Sport Administration, MS

Director: Mary Coombs, M.S.
Phone: (716) 375-2145
Fax: (716) 375-2191
Email: mcoombs@infographil.com

St. Bonaventure University Master of Science in Sport Administration is designed for students who want a business degree that applies an in-depth understanding of the sport business industry. Students acquire a strong business foundation in accounting, finance, management, marketing, analytics, and law, while having the opportunity to tailor electives to career goals.

The 30-credit hour sport business graduate program is ideal for anyone looking to enter the sport management field. No business prerequisites are required as the program provides a solid foundation in the field.

Based on the applicant’s undergraduate degree, the applicant will take three general business foundation courses or three advance business foundation courses as part of the sport administration core.

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

To be considered for the Master of Science in Sport Administration, individuals must meet the following minimum requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0.
• Official transcripts from institutions attended
• A resume

The minimum requirements outlined above serve as the basis for evaluation. Decisions are made after all application materials are received.

Program Format

The School of Business specialized masters in Sport Administration is offered face-to-face with courses primary held on the Main Campus.

Weekday Format: Classes are held once a week in the late afternoon (typically 2:30pm to 5:10pm) or early evening (6pm to 8:40pm) predominately at the University’s main campus. Students can take up to five courses per semester in a traditional semester-length format.

Students may enroll as part-time or full-time.

Degree Requirements 

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SAM-602 SAM-603 SAM-604 may be used for electives for students without a business background.