M.S. Sports Administration
Degree: Master of Science (M.S.) | Total Hours: 30 | Department: Health, Physical Education & Recreation | School: Education & Behavioral Sciences | Major Code: 109
The Master of Science in Sports Administration provides a strong foundation in research methodology, sports administration, management, and finances. Graduates move into positions in athletic administration, facilities management, sports event planning, and coaching.
Admission Requirements
Full admission requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and at least a 2.75 overall undergraduate GPA, or a 3.00 GPA in the last 60 hours, or a 3.00 GPA in 6 hours of graduate coursework at a regionally accredited university. Students who do not meet these criteria and have at least a 2.00 undergraduate GPA (or 2.00 GPA in last 60 hours) may submit a resume for faculty review.
Course Requirements
Core Courses (24 hours)
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KIN 5303 | Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| KIN 5053 | Applied Research & Statistics | 3 |
| KIN 5003 | Sport and Society | 3 |
| KIN 5603 | Legal Aspects | 3 |
| KIN 5103 | Administration of Athletics | 3 |
| KIN 5113 | Sport Management, Finances, and Fundraising | 3 |
| KIN 5123 | Facility Planning and Event Management | 3 |
| KIN 5863 | Skills, Strategies, and Techniques of Coaching | 3 |
Emphasis Courses — Choose One Emphasis (6 hours)
| Emphasis | Choose TWO Courses From: |
|---|---|
| Sport Studies | KIN 5023, KIN 5753, KIN 5843, KIN 5953 |
| Business | MNGT 5223, MNGT 5773, MKT 5243, MKT 5533 |
| Educational Leadership | EDAD 5373, EDAD 5313, EDAD 5303, EDAD 5403 |
| Native American Leadership | NAL 5243, NAL 5213, NAL 5013 |
| Leadership | MNGT 5903, COMM 5143, COMM 5553, COMM 5573 |
| Strategic Communication | COMM 5113, COMM 5123, COMM 5133, COMM 5563 |
Note: Course substitutions may occur with approval of the department chair and/or program coordinator.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete an approved program of courses in the M.S. in Sports Administration.
- Possess a grade point average of at least 3.0 in all graduate work on the plan of study.
- Apply for graduation at the beginning of the semester of expected graduation.
Total Hours Required: 30