Graduate Certificate in Sports Management
Program Overview
Elizabethtown College's Graduate Certificate in Sports Management equips students with leadership, communication, and organizational skills for the competitive sports industry. The program emphasizes ethical leadership and business acumen, preparing graduates for roles such as Athletic Director, Sports Agent, and Fitness Manager. Students can apply for the Registered Athletic Administrator credential and, with experience, the Certified Athletic Administrator certification.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The program's focus on ethical leadership and business acumen makes it ideal for those aiming to advance in the competitive sports sector. Students who complete the Sports Management certificate are eligible to apply for the Registered Athletic Administrator credential through the NIAAA. In addition, students with two years of Athletic Director experience can become eligible for the Certified Athletic Administrator certification exam.
Program Outcomes:
- Apply strategic leadership decision-making and ethics related to sport business.
- Analyze social, cultural, and political influences on sport business.
- Evaluate sport program administration, philosophy, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Develop an understanding of sport administration communication, networking, and marketing.
- Examine personal, interpersonal, and team-based skills and competencies.
Outline:
Students must take all 12 credits from Elizabethtown College to be awarded the graduate certificate.
Careers:
With this certification, you can pursue high-demand roles like Sports Talent Manager, Contract Manager, Athletic Director, Sports Agent, Athletic Coach, Fitness Manager, and Sports Event Coordinator. The broad range of positions, along with their competitive salaries, highlights the significant potential for career advancement and financial growth in the field of sports management.
