Summary of This Program
BS in Sport Management
Earn a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management in the heart of one of the largest sports markets in the world.
At Neumann University, our sport management degree is grounded in experiential learning and professional network building. Opportunities like internships and volunteer work give you the chance to connect with existing companies to solve real-world problems. In fact, every student has the opportunity to complete an internship before graduation.
Neumann’s location in a thriving hub of sport business opens up a world of opportunities to sport management majors. Not only will you have plenty of choices as to where to intern, but you’ll also be able to tour facilities, meet executives, and participate in industry events.
On campus, you’ll have access to excellent facilities, taking courses in the heart of our athletic center or in our state-of-the-art computer and esports labs. You’ll complete the sport management program under the guidance of faculty who all have extensive experience in the industry — and you’ll have opportunities to tap into their vast professional networks.
After graduation, 100 percent of sport management majors are either employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months. If you enjoy our program, you may even choose to stay a fifth year to complete our 4+1 BS/MS sport management program.
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Features
- Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- In-person, on-campus learning
- All sport management majors complete internships
- Earn your MS in sport business with a fifth year of study
- Begin taking MS-level courses as early as junior year
- Location in a large sports market means many internship and networking opportunities
- An eSports concentration will be added to the sport management bachelor’s beginning in 2024
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, you will:
- Gain practical experience in a variety of sport management settings through internships and hands-on coursework.
- Develop key business skills in communication, project management, and marketing strategy management through experiential coursework.
- Cultivate the expertise necessary to find employment or pursue an advanced degree upon graduation.
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Required Courses
There are 122 credits required for the BS in Sport Management Degree.
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Tuition
Tuition is based on the number of credits students are enrolled in. For more information, visit the Office of Financial Assistance.
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Admissions Requirements
For more information on the admissions requirements for this program, visit our admissions page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What careers are available for sports management graduates?
Graduates with a sport management bachelor’s degree have the business know-how to be hired in a variety of positions at sports...
What careers are available for sports management graduates?
Graduates with a sport management bachelor’s degree have the business know-how to be hired in a variety of positions at sports organizations. Some job titles our graduates have held include:
- Sales account executives
- Marketing coordinators
- Social media coordinators
- Game day coordinators
- Parks and recreation program managers
What are the salaries?
Jobs in the sports and entertainment fields are growing faster than the average according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which estimates a 13 percent growth over the...
What are the salaries?
Jobs in the sports and entertainment fields are growing faster than the average according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which estimates a 13 percent growth over the next decade. The median salary in this industry is $49,470, with the potential to earn much more depending on the specific type of role you pursue.
Who are the employers?
Graduates with a sport management bachelor’s degree can choose from a broad range of exciting sports organizations to work with, including:
- Major and minor league teams
- ...
Who are the employers?
Graduates with a sport management bachelor’s degree can choose from a broad range of exciting sports organizations to work with, including:
- Major and minor league teams
- College and university athletic departments
- Sports facilities and events management firms
- Community and municipal park and recreation organizations
- Sport marketing agencies
- Suppliers to the global sport industry
What is the coursework like for the BS in sports management?
We prioritize experiential learning in our sport management degree. Notable courses include:
- Sport Sales – We partner with two...
What is the coursework like for the BS in sports management?
We prioritize experiential learning in our sport management degree. Notable courses include:
- Sport Sales – We partner with two professional sport franchises for a semester-long project that will immerse you in the world of sport sales.
- Digital Media, Communications, and PR in Sport – You will have the opportunity to create a communication and PR strategy on behalf of local startup businesses in the community.
- Sport Management Senior Seminar – This flagship course is dedicated to putting on an entirely student-run conference and networking event. Students and sport management professionals come together to share experiences and learn from each other.
What are other related programs at Neumann?
Sport management majors are encouraged to take a related minor, such as Communication and Digital Media, Marketing, Business Administration, or Math...
What are other related programs at Neumann?
Sport management majors are encouraged to take a related minor, such as Communication and Digital Media, Marketing, Business Administration, or Math (Analytics).
Neumann also offers an MS in sport business. You’ll have the opportunity to enroll in a 4+1 BS/MS sport management program and graduate after five years with both a sport management bachelor’s and a sport business master’s. Students who do this begin taking graduate-level courses in their junior or senior years.
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