Sport Management
Pursue your passion for sports with a sport management degree at Malone University
Your love for sports can be more than just a hobby – it can be the foundation for a fulfilling career. If you’re a sports enthusiast with dreams of working in the dynamic world of sports, our Ohio-based sport management program might be your perfect fit.
As a Malone sport management student, you’ll also be given many opportunities to network and also put your faith into action. Day in and day out, people in the sports world are making a huge impact for God’s kingdom, and we want you to do the same! With many faith-building options available on campus, inside and outside the classroom, your faith will develop right alongside your professional skill set.
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A game-changing sport management degree in Ohio
Our sport management program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the principles and practices essential for effective leadership in the dynamic fields of sports and recreation management. By engaging in both coursework and practical experiences, students develop critical skills such as strategic planning, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, all of which are vital for success in this competitive industry.
- Network with professional sport organizations in Northeast Ohio
- Enjoy sport management opportunities right here in Canton with close proximity to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
- Gain hands-on experience right here in our own athletic facilities by score-keeping, assisting with social media coverage, and more
Jobs and career paths with a sport management degree
In the sports industry, relationships matter, and at Malone, we’re committed to helping you build a network that will shape your future. Our sport management program combines academic excellence with practical experience, giving you the skills and connections needed to thrive and gain access to several jobs in the sports business, including:
- Athletic Director
- Social Media Coordinator
- Facility Manager
- Media Relations Coordinator
- Event Manager
- Sports Merchandising
- Sports Marketing
“Malone provided me with a faith focused foundation in both sport management and communication, which equipped me with the skills necessary to be a part of the team at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The caring professors, hands-on experiences and networking opportunities I gained while at Malone gave me the confidence needed to live out my Christian faith while contributing to preserving and sharing the rich history of professional football.”
Nathan Martin ’18
Program Distinctives
Learn & Earn experience that prepares business leaders of integrity!
Our Learn & Earn partners are eager to work with Malone sport management students in an opportunity you won’t want to pass up! Network and gain experience while being paid to do so.
Professional and “big time” sports teams and leagues
Network with the best. Our program fosters connections with influential figures in the sports industry. Internships with professional, minor league, or college sports teams and leagues allow you to build relationships that can lead to future job opportunities.
Confident leadership in a sport-oriented setting
Our sport management program nurtures the future leaders of a dynamic global sports industry. Emphasizing innovation, ethical leadership, and hands-on experience, we prepare students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in various positions within the sports field.
Sport Management Internship Opportunities
Located near the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Hall of Fame Village, our students have access to incredible internship opportunities and networking experiences – right down the street!
Several of our sport management students interned in other unique locations as well, including:
- Akron RubberDucks
- Cleveland Browns
- Cleveland Cavaliers
- Cleveland Guardians
- Milwaukee Bucks
- Jackson Friends Church sports ministry
- First Friends Church sports ministry
Sport Management Minors
Have you chosen another major but want to enhance your studies with a sport management minor? You can do that at Malone!
You can also supplement your sport management major through programs such as:
Marketing minor
The marketing Minor is perfect for students who are interested in pairing their main program with a diverse exploration in ethical brand positioning. Students who take on the Marketing minor program will be able to supplement a primary program of study with a skillset that communicates product/service needs for customers effectively.
Communication Arts minor
Our communication arts minor provides practical expertise in public speaking, media, and digital communication, complementing any major by fostering stronger interpersonal and professional communication skills that are essential for success in today’s interconnected world.
Business Administration minor
Our business administration minor is an all-encompassing program that provides foundational knowledge for students who want to learn the day-to-day operations of running a business efficiently.
Selected courses in this program
- SMGT 290 – Facility and Event Management
- SMGT 303 – Contemporary Sport Management
- SMGT 301 – Application of Sport Management
- SMGT 334 – Media Relations in Sport
- SMGT 345 – Sociology of Sport
- SMGT 442 – Sport Marketing
- SMGT 445 – Ethical and Legal Issues of Sport
- SMGT 453 – Governance in Sport
Faith Integration
As children of God, we are called to be the “light to the world” in unique and practical ways. Especially in a program that equips students to be the hands and feet of Christ in sport settings, our students learn to “be the light” in the communities where they are placed to serve.
Apply to Malone’s sport management program
This program is an excellent option for those who are passionate about sports and aspire to become leaders who can positively influence athletes in a setting of their choice.
Apply to Malone today and start your journey toward becoming a leader in top-tier sports franchises and organizations.