
Program Overview
The MBA in Sports Management is a 36-credit hour program designed to equip students with advanced business knowledge and leadership skills tailored to the competitive sports industry. This program blends core business disciplines—such as leadership, finance, economics, and strategic planning—with specialized insights into the unique operational and economic aspects of sports organizations. Graduates are prepared to excel in leadership and executive-level roles within collegiate athletics, professional sports franchises, and international sport federations.
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM
Our fully online program is designed for professionals and aspiring leaders who want to advance their careers in athletic administration and the business side of the sports industry. This flexible program will help you gain a competitive edge by combining advanced business expertise with specialized sports management knowledge—all while allowing you to balance your education with your existing commitments.
Learn from sports industry experts
Learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals who have held leadership roles within the sport industry. Their insights and real-world expertise will teach you how to navigate the complexities and opportunities within the global sports industry.
Get hands-on experience
Gain practical skills and insights by connecting with alumni and industry professionals through internships and networking opportunities, allowing you to apply business strategies in real-world sports settings.
Program Overview
The MBA in Sports Management is a 36-credit hour program designed to equip students with advanced business knowledge and leadership skills tailored to the competitive sports industry. This program blends core business disciplines—such as leadership, finance, economics, and strategic planning—with specialized insights into the unique operational and economic aspects of sports organizations. Graduates are prepared to excel in leadership and executive-level roles within collegiate athletics, professional sports franchises, and international sport federations.
Why choose this program
Our fully online program is designed for professionals and aspiring leaders who want to advance their careers in athletic administration and the business side of the sports industry. This flexible program will help you gain a competitive edge by combining advanced business expertise with specialized sports management knowledge—all while allowing you to balance your education with your existing commitments.
Learn from sports
industry experts
Learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals who have held leadership roles within the sport industry. Their insights and real-world expertise will teach you how to navigate the complexities and opportunities within the global sports industry.
Get hands-on experience
Gain practical skills and insights by connecting with alumni and industry professionals through internships and networking opportunities, allowing you to apply business strategies in real-world sports settings.
Program Overview
The MBA in Sports Management is a 36-credit hour program designed to equip students with advanced business knowledge and leadership skills tailored to the competitive sports industry. This program blends core business disciplines—such as leadership, finance, economics, and strategic planning—with specialized insights into the unique operational and economic aspects of sports organizations. Graduates are prepared to excel in leadership and executive-level roles within collegiate athletics, professional sports franchises, and international sport federations.
Why choose this program
Our fully online program is designed for professionals and aspiring leaders who want to advance their careers in athletic administration and the business side of the sports industry. This flexible program will help you gain a competitive edge by combining advanced business expertise with specialized sports management knowledge—all while allowing you to balance your education with your existing commitments.
Learn from sports
industry experts
Learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals who have held leadership roles within the sport industry. Their insights and real-world expertise will teach you how to navigate the complexities and opportunities within the global sports industry.
Get hands-on experience
Gain practical skills and insights by connecting with alumni and industry professionals through internships and networking opportunities, allowing you to apply business strategies in real-world sports settings.
Careers in Sports Business
Our MBA in Sports Management prepares graduates for leadership roles across the sports industry, including professional teams, collegiate athletics, and sports organizations. Career paths such as athletic director, general manager, sports agent, and marketing director require a strong foundation in business strategy, operations, and revenue generation. This degree equips students with the skills needed to lead organizations, manage talent, and drive success in a competitive and growing sports business landscape. Careers include:
Athletic Director • General Manager • Sports Agent • Club President
Director of Player Personnel • Marketing Director • Business Consultant
Facility & Event Manager • Director of Operations
Career Outlook
Our MBA in Sports Management prepares graduates for leadership roles across the sports industry, including professional teams, collegiate athletics, and sports organizations. Career paths such as athletic director, general manager, sports agent, and marketing director require a strong foundation in business strategy, operations, and revenue generation. This degree equips students with the skills needed to lead organizations, manage talent, and drive success in a competitive and growing sports business landscape. Careers include:
Athletic Director • General Manager • Sports Agent • Club President • Director of Player Personnel • Marketing Director • Business Consultant • Facility & Event Manager • Director of Operations
Career Outlook
Our MBA in Sports Management prepares graduates for leadership roles across the sports industry, including professional teams, collegiate athletics, and sports organizations. Career paths such as athletic director, general manager, sports agent, and marketing director require a strong foundation in business strategy, operations, and revenue generation. This degree equips students with the skills needed to lead organizations, manage talent, and drive success in a competitive and growing sports business landscape. Careers include:
Athletic Director
General Manager
Sports Agent
Club President
Director of Player Personnel
Marketing director
Business Consultant
Facility & Event Manager
Director of Operations
MBA Courses
The MBA in Sports Management curriculum combines core business principles with specialized sports industry coursework to prepare students for leadership roles. Students develop skills in leadership, finance, analytics, and strategic decision-making, while gaining industry-specific knowledge in areas such as sports marketing, law, facility management, and revenue generation. This balanced approach ensures graduates are prepared to manage and grow organizations within the global sports industry.
Core Courses
(12 Semester Hours)
MBA Courses
The MBA in Sports Management curriculum combines core business principles with specialized sports industry coursework to prepare students for leadership roles.
Students develop skills in leadership, finance, analytics, and strategic decision-making, while gaining industry-specific knowledge in areas such as sports marketing, law, facility management, and revenue generation.
This balanced approach ensures graduates are prepared to manage and grow organizations within the global sports industry.
Core Courses
(6 Semester Hours)
MBA Courses
The MBA in Sports Management curriculum combines core business principles with specialized sports industry coursework to prepare students for leadership roles. Students develop skills in leadership, finance, analytics, and strategic decision-making, while gaining industry-specific knowledge in areas such as sports marketing, law, facility management, and revenue generation. This balanced approach ensures graduates are prepared to manage and grow organizations within the global sports industry.
Core Courses (6 Semester Hours)
Sport Management Courses
(21 Semester Hours)
Major Courses (18 Semester Hours)
Major Courses
(18 Semester Hours)
Affordability
Our master’s programs are designed to advance your career, whether you’re transitioning from undergraduate studies or returning as a working professional. We offer affordable per-credit-hour tuition, zero out-of-state tuition fees, and an opportunity to earn your master’s degree in as little as 15 months.
Affordability
Our master’s programs are designed to advance your career, whether you’re transitioning from undergraduate studies or returning as a working professional.
We offer affordable per-credit-hour tuition, zero out-of-state tuition fees, and an opportunity to earn your master’s degree in as little as 15 months.
