Master of Science in Sport Management (Non-Thesis)
Jumpstart Your Future in Athletics Administration with Liberty’s Online Sports Management Master’s Degree
Having a career in the sports industry is an exciting and competitive aspiration. Liberty University’s master’s in sports management gives you the necessary knowledge and skills, integrated into a Christian worldview, needed to rise above the rest as a Christian leader. You will be well-equipped to take on the challenges and adventures which come along with a career in the field of sports management.
Liberty University’s Master of Science in Sports Management is designed to provide you with the solid foundation of an excellent sports management program with the flexibility and freedom to select a large number of electives. If you pursue the general track, you can mix and match, creating a personalized degree program that fits your passion with the convenience of being 100% online.
This online program is accredited by the Commission on Sports Management Accreditation (COSMA), meaning that the online master’s degree in sports management has reached excellence in the content taught and student learning outcomes from a reputable sports management accrediting agency.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Sports Management Degree?
- Social issues in sports management.
- Sports marketing and public relations.
- Ethics in sports.
- Legal issues in sport.
Provided in a flexible and affordable 100% online degree format, the M.S. in Sports Management is easily customizable to assist you in reaching your goals to further your career in the sports industry.
Sports Management Degree Potential Career Options
- Athletics marketer
- Camp director
- Event planner
- Public relations specialist
- Program developer/administrator
- Sports broadcaster
- Sports ministry coordinator
Master’s in Sports Management Degree Program Highlights
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 sports management degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete your master’s degree in sports management online in as little as 1.5 years!
Master’s in Sports Management Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you 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).
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.
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Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
COSMA
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