Become a Successful Leader in the World of Sports with Our Master’s in Sports Management – Sports Administration Degree Online
Do you have a desire to impact your community through sports? Liberty University’s Master of Science in Sport Management with a specialization in sports administration gives you a degree that combines your love of sports with leadership and management. By integrating your faith with your passion for sports, you can cultivate the skills you need to act as a prominent voice in sports administration.
Our sports management master’s degree is accredited by the Commission on Sports Management Accreditation (COSMA), so you can be assured of its academic integrity. At Liberty, we will continually strive to produce a quality educational experience for your benefit.
What Will You Learn in Our Sports Management Master’s Degree?
Our sports administration specialization will provide you with the management and leadership skills you need to develop and operate sports organizations and athletic programs. Each course explores the marketing and leadership skills integral to your success in broadcasting and sports administration.
You will also study:
- Sports event and facility management
- Sports development and sales
- Management and leadership in sports organizations
- Legal issues in sport
With an M.S. in Sports Administration, you will complete an internship in which you will earn practical experience while also meeting degree requirements. This experience serves as a valuable tool, both academically and professionally, to give you an extra edge in the world of sports management.
Career Options for Sports Management Degree Graduates
Upon completion of Liberty University’s Master of Science in Sport Management with a specialization in sports administration, you will be prepared for careers in:
- Athletic facility management
- Athletic marketing and public relations
- Interscholastic athletic administration
- Promotion development administration
- Sports broadcasting
Study Online
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online 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 master’s degree in sports management in less than 2 years.
Military Benefits
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. 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 – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 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)
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, your scholarship opportunities could include the Heroes Fund Scholarship, Keesee Scholarship, or the Virginia: Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship.
- Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
- As a graduate student, you will have multiple research opportunities led by students and faculty to bolster your education and résumé.
- 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!
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online or On Campus
Class Type
Online, 8-week or residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Varies
Accreditation
COSMA
