Program Overview
Belmont University's Sport Administration program prepares students for careers in the sports industry through its expert faculty, access to pro sports organizations, comprehensive curriculum, and real-world experience. The program offers a diverse range of career opportunities, including event operations, sponsorships, and marketing. Graduates have gone on to successful careers with organizations like the Vegas Golden Knights and Nashville Predators.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Belmont University's Sport Administration program prepares students for successful careers in the dynamic world of sports. It offers:
- Expert Faculty and Prime Location: Experienced faculty guide students in the heart of Nashville, a major sports market.
- Access to Pro Sports Organizations: Collaborations with organizations like the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, and Nashville SC provide hands-on experience.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers essential aspects like management, leadership, ethics, communication, finance, and legal issues.
- Real-World Experience: Combines classroom learning with internships and projects with local sports organizations.
- Diverse Career Opportunities: Opens doors to various career paths like event operations, sponsorships, athletic department management, law, communications, and marketing.
- World-Class Education: Top-notch faculty, comprehensive curriculum, and strong connections to the Nashville sports market ensure a world-class education.
- Supportive Community: Dedicated to student success.
- Graduate Studies: Offers a Master of Sport Administration program for further education.
Overall Objective:
Transform your passion for sports into a rewarding career.
Outline:
Curriculum:
- Interdisciplinary degree with elective coursework in Communication Studies, Media Studies, and Public Relations.
- Core Sport Administration classes endorsed by the North American Society for Sport Management and the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation.
- Hands-on engagement through internship and capstone experiences.
- 53 hours BELL core requirements.
- 33 hours Major requirements.
- 24 hours Sport Administration Required courses.
- 9 hours Elective Courses.
- 18 hours Minor requirements.
Courses You'll Take:
- SAM 2010: Introduction to Sport Administration
- SAM 2020: Sport in Society
- SAM 3100: Legal Aspects of Sport
- SAM 3210: Principles of Sport Finance
- SAM 3400: Sport Leadership
- SAM 4000: Sport Administration Internship
- SAM 4030: Sport Administration Capstone
Careers:
Career Possibilities:
- Event Operations
- Sponsorships
- Athletic Department
- Law
- Communications
- Marketing
Alumni Testimonials:
- Rachel Boorse (Class of 2023): Communications & Content Graduate Assistant, Vegas Golden Knights
- Austin Smalling (Class of 2023): College athletics opportunities and growth
- Emma Sneed (Class of 2024): Impactful experiences and internships
Other:
Belmont Sport Administration Club:
Provides professional growth, development, and networking opportunities for all majors.
Contact:
Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business Natalie Peterson, Admissions Coordinator 460.6453 Its focus on real-world experience, strong industry connections, and diverse career opportunities makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling career in the sports industry.
