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Bachelor of Science in Sports Management
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Management is designed for students who are interested in sports management, coaching, and administration in collegiate, community, or high school sports. This online bachelor’s degree provides students with an improved understanding of sports administration, coaching theory and strategy, and business skills such as marketing, promotion, public relations, finance, and sports law. It is an ideal choice for students interested in sports-related fields such as interscholastic or intercollegiate coaching, sports management, or front-office administration. This program has achieved specialized accreditation through the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA).
Degree Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Describe the impact of legal principles on sport management processes.
- Apply management concepts associated with the operations of sport facilities.
- Appraise the socio-historical context of sport as related to contemporary society.
- Examine the application of ethical solutions in the sport management industry.
- Apply financial management principles to managing a sport organization.
- Analyze the dimensions of a sport marketing plan.
Degree at a Glance
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General Education Requirements
30
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Major Required
36
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Final Program Requirement
3
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Elective Requirements
51
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Total Semester Hours
120
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Degree Program Requirements
General Education (30 semester hours)
| Arts & Humanities (6 semester hours) 1 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Civics, Political & Social Sciences (6 semester hours) 2 |
| Communication: Writing, Oral, and Multimedia (9 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| History (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Mathematics and Applied Reasoning (3 semester hours) |
| Natural Sciences (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
30
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Major Required (36 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
36
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Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
3
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Elective Requirements (51 semester hours)
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Select any courses that have not been used to fulfill requirements listed above. Credits applied toward a minor or certificate in an unrelated field may be used to fulfill elective credit for the major.
51
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Total Semester Hours
51
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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Prerequisite: Senior Standing and completion of all major courses prior to enrollment.