Program highlights

Learn from high-profile industry professionals who emphasize the practical application of coursework and benefit from the convenient online format to study from anywhere.

• 100% online to allow flexibility
• Opportunities for real-world internships
• No GRE required for admission
• Admission deadlines: fall semester -June 1; Winter semester-October 1

What will you learn?

Focused coursework in administration, finance, marketing and risk management gives you a solid foundation in business skills in the context of the sports industry. You’ll also choose from electives on topics like collegiate and professional sport, event management, and media design.

Online M.A. in sports administration program curriculum

The master's in sports administration requires a total of 30 credits, including 24 credits of coursework and a culminating internship or research experience. You’ll be assigned a faculty advisor to help you design a course of study that meets your professional goals.

Review the sports administration master’s degree curriculum.

Sports management courses

Courses (Required 24 credits)

Elective Courses (select six credits)

Tailor the curriculum to fit your needs

From Principles of Coaching to Sport Event Management, we offer a wide range of electives that allow you to customize your education to your career goals.

Apply management skills to the real world

Gain work experience while earning credits toward your degree. As an optional (but suggested) part of the curriculum, you take on an  internship with a public or private organization that aligns with your interests. From sports radio stations to college teams to professional sport organizations, the opportunities are endless.

Accelerated Graduate Enrollment program

Save time and money by enrolling in our online master's sports management degree while you’re still an undergraduate. As a junior or senior at Wayne State, you may qualify for the Accelerated Graduate Enrollment (AGRADE) program, which allows you to apply up to 16 credits to both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees. We even offer scholarships for qualified participants.

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Sports management master’s degree career outcomes

Sports is a growing business with ample career possibilities. Whether you want to work in high school or college sports, professional leagues or something altogether different, Wayne State’s M.A. in sports administration degree can help you reach your goals.

Sample careers

• Professional sports team executive
• Sports marketer
• College administrator
• Public relations director
• Director of student athlete development
• Corporate athletics consultant
• VP for marketing, pro sports team

Need more assistance in career planning? Contact Career Services.

 "After a nearly 20-year career coaching college football, I decided to move into administration as a high school athletic director. The Sports Administration program laid a foundation for me to be successful in this position because of the direct applicability of the curriculum to this work many of the things that I learned in the program I've been able to immediately implement in this role."

Scott Kazmierski, Athletic Director, Wayne Memorial High School:

Tuition and financial aid

At Wayne State University, you get a quality education with affordable tuition. For online students, you pay the same rate whether you live in Michigan or out of state. To further support your graduate study, we award hundreds of scholarships each year.

Explore financial aid and scholarships.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Master of Arts in sports administration online program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School. In addition, you must provide official transcripts showing that you meet the following criteria:

• Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher for regular admission
• Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to 2.75 qualified admission
• No GRE required

In addition to official transcripts, please also include:

• Updated professional resume
• One-page personal statement

Learn more about graduate admissions at the College of Education.

Earn your master’s degree in sports administration online at Wayne State!

Ready to join a dynamic profession that blends the excitement of sports with the ability to build a business? Our convenient, flexible online program puts you ahead of the competition.

• Want to find out more about sports administration at Wayne State? Request more information
• Eager to get started? Apply now