Sport Management, Master of Science in Kinesiology
The innovative and internationally recognized master's degree in sport management will teach you the important elements of the profession and prepare you for careers that range from facilities managers and sports marketers to athletic directors and head coaches, in all areas of sport. You will learn foundational elements of sport management, including: sport management and leadership, sport marketing principles, legal issues in sport, planning and managing sporting facilities and events, theory and techniques of sport management.
Program Features
Complete an integrative, hands-on internship or produce an in-depth thesis project to expand your understanding of sport management
Direct access to Ohio State's athletic department and recreational sports department as well as opportunities at six other universities in Central Ohio
Be completely immersed in a sports city with many opportunities for educational and professional sports experiences
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Career Paths
Graduates with a masters in sport management have a wealth of career opportunities.
Funding Opportunities
The college annually awards scholarships to its students to support their academic goals.
Cost
Graduate program costs can depend on a variety of factors such as residency, number of credit hours, and number of semesters enrolled. The Graduate Admissions website provides an estimate of annual costs for Ohio residents, domestic non-residents, and international students. The Registrar’s Office provides more in-depth information about Tuition and Fees.
Degree Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor’s degree. No GRE required
Expected time to degree
1 year, 3 semesters
Deadline to apply
December 1
for funding consideration; then rolling admissions until cohort filled
Applications for the next admissions cycle will open September 1
Program start
Autumn Semester
Program handbook
Mode of Instruction
While some courses may be offered online, this degree requires in-person learning on the Columbus campus.
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