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Online Master of Sports Administration
Earn the World Champion of Sports Business Degrees

Online Master of Sports Administration

100%
online courses
5
semesters
36
credit hours
COSMA
accredited

Be the Outstanding Captain Your Team Needs

Ohio University is the birthplace of sports business education. With Ohio University's Online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA) degree, you can score the credentials you need to strengthen your skills and build a successful career. This #1 Online Sports Administration Degree program1 helps you master concepts from revenue generation, law, analytics, and more, as these apply to athletics. You will graduate ready to pursue advanced career opportunities in college athletics, professional sports, sports media, and more.

Program Benefits

  • Online, flexible format
  • COSMA accredited
  • #1 Online Sports Management Masters Degree Program1
  • Small class sizes
  • Interactive, engaging curriculum

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Lead with Passion and Skill

Whether you pursue leadership roles in college athletics, take to the professional leagues or advance in the world of sports media, 在线体育管理硕士学位可以帮助你规划你的课程,达到新的职业高度. Gain the critical sports business knowledge and the soft skills you'll need to advance your career.

The average sports management salary for someone with a master's degree is $69,239 per year and can range from $42,000 to about $133,000 per year.2

Career Outlook

Student Testimonial

"What sets Ohio University apart is the network - there are Bobcats everywhere in the sports world."

- Stefan Onorato, OMSA, May 2024

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Careers in Sports Administration

获得世界上最好的体育商业研究生教育-专为工作的专业人士,以提高你的教育,而不是把你的职业生涯搁置.

  • Operations Manager Average Salary

    $57,975

    per year4

  • Marketing Manager Average Salary

    $65,646

    per year5

  • Director of Ticket Operations Average Salary

    $79,858

    per year6

  • Director of Operations Average Salary

    $184,493

    per year7

Program Update from Professional MSA to Online MSA

In line with our mission to be the best program in online sport business graduate education, 我们对我们的专业(混合)体育管理硕士课程做了重要的改变. 从2023年秋季开始,该项目已更名为在线体育管理硕士项目. 

该计划的总体目标仍然是确保学生接受高水平的体育商业教育,同时也提供了在驻地和体育商业会议上与newbb电子平台体育广告网络联系的机会. To reach these goals, we updated our curriculum to include important content areas like Sport Marketing and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and have reduced the number of required residencies. 

我们继续提供在线研究生体育商业教育的体育商业专业人士谁想要继续他们的教育,而不是暂停他们的职业生涯. 

Online MSA Curriculum

36 Credits | Part-time format | 2 Starts/year (Fall & Spring)

The 36-credit OMSA program combines the flexibility of online learning with crucial, in-person networking and residency opportunities. 课程以体育管理核心课程和五门专题课程为中心,涵盖了各种重要的热门话题, like Sport Business, Esports, and Sports Betting/Gambling. Students will take a 1 credit hour Capstone course in their final semester. 

OMSA项目将在雅典举办两次驻留活动,并提供国家体育论坛会议和newbb电子平台体育管理研讨会等体验选择,以确保学生有机会与校友联系, faculty and other Sports Ad students during their time in the program. 

Course Highlights:

  • SASM 6100 Leadership in Sports Administration

  • SASM 6585 Sport Business Revenue Strategies

  • SASM 6700 Financial Administration of Sport

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Admission Requirements

No GMAT Required | Transfer Up to 6 Credits


Fall 2024:

  • Application Deadline: 08/12
  • Classes Begin: 08/26

Getting started with your application is easy and we're here to help. Admission requirements for the OMSA program include:

  • Regionally accredited bachelor’s degree
  • GPA of approximately 3.0
  • 所有学士或以上学位机构的正式成绩单和任何额外大学课程的非官方成绩单
  • Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic references. At least one letter from a supervisor is required
  • Professional resume or CV
  • Current full-time employment in the sport industry. 2 years of professional experience in the sport industry is preferred
  • $50 application fee

While this is a high-profile program, we take a holistic admissions approach, considering career success and experience as well as GPAs. 我们欢迎用你的学习习惯和整体学术能力的证据来补充你的成绩的目的陈述, even if your GPA may not reflect your overall achievements.

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An Affordable, Online Program

$29,808 Total Tuition (Resident) | $828 Per Credit Hour (Resident)

OHIO has a long tradition of preparing sports professionals for meaningful career advancement. 

When you invest in the COSMA-accredited online MSA program, 您将获得在体育产业发展所需的领导力和硕士水平的体育特定业务技能.

Ohio University is committed to providing an affordable higher education option for students.

Financial Aid

OHIO is committed to offering affordable, 学费具有竞争力,并连续第四年被评为美国最具价值大学.S. News and World Report. In addition, student veteran, active military members, alumni, and corporate partners are automatically eligible to receive a 15% scholarship. Depending on your background, costs and credit hours will differ.

Tuition Details

  • Residency Opportunities

    The OMSA program will host residencies on the Athens campus, 并为学生提供参加国家会议的体验式学习机会,如国家体育论坛和全国大学体育主任协会,作为该计划的一部分. 我们的目标是确保学术内容以在线形式提供,并提供重要的面对面交流机会, with alumni, faculty, industry experts, and other Sports Ad students, are provided during the student's time in the program.

  • Online Learning at OHIO

    newbb电子平台有悠久的传统,提供专门为职场人士设计的在线课程. Our online students complete engaging, 综合课程,将传统课程的学术卓越和基于经验的学习与在线学习的所有灵活性和便利性相结合.

    With asynchronous courses and part-time scheduling (one course per seven weeks), you can earn your degree while maintaining your current work and personal commitments. Virtual office hours give you the opportunity to connect with peers and faculty. Access your coursework 24/7 and complete your assignments on a schedule that fits your life.

What You'll Learn

Students will develop a firm mastery of concepts essential to sports leadership, including sport law, analytics, business, revenue strategy, and more. Together, 这些优秀的品质使在线体育管理硕士课程值得体育管理认证委员会的认可.

Program Outcomes

  • Understanding of sport business knowledge across business disciplines.
  • Professional skills and abilities relevant to the sports business profession.
  • 运用体育商业原则、方法、趋势和最佳实践制定决策的能力.

Support from Accomplished Sports Management Professionals

我们的OMSA教师是有成就的学者和活跃的体育商业专业人士,他们在行业中保持着深厚的联系, from local to international levels. 他们将多年的经验和行业知识融入到课程中,帮助学生实现职业目标. In addition, each course includes guest speakers who are expert industry professionals. 

项目主管Kelley Walton花了大量的时间来了解和支持OMSA项目中的每个学生. This can be for interview preparation for the student's next job, letters of recommendation, or career counseling. 

Meet our Faculty

Faculty Spotlight

Kelley Walton,

Assistant Professor of Instruction in Sports Administration; Director, Professional Master of Sports Administration (PMSA)

 

凯利·沃尔顿(Kelley Walton)是newbb电子平台体育管理系的教学副教授. 她也是一名律师和顾问,在体育产业拥有超过十年的法律和人力资源经验. 她在东密歇根大学获得学士学位,在首都大学法学院获得法学博士学位.

 

 

Read More About Kelley Walton

 

Kelley Walton

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  • Online Master's in Athletic Administration


    准备领导K-12体育部门,并通过我们的在线体育管理硕士课程为学生运动员开发项目. 我们与全国校际体育管理协会(NIAAA)的合作伙伴关系,确保行业一致的领导理念建立在你的课程.

Answers to Common Questions

Find answers to common questions about the online program. For information not covered here, our expert admissions team is available to provide additional details and guidance.

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Does the Online Sports Administration Master's have a part-time option?

Yes. 该在线课程是为全职工作的专业人士设计的,同时也提供兼职课程,学生一次参加一个为期7周的课程. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school, 以及个人责任,让你有机会充分吸收课程中的信息. To see the curriculum, view our OMSA curriculum page.

体育管理在线硕士是由体育管理认证委员会(COSMA)认证的吗??

Yes, the OMSA program is accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA), 一个专门的认证机构,旨在促进和认可大学本科和研究生阶段体育管理教育的卓越表现. 

Does the Online Master of Sports Administration require work experience?

While not required, two years of professional experience in the sports industry is preferred for OMSA applicants. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.

What are the start dates for the Online Sports Administration Master's program throughout the year?

The program has 2 intakes per year in the Fall and Spring semesters. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.

Does the Online Sports Administration Master's have a residency component?

Yes, the OMSA has a residency in Athens, Ohio. In addition, students will have the option to attend national conferences (e.g. National Sports Forum, NACDA) as a part of the program. 目标是确保学术内容以在线形式提供,但重要的面对面交流机会是在学生学习期间亲自提供的.

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