Program Overview
The University of West Alabama's Sport Management (BA/BS) program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the sports industry, preparing them for entry-level positions in a wide range of areas, including sports management, administration, fitness management, and marketing. Students can choose to minor in Business Administration to enhance their job prospects. Graduates are eligible for a variety of careers within the sports industry.
Program Outline
The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary to obtain entry-level positions in various areas of the sports world, including:
- Scholastic Sports
- Intercollegiate Sports
- Professional Sport Organizations Administration
- Fitness Management
- Facility and Event Management
- Community Recreation Administration
- Sport Retail and Marketing
- Sport Economics and Analytics
- Entrepreneurship Students can also choose to minor in Business Administration, which can further enhance their job prospects in the sports industry.
Careers:
Graduates of the Sport Management (BA/BS) program can pursue careers in various roles within the sports industry, including:
- Head Coach
- Athletic Director
- Senior Women’s Administrator
- Athletic Academic Counselor
- Recruiting Coordinator
- Facilities Manager
- Events Manager
- Equipment Manager
- Ticket Sales Director
- Sports Marketing Director
- Sport Website Coordinator
- Sport Equipment Sales Representative
- Sport Agent
- Fitness Center Manager
Other:
The program is available both on-campus and online. It is offered during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. The program requires 120 credit hours to complete.
