Master of Science in Sport Mgmt – Coaching and Athletic Admin (Thesis)

What Will You Study in Liberty’s M.S. in Sport Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration Thesis Track?

• Coaching theory
• Ethics in sport
• Sport governance
• Strategic player development

Students in the thesis track of the master’s in sports management degree in coaching and athletic administration have the opportunity to conduct original research and develop a thesis. A thesis project can be leveraged to demonstrate mastery of the subject material.

Potential Career Opportunities for Coaching and Athletic Administration Degree Graduates

• Athletic event planner
• Coach
• Promotion and development administrator
• Sports management information professional

Highlights of Liberty’s Master of Science in Sport Management

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 as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.S. in Sport Management in Coaching and Athletic Administration degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

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 – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as First Responder
• 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)