Sport Management
The Reeves School of Business offers an on-campus or online major and a minor program in Sport Management. Students studying Sport Management can choose from a variety of Sport- and Business-related courses. A degree in Sport Management prepares individuals for professional careers within sport organizations, such as non-profit companies, commercial and private enterprises, government/public sector jobs, and various levels of professional sports.
Common Career Paths
Earning a Sports Management degree at Methodist University will set you on a path towards a number of career fields including, but not limited to, sports manager, business operations specialist, athletic director, public relations specialist, business manager, and so much more.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
There’s a long list of career opportunities for those with Sports Management degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Business operations specialist: $76,280
- Public relations specialist: $69,670
- Business manager: $72,270
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s online Sport Mangement program?
You're interested in the MU Sport Management program, but are a working adult looking for the flexibility of an online program? MU offers both on-campus and online alternatives. Visit the Sport Management program on our MU Online microsite for more information on the program, careers, how to apply, tuition and aid, and much more!
Frequently Asked Questions
When you earn a Sports Management degree at Methodist University, you’ll receive the business operations and leadership training needed to succeed in the sports industry. Our skills will prepare you for both professional and amateur sports settings.
There’s a long list of career opportunities for those with Sports Management degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Business operations specialist: $76,280
- Public relations specialist: $69,670
- Business manager: $72,270
Earning a Sports Management degree at Methodist University will set you on a path towards a number of career fields including, but not limited to, sports manager, business operations specialist, athletic director, public relations specialist, business manager, and so much more.
Accreditation
The Reeves School of Business is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) to offer the following degrees: the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Administration, Accounting, and Finance/Economics; the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration, Accounting, Financial Economics and Marketing; the Associate of Arts (A.A.) with a subject concentration in Accounting, Business Administration, Financial Economics, and Marketing; and the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.).
Beginning in the fall 2019, the University offers the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business degree. Beginning in the fall of 2022, the University offers the Bachelors of Science in Business Analytics. Currently, we are seeking accreditation from the ACBSP for these two degree programs. The date of initial accreditation was in 1995. The last date of review for the RSB was October 4-7, 2015.
Mission
The mission of the Sport Management Program is to provide a professional and comprehensive education in the classroom, combined with real-world opportunities through internships, to produce future leaders of the sport industry.
Goals
- Students will be able to demonstrate content knowledge in all functional areas of sport management.
- Students will demonstrate professionalism, think critically, and exhibit problem solving skills.
- Students will communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
Contact
Tom Inczauskis, MBA, PGA
