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Sport Administration

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Tuition USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Cincinnati, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Sport Administration at University of Cincinnati is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Sport Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Cincinnati, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Sport Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

The online Master of Science in Sport Administration degree at the University of Cincinnati takes a comprehensive approach to sports management education. The program is 30 credits and can be completed in 1.5 years.

Each course in this online program approaches athletic administration from a different angle, giving students the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge in many areas that can prepare them for future high school, college and professional sports management careers.

This program will culminate in a capstone project where you will demonstrate mastery of your new skills. You will select an industry partner, with faculty approval, to tackle a real-world challenge in your area of interest.

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Required Courses
Course Title/Description Credit
SPAD7028

Managerial Strategies in Athletics

The focus of this course is on the application of leadership and management theory to issues in interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics, including organizational behavior, strategic planning, and effective human resources management. Emphasis will be placed on the issues, forces, and problems impacting decision making. The course will utilize case studies and draw from current events and trends to connect theories with practice.

 3
SPAD7013

Strategic Athletic Marketing and Communications

This course focuses on development of marketing and communication strategies associated with interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics; specifically, market and customer analysis, market segmentation, and marketing mix tactics. Topics will cover the strategies used to market the teams and maintain a relationship between the athletic department and media.

 3
SPAD7036

Applied Financial Management Strategies in Athletics

This course will examine the application and effectiveness of the predominant forms of revenue generation and budgeting being utilized at both the intercollegiate and interscholastic levels. Students wi

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Submit These Materials
University of Cincinnati Application for Graduate Admission - including $65.00 fee, with an additional $5.00 fee for international applicants. The application must be submitted electronically at http://grad.uc.edu/admissions.html, under \'Graduate Application\'.Three References - References should come from a combination of individuals (e.g. managers, professors, volunteer coordinators, etc.) who can attest to your academic and professional skills. Be certain to inform persons who provide recommendations of the deadline for receipt of credentials. You will provide the name and contact information for those whom you choose to recommend you on the University of Cincinnati Application for Graduate Admission.Process for submission of references:Within the online University of Cincinnati Application for Graduate Admission, you will provide the name and contact information for those whom you choose to recommend you for the program. The University will contact each recommender to solicit their recommendation.
Official transcripts
Transcripts should verify: A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution, and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale for the last degree earned. (A comparable level of achievement is expected for other grading systems.)Transcripts must be received from your college in a sealed envelope. Your transcript(s) can be mailed to you and forwarded to the Graduate School. Please request that all of your transcripts be sent to you; do not open the envelope, and forward them all together in one mailer. If you completed coursework at the University of Cincinnati prior to Fall 1999, you must request an official copy of your transcript through the Office of the Registrar. Any coursework completed at UC after 1999 will not require a transcript. Please note: International transcripts must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES).
Resume (for security purposes, please do not include your DOB or SSN)
Goal Statement - Discuss why you wish to transition to a career in nursing, identify how your academic, professional and volunteer experiences thus far make you a unique candidate for this program, and explain the role of a nurse as you understand it.Graduate Record Exam Score (GRE) - This examination provides important information concerning aptitude for graduate study. Substantial review is recommended for proper preparation. Please note that GRE scores must be less than (5) years old at the time of application and must be forwarded to the College by the Educational Testing Service. For more information, please visit www.gre.org. For information about the test prep class, call (513) 556-4194 or email GREhelp@uc.edu. Additional questions can be directed to Testing Services at (513) 556-7173. Test prep books for the GRE can be purchased at most bookstores The GRE is waived for those who already hold an advance degree (i.e. masters or doctoral).The following score are preferred:
  • 153 or higher Verbal
  • 144 or higher Quantitative
  • 4.0 or higher Analytical Writing
The International Student Services Office provides assistance to international graduate students and supplies additional information upon receipt of the University application. This information addresses how to obtain a visa, anticipated expenses, health and accident insurance (required), housing and general information concerning the University, as well as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). For more information, please visit the TOEFL site, www.toefl.org.
Interview
If the Director of the Accelerated Pathway requires additional information after initial review of your application, you may be contacted for an interview. If distance makes an on-site interview impractical, a telephone interview can be arranged.
Review Process/Admission Decision
The Student Affairs Council, a committee that meets monthly to consider applicants, determines the final admission decision. Decisions are based on the entirety of the application, along with the interview, if applicable. Successful applicants will be e-mailed an acceptance packet, which must be completed and returned by the date indicated in the packet.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Cincinnati directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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  • Duration 24 months
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