Master of Science in Sport Management

Overview

The Master of Science in Sport Management prepares students for careers in the sport industry. Students will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical, industry-based experience in areas such as sport marketing, media and communication, facility and event management, leadership, and revenue generation in sport. Students have the option of completing an internship, which allows them to gain hands-on experience working in different areas within a sport organization. Graduates of the program have been successful in securing employment with sport organizations such as the Texas Rangers, the Houston Astros, Texas Tech Athletics, Learfield, and the San Antonio Spurs.

We prepare graduate students for a broad range of management related positions within intercollegiate, interscholastic, professional, and amateur sport organizations. In the classroom, students are challenged to investigate current and emerging topics in sport management. Students can also apply course concepts to identify solutions to issues facing the sport industry. Students are encouraged to develop their professional networks, and many of our courses provide opportunities for students to interact with guest speakers who hold various positions in the sport industry.

Career Opportunities

• Athlete development
• Coaching
• Director of operations
• Intercollegiate facilities and event management
• Intercollegiate fan engagement and marketing
• Sport marketing
• Sport sales
• Sport tourism