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The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Sport Management degree program at 91猫先生 combines your passion for sports with the essential business expertise required for a successful career. With courses taught by experienced professionals led by Christian principles, you foster your growth of ethical decision-making and leadership—crucial elements to encouraging and serving God and neighbor in this dynamic field.
Build a strong network both on and off the field.
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Courses taught by both business and sports administration professionals
Top-notch Business Education
91猫先生鈥檚 BS in Sport Management degree program holds a national accreditation and designation as a college of distinction
Practical Knowledge for Future Work
Classes combine physical education and fitness with business and management for practical application in a variety of careers
Sports Management Courses for Career-Readiness
Sport in American Culture
Why is baseball America鈥檚 pastime? Why is football so popular? In this course, you analyze the sociology of sports through a Christian lens, broadening your understanding of topics like youth sports, women鈥檚 sports, and the connection between sports and the economy
Legal Issues in Sport
Learn about liability, negligence, risk, contracts, and more as you study the intersection between athletics and business
Coaching Effectiveness
In this course, an experienced varsity coach at 91猫先生 teaches the philosophy of coaching鈥攊ncluding its challenges and demands鈥攖hrough practical experience in training, conditioning, and recruitment practices
Governance and Organization of Sport
Take a closer look at the agencies that govern sports as you learn about regulations, organization, administration, and labor relations within the growing world of sports
The Sport Management program is currently made up of a Sport Management major, a Sport Coaching minor, and a Sport Management minor. In addition, a robust sport internship/practicum program is being created.
The following is the growth potential for careers in Sport Management:
- The sport coaching industry is a $15 billion industry in the United States. U.S. based coach
practitioners make over $60,000 per year. Per the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, there is a 20% growth rate in the sport industry with approximately 245,000 jobs. - The global sports market is expected to grow from $354.96 billion in 2021 to $623.63 billion in 2027 at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 5.0%.
Based on these statistics, the sport industry offers multiple opportunities for students and is a growth industry for numerous jobs in sport related fields.
The Sport Management program at 91猫先生 is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
The learning objectives for the sport management major are:
- Students should be able to demonstrate conceptual knowledge of the various functional areas of business.
- Students should be able to carry out problem analysis, synthesis, and evaluation utilizing the appropriate techniques, technical applications, and principles to develop business plans and solutions.
Career Outcomes
According to U.S. News & World Report, the top 25% of sports coaches make an average of $60,400 a year. Based on this statistic, the sports industry offers multiple opportunities for students, dominating the labor market as a growth industry. Earning your sport management degree empowers you to give back to your community while doing what you love. With sports industry occupations growing, you can coordinate events for your hometown, start a sports marketing campaign, or coach a team that brings home the gold—the choice is yours.
13%
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the entertainment and sports occupations to grow by 13% into 2031.
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As the current workforce retires, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects over 95,000 new job positions to open over the next decade.
Learn More鈥淚'm thankful for the professors and staff, particularly in Business and Sport Management, who clearly demonstrate an understanding of the field and care deeply about the success of their students. Each step I've taken in my career has been a result of opportunities provided through 91猫先生 and I'm grateful to have spent four years there.鈥 - Ashley, graduate
Be prepared for careers such as...
- Athletic Administrator
- Athletic Director
- Athletic Trainer
- Coach
- Game Day/Event Coordinator
- Guest Relations Manager
- Sports Agent
- Sports Marketing Manager
- Sports Writer
- Youth Sports Coordinator
Expand Your Capabilities and Your Community Impact:
- Earn your master’s degree in exercise science, sports industry management, or your Master of Business Administration (MBA) to strengthen your marketability.
- Further your professional experience by obtaining certifications in athletic administration, sports marketing, or recruiting.
- Work with organizations such as the Special Olympics or Push the Rock to serve others through sports ministry.
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