Program Overview
Fairfield University's Sports Leadership and Management Minor equips students with business acumen and leadership skills for careers in the sports industry. The program emphasizes ethics-based leadership, global diversity, and competitive internships. Graduates are prepared for roles in sports management, event management, marketing, and more.
Program Outline
Sports Leadership and Management Minor at Fairfield University
Degree Overview:
This minor equips students with fundamental business skills for careers in sports management or related fields.
Objectives:
- Develop a strong foundation in business principles
- Equip students with leadership skills from an ethical perspective
- Foster an understanding of diversity and global aspects in sports management
- Prepare students for competitive internships and job opportunities in the sports industry
Program Description:
The Sports Leadership and Management minor at Fairfield University focuses on instilling business acumen and leadership skills in students interested in pursuing careers in the sports industry. The program emphasizes ethics-based leadership and recognizes the importance of global diversity in all aspects of the sports industry. Students also benefit from exposure to various topics within sports management, such as human resources management, business and society, and entrepreneurship. The competitive nature of the sports industry necessitates strong networking and relationship building, which the program fosters through classroom engagement and internship opportunities. To facilitate this, the Dolan School of Business has a dedicated Director of Internships who actively seeks new opportunities for students.
Outline:
Required Courses:
- Sports Management
- Leading and Managing People
Electives (choose three):
- Managing Human Resources for Competitive Advantage
- Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
- Performance, Compensation, and Reward
- Sports Marketing
- Economics of Sports
- Sports Broadcasting
Careers:
Graduates of the Sports Leadership and Management minor are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the sports industry, including:
- Sports Management
- Event Management
- Marketing and Public Relations
- Sponsorship and Sales
- Human Resources
- Sports Media and Broadcasting
Other:
- Students must take at least one elective outside the Department of Management.
- Management majors cannot double-count Management courses for the three electives.
- MG 240 can be counted as a required course for both the Management major and the Sports Leadership and Management minor.
