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About the Sports Management Degree Program

On Campus

A sports management degree will provide you with a deep understanding of the business and administration side of the sports industry. The coursework includes a focus on the applied aspects of sports management; a strong focus on leadership and management provides students with the skill set to pursue careers within sports organizations and athletic programs at every level. 

From marketing to event and facility management, you'll be able to select a path that aligns with your goals. Exceptional hands-on internship opportunities will connect you with industry leaders to propel you in the field of your choice.

Sports Management Program at a Glance

120

Credit Hours

General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to 体育菠菜大平台.

Degree Received

Sports Management, Bachelor of Science

$216

Per Credit Hour

With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition

Logan Krejdl
"What makes 体育菠菜大平台 special is how available the faculty and staff are in the department. The low student to faculty ratio is prevalent in this department as I consider my professors to be my closest mentors and people that I know have my best interest in mind. I will remember how easy and simple it was to get connected to people that were able to help teach me ways to distinguish myself from others in the field. I knew I wanted to set myself apart when I got into the program, but I didn’t know how. My advisor was extremely helpful in guiding me towards the right experiences that would better my chances of finding the job I wanted."

Logan Krejdl

Business Administration and Sports Management

What can you do with a Sports Management Degree

Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Sports Management graduates work for.

Careers

  • Sports marketing specialist
  • Athletic program coordinator
  • University athletics administration
  • Sports Broadcasting
  • Game-day Operations
  • Compliance
  • Ticket sales
  • Sports Event Planning and Management
  • Sports Information
  • Athletic camp manager
  • Fund development

Employers

  • Kansas City Chiefs
  • Sporting Kansas City
  • University of Nebraska Lincoln
  • Arizona Coyotes
  • NCAA
  • Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Office
  • Tri City Storm
  • Creighton University
  • Lincoln Salt Dogs
  • West Coast Conference