Quick Facts
Before making the choice to pursue a degree in sports management, take a moment to read up on the profession. Here are some key facts that will get you started.
- Sport management courses will prepare you to tackle the business aspects of sports in terms of interscholastic, intercollegiate and professional sports; facility management; ethics; marketing law; and finance, among others. (Winthrop University)
- On the North American Society for Sport Management website, you can find a list of universities offering Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral sport management programs in the United States and information on related accreditations. (North American Society for Sports Management (NASSM))
- Typical curriculums for sport management programs will include courses on sports accounting and finance, legal studies, management, marketing, and others. (Seton Hall University)
- The sport management industry is extremely competitive, but can be very lucrative. Starting salaries, based on experience and other factors, can range from around $18,000 to $100,000 and beyond. (Winthrop University)
- Many jobs, particularly entry-level, will require some type of practicum for concrete and applied experience in the industry. (Winthrop University)
- Sport management is a growing industry; jobs in promotional work, marketing, intercollegiate development, event management and other sub-sectors are often vacant. (Winthrop University)
- Typical responsibilities for an individual in sport management will vary with the type of organization and the level of management. Depending on the area of the industry, you can be involved in risk management, facility or event management, promotions and media relations, managing financial operations, or sales. (Winthrop University)