Sport Administration, Ph.D - Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Administration

Program Overview

The PhD in Sport Administration at the University of Cincinnati prepares students for careers in the professoriate, higher education, and the sports industry through a flexible curriculum tailored to their goals. Graduates develop advanced research and analytical skills, equipping them for careers as professors, researchers, consultants, and executives in various sports organizations and related industries. The program offers resources and a dedicated group to support students' professional development and career exploration.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sport Administration program at the University of Cincinnati is designed to prepare students for successful careers in the professoriate, higher education, and in the sports industry. The program offers a flexible curriculum allowing students to customize their coursework and experiences to match their career and research goals. The program is located in a strategic location with distinguished faculty expertise and university resources, making it an ideal hub for cultivating future leaders, scholars, and practitioners in sport administration.

Careers:

The Sport Administration PhD program graduates are well-equipped for a wide range of career opportunities in academia, higher education, and the sport industry. With advanced research and analytical skills, graduates can pursue careers as professors, researchers, consultants, and executives in sports organizations, athletic departments, and related industries.

Other:

The program provides resources in seminar classes, particularly the SMGT 9040: Professional Development and Career Exploration course, that will inform students of their options and resources across a wealth of career outlets. The program also has a dedicated Doctoral Sport Administration Group that will house regular meetings to discuss theory, teaching, research, service, career ideas, conferences, interviewing, negotiation, and other topics designed to help students be successful during and after they’ve completed the program.