Sport Management
Accelerated Bachelor of Science Online
Turn your passion for sports into a career through a flexible, fully online program designed for working adults. Build the skills to lead, manage and grow in the sport industry.
100%
Online
Finish in as few as
18 Months
$450
Per Credit
No Fees
Earn Your Sports Management Degree in 2 Years or Less
NNU’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in Sport Management prepares you for a wide range of careers in the growing sport industry. In just 92 credits, you’ll build a strong foundation in sport marketing, event and facility management, leadership and sport law.
Designed for working adults, this fully online program allows you to gain practical, career-ready skills while balancing your current responsibilities. You’ll graduate prepared to step into roles across athletics, sports organizations and related industries, or continue your education in graduate programs like sport management or business.
Fast Facts
$450 per credit
92 total credits
No fees
Complete in 2 years or less
Stackable certificates
Why Choose Sport Management at NNU
- Fully online with courses starting every 8 weeks
- Complete your degree in 92 credits with no fees
- Accelerated format designed for working adults
- Curriculum grounded in real-world sport industry practices
- Faculty with both academic and professional sport industry experience
- Faith-informed approach to leadership, ethics and service
Career-Ready Skills You’ll Graduate With
- Develop skills in sport marketing and event planning
- Learn to manage facilities, teams and operations
- Strengthen leadership and communication abilities
- Understand legal, ethical and financial aspects of sport organizations
- Apply critical thinking to real-world sport management challenges
- Prepare for careers or graduate study in sport management and related fields
- Understand organizational culture
- Apply leadership principles to real-world workplace challenges
Additional Information & FAQs About the Sport Management Degree
What will I learn in the Sport Management program?
In this program, you’ll learn how the sport industry operates and how to contribute to it in meaningful ways. You’ll build knowledge in marketing, operations, leadership and event management, all within the context of sports.
You’ll explore how organizations plan events, engage fans and manage teams and facilities. Along the way, you’ll develop the confidence to pursue opportunities in a competitive and fast-moving industry.
What skills will I develop for the sport industry?
- Planning and managing sport events
- Supporting marketing and promotional efforts
- Understanding operations and facility management
- Communicating effectively within teams and organizations
- Applying business principles to sport environments
These skills prepare you for a variety of roles across the industry.
Will I learn skills I can use right away?
Yes. The program focuses on real-world application. Through projects and applied coursework, you’ll work through scenarios that reflect what you’ll experience in the sport industry.
This allows you to build practical skills you can use immediately in your current role or position.
What areas of sport management does the program focus on?
- Sport marketing and promotion
- Event and facility management
- Leadership and team dynamics
- Sport law and ethics
- Business operations in sport organizations
You’ll gain a broad understanding of the industry and how different roles connect.
How is this program different from other sport management degrees?
This program combines flexibility with practical learning and a strong foundation in both business and sport.
You’ll learn in an online format designed for working adults, while also developing real-world skills that prepare you to enter the industry with confidence.
How do I apply and can I transfer credits into this program?
Standard Admission
- Apply online and submit your transcripts to get started. You can upload unofficial transcripts during the application process.
Transfer-Friendly Pathway
- Transfer college credits may apply toward your 92-credit degree, helping you finish faster and build on the work you’ve already completed.
Possible Career Paths with a Sport Management Degree
A degree in Sport Management prepares you to lead and support organizations within the sports and recreation industry. Graduates often pursue roles in athletic administration, event management, facility operations and sports marketing.
Metropolitan and nonmetropolitan area occupational employment and wage estimates for the Boise area are sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Sport Marketing Coordinator
Athletic Administrator
Event and Facility Manager
Community Relations Coordinator
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