Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sport Management
Dubuque, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2024
TUITION FEES
USD 33,500 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* annual full-time rate
Introduction
Get a Sport Management major from one of the leading programs in the Midwest. Our Sport Management students have the opportunity to network with sports business professionals across the nation through regional and national conferences, competitions, and course-related trips. The dynamic curriculum, dedicated faculty, and experiential learning opportunities allow students to develop sports industry knowledge, ethical decision-making, and high-level communication skills.
Student Experience
Prepare to become an agent of change in the sports industry. Recent sport management major students have earned – and continue to earn – national awards in case study competitions, including the College Sport Research Institute Conference and the Sports Marketing Association Conference.
Program Outcome
Student Learning Outcomes – Sport Management major
- Demonstrate an understanding of the social, psychological, and international foundations of the sport.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the management of sport including operations, events, and governance.
- Critique sport management decisions using ethical justifications including Catholic Social Teachings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of sports marketing, sales, and sponsorship.
- Examine finance, accounting, economic, and data analytic practices in the sports industry.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the legal aspects of the sport.
Gain substantial experience in the field prior to college graduation with a full-semester internship. Examples of recent internship placements include:
- United States Olympic Committee
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Chicago Blackhawks
- Cal Ripken Baseball Academy
Career Opportunities
“What can I do with a Sport Management major?”
As a sports management student, you will be prepared for a variety of interesting careers (some may require additional degrees and licensing), including:
- Athletic Director
- Director of Athletic Capital Projects
- Sales and Community Relations for professional, semi-professional, or college teams
- Social Media and Digital Content Marketer for athletic teams
- Facilities and Operations Management
English Language Requirements
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