Program Overview
The Sport Management Minor prepares students to lead and serve in the rapidly growing world of athletics. Built on a Christian worldview, the curriculum emphasizes leadership, administration, marketing, and ministry applications within sport environments. With courses ranging from coaching and event management to sports ministry outreach, students are equipped with the skills to lead ethically and effectively in sport-based organizations, schools, churches, and community programs.
Program at a Glance
Credential: Minor in Sport Management
Total hours: 15 semester credits
Delivery: Residential (Graceville Campus)
Typical length: Can be completed alongside the B.A. in Business Leadership
Entry terms: August | January | May
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Credential: Minor in Sport Management
Total hours: 15 semester credits
Delivery: Residential (Graceville Campus)
Typical length: Can be completed alongside the B.A. in Business Leadership
Entry terms: August | January | May
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Required Courses
-SPM 101 – Introduction to Sport Management (3)
-SPM 201 – Sport Administration and Organization (3)
-SPM 301 – Sport Leadership (3)
Choose Two
-SPM 305 – Sport Marketing (3)
-SPM 310 – Sport Facilities, Event Management, and Operations (3)
-SPM 315 – Sport, Spirituality, and Ministry Outreach (3)
-SPM 325 – Issues and Trends in Sport (3)
-SPM 330 – Sport Coaching (3)
What You’ll Learn
You’ll gain insight into the business and leadership dimensions of sport, learning to plan events, manage teams, coordinate outreach, and navigate ethical issues in athletics. Courses emphasize Christ-centered leadership, industry trends, and real-world preparation for careers or ministry in the sports world.
Career & Graduate Pathways
-Athletic or sport ministry leader
-Sport event or facility manager
-Youth sports coordinator or coach
-Nonprofit sports program director
-Further studies in sport leadership, M.A. in Organizational Management, or MBA
What You’ll Learn
You’ll gain insight into the business and leadership dimensions of sport, learning to plan events, manage teams, coordinate outreach, and navigate ethical issues in athletics. Courses emphasize Christ-centered leadership, industry trends, and real-world preparation for careers or ministry in the sports world.
Career & Graduate Pathways
-Athletic or sport ministry leader
-Sport event or facility manager
-Youth sports coordinator or coach
-Nonprofit sports program director
-Further studies in sport leadership, M.A. in Organizational Management, or MBA
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