{"id":107,"date":"2022-06-30T08:15:11","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T12:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/hhp\/?page_id=107"},"modified":"2026-02-04T15:16:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T20:16:58","slug":"master-of-arts-in-sport-management","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/hhp\/graduate-programs\/master-of-arts-in-sport-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Sport Management, M.A."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Master of Arts in Sport Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Citadel’s Master of Arts in Sport Management is dedicated to developing principled leaders equipped to excel in the global sport business industry. Our mission is accomplished through a dynamic, advanced curriculum that blends academic rigor with practical, real-world experience, ensuring our students are well-prepared for the multifaceted challenges of this fast-paced field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed for flexibility, most courses are completed in 8-week terms<\/strong>, allowing students to make steady progress while balancing work and personal commitments. One course, Research Methods, runs for a full 16-week term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The core curriculum focuses on the foundational and advanced concepts of sport management, offering a comprehensive understanding of marketing, finance, and legal frameworks, alongside the business of sport agents and the sustainability of sport in our global society. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether your career aspirations lie with professional sports teams, event and facility management, parks and recreation departments, intercollegiate or scholastic sports, or even in the manufacturing and sales of sporting equipment, our graduate program provides the skills, knowledge and leadership training necessary to thrive at the highest levels of the industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hear From Our Graduates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cThis degree really jump started my career. I was working full time when I started, and the flexibility of online options made the program possible. The professors are willing to help you, even after you graduate.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hallie Hammond, Director, Stadium Operations at USL League One<\/sub><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Admission Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Completion of the online graduate application along with the non-refundable application fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Submission of official transcripts reflecting the baccalaureate degree and any graduate coursework delivered directly from the accredited college or university attended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Submit name and contact information for two references.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Submit a resume detailing previous academic and work experiences and a cover letter addressing academic and professional career goals. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    To learn more about the admissions process<\/a> for this program, please email<\/a> or call The Citadel Graduate College at (843) 953-5089.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Program Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The program comprises 30 credit hours. Students must complete 21 credit hours from the seven core courses. Additionally, students may choose between completing a thesis or internships, each accounting for 6 credit hours. For the remaining 3 credit hours, students will select one approved elective courses (refer to the table of Approved Electives). Each course is specifically designed to accommodate individual student needs and interests while ensuring a strong grasp of key sport management principles. Throughout the program, students are expected to integrate research, apply contemporary technological and computer skills and enhance both oral and written communication abilities. These competencies are developed and applied at every stage of the curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Curriculum<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Core Required Courses (21 credits):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n