Master of Science (M.S.) in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration (Thesis)
Lead Athletic Teams and Organizations to Success with Liberty’s M.S. in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration (Thesis)
Are you interested in pursuing a career in sports? Maybe you’d like to work for a professional sports organization or become a head coach, and you want to gain a better understanding of sports management and coaching before you begin applying for jobs. If this sounds like you, Liberty University’s M.S. in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration (Thesis) is an excellent choice.
We have designed our thesis-track sports administration and coaching degree with your success in mind. This program offers an advanced study of sports business, coaching theory, player development, and sports governance. Our sports management program includes sports business courses and a thesis. This degree’s rigorous curriculum can help you become a more confident, prepared professional who is capable of leading athletic departments and teams alike.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Your professors are industry leaders with years of experience in sports management.
- Throughout your program, you will have multiple opportunities to get hands-on experience with Liberty University’s NCAA Division I programs and 39 club sports teams.
What Will You Learn?
- Coaching theory
- Legal issues in sport
- Social issues in sport management
- Strategic player development
Career Opportunities for Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration (Thesis) Graduates
- Athletic director
- Athletic marketing/public relations specialist
- Coach
- Sports agent
- Sports operations director
Facilities and Resources Available to Sport Management Students
- Gain real-world experience when you observe and assist with one of Liberty’s many athletic programs, including 20 NCAA Division I and more than 39 Club Sports teams.
- Attend professional development sessions where you can network with faculty and peers.
- Receive one-on-one support from the sport management internship coordinator as you select the right experiential learning opportunity for you.
- Conduct in-depth, scholarly research on a sports management topic that you’re passionate about while you’re completing your thesis.
Admission Requirements for Our Graduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
- A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA for admission in good standing (2.5 to 2.99 may grant admission on caution)
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 On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
