Online Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management
Make the Next Play in Your Sport Career
Ready to take your love of the game even further? An online sport management degree can give you the tools you need to support the challenges of many aspects of the sport industry—from facility and event management to high school and professional sports and much more!
The online Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management from Lindenwood University can help you gain a broad understanding of the sports industry through an exploration of topics across business, marketing, management, finance, and sport law. This online bachelor’s degree program in sport management also offers the advantage of an in-program internship opportunity that lets you make real-world connections to your industry so you can get an edge in your career pursuits.
Program at a Glance
2-4 years
Duration
75-77
Credit Hours
$495
Cost per Credit
100%
Online
Course Spotlight
Your sport management program online studies can develop you in the key skills necessary to thrive in the sporting industry. Explore business marketing, management, finance, sport law and much more. Strengthen your learning through specialized focuses in the following:
- Sport Marketing and Promotion
- Strategic Management of Sports Facilities
- Sports Business Orientation
- Sport Event and Entertainment Manager
Career Outlook
Graduates can pursue number of oversight roles in the sport industry, including sporting event promotion, sporting event management and much more. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), event planners can earn a median annual salary of $49,470. Promoters of sporting events can earn $113,470 annually.
Admissions Requirements
For admission to your program, you will need to complete your online application and submit the following documents:
- Online application
- Official transcripts
All colleges and universities previously attended. If you have fewer than 24 college credits, you will need to submit your official high school transcript.
If cumulative college GPA is below a 2.0, the following will also be required:
- Résumé
- Letter of intent/personal statement
(1–2 page document indicating your interest in the program and Lindenwood)
Tuition Details
The cost per credit hour for this program is $495. Besides affordable tuition, we offer a generous transfer policy of up to 90 credits toward your degree completion to further offset tuition costs—to save you time and money on your education!
Frequently Asked Questions
You can earn your online sport management bachelor’s degree in as little as two to four years.
A career in sport management can mean management of sporting events or facilities or managing the promotion of athletes and teams at the professional or amateur levels.
Yes, the job field for sporting event planners is growing at a much faster than average rate of 18 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Why Choose Lindenwood University Online?
Since 1832, Lindenwood University has served students worldwide with affordable, high-quality academic programs providing real experience and real success. After nearly 200 years of academic excellence, Lindenwood is committed to a set of core values, including integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and community.
Quality
We evolve our online degree programs to reflect the latest in academic research and innovation and to meet the top standards of higher education.
Affordability
We are committed to offering our students studying online low tuition rates on top of multiple ways to save on your education.
Career-Focused
Our programs align curriculum to industry realities from experienced instructors who share real-world insights.
Support
We employ experts who are dedicated to helping our students with financial aid planning, enrollment counseling, tutoring services, and more.
We are committed to helping you succeed.
Throughout each step of your online degree program, you will receive support. From enrollment and tuition planning to staying on the right track, your support team is there to ensure your success.