A Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration prepares students to pursue careers in sport management, sport communication, sport marketing, sport facilities and sport analytics.
The program is interdisciplinary, with courses taught by faculty from the School of Health and Sports Science and the School of Business.
Some characteristics of professionals in the field of sport administration include an analytical mindset, interpersonal skills, time management, communication and writing skills, and flexibility. Professional experience and networking through internships, observations hours, and volunteering will be important to being successful.
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Core Courses
Core Courses
Major Courses
Core Courses
Effective English
The Literary Tradition
Intro to the Bible OR Christian Worldview
History of Christian Thought OR Mission & Message of Jesus
Basic Public Speaking OR Intro to Philosophy
History Course
Laboratory Science
Mathematics General
Education Electives
Major Courses
KIN 211 History and Principles of Physical Education, Exercise Science and Sport
KIN 212 Personal and Community Hygiene
KIN 213 Drugs and Society
KIN 252 Emergency Response Management and Acute Care/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer
KIN 301 Kinesiology and Correctives
KIN 332 Sports Psychology
KIN 403 Organization and Administration of Kinesiology Programs
KIN 405 Internship and Seminar
KIN 407 Motor Development
KIN 421 Research in Kinesiology (MA 211)
KIN 309 Coaching Theory and Methodology
KIN 322 Facility Management
KIN 353 Legal Aspects of Sport Management
KIN 354 Sports Marketing and Promotion
BA 151 Introduction to Business
BA 319 Business Analytics (hours in University core) (CIS 101, MA 211)
CIS 101 Microcomputer Applications (hours in University core)
EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics (hours in University core)
MGT 321 Principles of Management
MGT 450 Project Management (CIS 101)
MKT 311 Principles of Marketing (EC 202)
MKT 314 Marketing Communication (MKT 311)
MKT 421 Digital Marketing and Social Media Analytics (MA 211, BA 319, MKT 311)
MA 211 Elementary Statistics (hours in University core)
123 hours are needed to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration degree.
SHAPING YOUR FUTURE
Program Benefits
Career Opportunities
Program Benefits
Internships available on campus with marketing, public relations, athletics, and sports information
Local internships available within the athletic community
Courses designed to gain experience in profession
Your Dream Job Awaits!
Sports Agent/Promoter
Sports Marketing
Sports Media Relations
Athletic Administration
SHAPING YOUR FUTURE
“Sport Administration students are passionate about athletics and desire to channel that love of sport into their careers. Experience is very important as well as ability to multitask, in addition to communication skills and time management/planning skills. The combination of kinesiology and business courses gives the major a great foundation to apply the student’s passions to create a fulfilling career in sport administration.”
Dr. Lori DeLongDean School of Health and Sports Science, Program Coordinator, Sport Administration, Associate Professor of Kinesiology251.442.2302ldelong@umobile.edu
