Sport Leadership and Administration M.S.

(30 credits)

The Master’s in Sport Leadership and Administration empowers students with the knowledge and skills to guide athletic programs and address challenges faced by coaches, administrators, and leaders in the sport industry.

Core Requirements

SPM 600 - Principles of Athletic Administration 3 Credits
SPM 623 - Sport Law and Risk Management 3 Credits
SPM 631 - Leadership Development in Sport 3 Credits
SPM 633 - Sport in Contemporary Society 3 Credits
KIN 666 - Psychosocial Aspects of Human Performance 3 Credits
SPM 699 - Capstone Experience in Sport 3 Credits
Choice of Quantitative Requirement
SPM 622 - Sport Finance 3 Credits
OR
SPM 630 - Analytical Decision-Making in Sport 3 Credits

Directed Electives

Choose 3 additional courses aligned with career aspirations, as recommended by advisor.

KIN 504 - Scientific Aspects of Coaching 3 Credits
KIN 617 - Periodization and Program Design 3 Credits
KIN 660 - Motor Learning and Human Performance 3 Credits
SPM 515 - Staffing Sport Organizations 3 Credits
SPM 521 - Revenue Strategies in Sport 3 Credits
SPM 540 - Sport Facility Planning and Management 3 Credits
SPM 624 - Branding in Sport 3 Credits
SPM 637 - Strategic Communication in Sport 3 Credits