Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
At DeSales, our sport management major combines the dynamic world of sports with key business principles, preparing you for a fulfilling and challenging career.
Program Details
- Official Degree Name
- Bachelor of Science
- Format
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In Class-Day
- Credit Hours
- 120
- Program Start
- Fall Semester
- Application Deadline
- Apply Anytime
- Average Time to Degree
- 4 Years
Why Get Your Sport Management Degree at DeSales University?
At DeSales, we're here to cheer you on as you race toward career success. As you earn your Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, our faculty will lend their knowledge and real-world experiences with you. Our core curriculum features several tracks focused on key areas such as coaching, athletic communication, athletics administration, and an accelerated BS to MBA option. You'll be required to take an internship during your studies, helping you connect to those in sports-related industries outside of the classroom.
Graduates of the program have gone on to work at various regional teams, universities and sport organizations such as the Philadelphia 76ers and Major League Baseball (MLB). Regardless of if your goals lead you to coaching, administration, or something in between, DeSales has both the flexibility and expertise you need to secure a career in your field.
Program Highlights
Personal Support
- At DeSales, we want to make sure you don't miss the chance to get more out of your education. When you plan your required Sport Management Internship, you'll work directly with your advisor to find the perfect opportunity. We'll help you find the right fit for your skills and gain the types of real-world experiences proven to help you secure a job in your desired career.
Learn More in Less Time
- Two degrees, five years. Pair the Sport Management BS with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with DeSales’ 4+1 BS to MBA program. Get ahead of your graduate studies starting in your senior undergraduate year and distinguish yourself from your peers.
International Opportunities
- Working in sports often involves travel or knowledge of international cultures. At DeSales, we encourage all students to explore beyond the Lehigh Valley. Travel internationally for a varsity athletic competition, take a course with a travel component, or lend a hand with a service-learning program to broaden your horizons.
What Will You Study?
The sport management major requires you to complete 39 credit hours of curriculum courses and 12 credit hours of field experience in an internship, in addition to the university's standard academic requirements.
To earn your Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, you'll take core classes like:
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Facility Planning and Event Management
- Legal Issues in Sport
- Sport Administration
- Sport Finance and Economics
- Sport Management and Leadership
- Sport Marketing and Promotions
- Sport Sales
Program Tracks & Pathways
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Tracks
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Athletic Administration
Have a hand in guiding entire sports organizations and shaping the experience of future generations with this sport management track. Our athletic administration courses prepare you for leadership roles in sports organizations and schools. Learn to strategize policies, communicate with various points of view, and learn the basics of coaching and facility management.
Required Courses Include:
Track
Athletic Communications
Interested in athlete statistics and discussing playoff schedules? The athletic communications track is for you. Get ready to effectively communicate about the world of sports throughout all stages of production, whether your preference is in front of or behind the camera.
Required Courses Include:
Track
Coaching
Make decisions, navigate team dynamics and ultimately become a dependable leader via the coaching track of our sport management major. Learn to guide athletes to their full potential and gain real-world experience through hands-on internships with local teams. Start your journey to a rewarding career path.
Required Courses Include:
BS to MBA
Learn MoreMaster's in 5 Years
Master of Business Administration
Earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees in as little as five years at DeSales University. You can advance into graduate-level business courses to add a Master of Business Administration (MBA) to your resume and increase your chances of qualifying for leadership and management roles. If you have at least a 3.0 GPA at the end of your junior year, you will be eligible to start.
Required Courses Include:
Minor
Learn MoreMinor
Sport Management
A Sport Management Minor will introduce you to working in sports and athletic-related careers. This minor is a great complement to other Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business programs for business-minded students, particularly those interested in the behind-the-scenes operations and administration of sporting events.
Required Courses Include:
Internships & Career Outcomes
An internship during the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management major is not only highly recommended, it's required! Gain hands-on experience and build a professional network that may lead to a future career while completing your degree requirements. Past internship opportunities and recent job placements for our sport management majors have included:
- Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs
- Lehigh Valley Phantoms
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Lafayette College
- Emory College
- Lehigh University
- United States Golf Association (USGA)
Admission Requirements
- Official High School Transcript
- Completed Guidance Counselor Form
- Completed Teacher Recommendation Form
- Optional Standardized Test Scores
- No application fees
Admissions Interview
We strongly recommend you consider visiting for an optional on-campus interview as part of your application to DeSales. Not only will you have a chance to personally learn more about DeSales, but we'll also have the opportunity to learn more about you!
Program Support & Opportunities
Program FAQs
Depending on the track you choose, you may be uniquely suited for certain roles at sports teams, sports organizations, or other business-to-business firms within the sporting world. In addition to coaches and on-the-field roles, sport management careers include:
- Athletic Director
- Brand Manager
- Community Relations Coordinator
- Corporate Sales
- Digital Media Manager
- Directors of Facilities
- Parks and Recreation Director
- Sport Information Director
- Team Operations Coordinator
- Ticket Sales
Our sport management major is a part of the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business at DeSales, so the pathway from a bachelor's degree to an MBA is straightforward. Sport management majors with at least a 3.0 GPA at the end of their junior year are eligible for the 4+1 BS to MBA program. If you qualify, you can start taking classes toward your MBA requirements during your senior year. You'll then continue for an additional year to complete your master's. With this dual program, you can get a head start and save several semesters' worth of tuition.
Apply anytime! We accept applications on a rolling basis, so there is no set deadline. We'll let you know if you're accepted within about a month. However, if you're a high school senior we encourage you to apply early in the school year: the priority deadline for scholarship consideration is December 1.
Martin J. Brett, Ph. D.
Associate Professor; Chair of Sport Management Major
610-282-1100 x1832
martin.brett@desales.edu
For questions about your application, financial aid or admission to the program in general, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions:
Undergraduate Admissions
610-282-1100 x1277
admiss@desales.edu
Office of Admissions
Contact
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