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Sport Management
Transform your love of sports into a lucrative career, building skills in marketing, business and public relations.
Why Earn an MS in Sport Management?
With a degree in sport management, you can transform your passion for athletics into a rewarding professional life in college and high school athletic administration or sport-based youth development. You can also harness your communication and business skills to work in sports marketing, promotion, accounting or finance.
Why Earn Your MS in Sport Management at Adelphi University in New York?
- Gain unparalleled access to top industry professionals and unique internship opportunities in our New York location—at the heart of the ever-growing sport industry.
- Build the complete skill set you need to excel with our dynamic curriculum and opportunities for specialization.
- Expand your career opportunities while taking advantage of our generous financial aid offerings.
Adelphi’s faculty are committed to providing a personalized educational experience to each student.
90%*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2022
of our master’s graduates say that Adelphi University increased their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of professionals in their field
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2022
The exciting part of our sport management program is it can be tailored to a variety of interests to meet the needs of our ever-growing world of sports. Our dedicated and experienced faculty have direct contact with numerous alumni and the sport organizations throughout the tristate area and the world to assist and help you get the inside track on the latest trends in sports.
Concentrations
Athletic administrators and directors supervise every aspect of a university or college program, including coaches, operations, staff and budget. In the collegiate athletic administration specialization, students prepare for these responsibilities by learning to:
- Apply administrative theory to issues in intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics
- Organize intramural and recreational sports programs
- Maintain compliance with state and federal laws
- Communicate strategic messages
- Plan and fund sports events
- Manage sports facilities
Develop the skills to promote brands in today’s complex, fast-paced marketing landscape by exploring:
- Promotion, advertising and sales management strategies
- Evaluation tools to measure campaign effectiveness
- Brand equity analysis and long-term development
- Communication techniques for public relations
- Licensing and merchandising
- Sponsorships
Adelphi University’s mission in sport-based youth development is to lead the field in education, training and research, thereby enhancing the practice of sport-based youth development locally, nationally and globally. This specialization prepares students for leadership positions in nonprofit organizations, interscholastic/intercollegiate sports settings, school systems, sport and summer camps, recreational and athletic leagues, professional sports settings and the corporate social responsibility sector of for-profit organizations.
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
We are committed to providing all our students with opportunities to apply what they learn directly to their current and future sport-industry roles. Fewer than 20 miles from New York City, Adelphi will serve as your home base as you gain experience in the field, from teams, leagues and nonprofits. All students in the program complete a capstone internship experience at locations such as:
Program Info
Application Requirements
In addition to the application and fee, applicants for this program should submit the following requirements:
- Application and $60 fee
- Official transcripts from all prior institutions and proof of bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
- Two letters of recommendation
- Essay
- Résumé (preferred)
Awards & Recognition
Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth.
A Top Grad School
NC-SARA Approved
Adelphi University participates in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
Approved Distance Education
Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development college for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Expert Career Guidance
Abound
Adelphi is recognized among Abound’s 2024 Best Online Colleges North for our high-quality faculty and our supportive student experience, including providing the guidance, resources and services that our online students need to succeed both academically and professionally.
Top Ranked for Online Study
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #7 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact.
Ranked one of the best
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi University has been named a Best College among National Universities for seven consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island.
A Best College
Times Higher Education
Adelphi ranked in the top 4 percent of universities in the nation by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, receiving the highest scores in academic reputation and international outlook.
Global Recognition
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