Develop Public Relations and Communication Skills with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Sport Communication and Public Relations offers training in the growing segment of sports, which handles public relations and sharing information. The continuing expansion of media coverage around sports at all levels has created a distinct need for professionals who can handle public relations effectively.
Our sport management bachelor’s degree in sport communication and public relations can act as a gateway to opening opportunities in the fast-paced field of public relations in the sporting industry. Our sports communication and public relations specialization is an excellent opportunity to combine your love of sports with media, communications, and working with the public consumers of sports.
What Will You Learn in Our Sport Communication and Public Relations Bachelor’s Degree?
- Communication technology in sports
- Sports marketing
- Media strategies
Our bachelor’s degree in sport management, with a specialization in sports communication and public relations, will offer stimulating training in sports marketing and media strategies, as well as valuable insight on social media platforms. A career in sports communication and public relations requires advanced training in writing and the most up-to-date information on technology that is used within the industry. You can find all of this detailed training and more at Liberty University.
Career Options for Sport Communication and Public Relations Degree Graduates
- Advertising
- Front-office positions with professional teams
- Marketing
Study Online
We understand the dilemma of wanting to further your education while also staying connected to your family, career, church, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing time with the people most important to you while you pursue your degree.
As an innovator in distance learning since 1985, Liberty will provide the following benefits:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online sport communication and public relations degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete our 100% online Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Sport Communication and Public Relations in as little as 3 years.
Military Benefits
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students from all over the world. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course).
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences).
- Potential college credit for military training.
Residential Benefits
- With students from all 50 states and over 70 countries around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and experience the diversity of on-campus life.
- As a residential student, multiple scholarships are available to you, including the Early Deposit Award, Middle America Scholarship, and Liberty Academic Scholarship.
- Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
- Our student leadership team will help you engage in an exciting dorm life with spiritual accountability, prayer, safety, activities, and building friendships that will last a lifetime.
- Outside of classes and studying, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of on-campus activities, such as our NCAA sports, over 200 student-led clubs, and recreation centers like Snowflex, the LaHaye Ice Center, and Camp Hydaway.
- Enjoy our Reber-Thomas Dining Hall with over 20 available food stations, including gluten-free and vegan options. Work with a nutritionist to develop a dietary plan that is right for you!
Credit Hours
Available Online or On Campus
Class Type
Online, 8-Week or Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Varies
Accreditation
COSMA