Academic Programs
MBA: Sport Management
Overview
Position yourself at the intersection of business leadership and sports industry expertise with Bluefield University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) specializing in Sport Management. Built for today’s sports professionals and future leaders, this graduate program equips you with the strategic, operational, and analytical skills needed to excel in the competitive world of sports business.
MBA: Sport Management Opportunities
Designed for busy professionals, Bluefield’s MBA programs offer:
- 100% online delivery for maximum flexibility.
- 30 credit hours and just 10 courses to complete your degree.
- Finish in as little as 10 months (Pending Course Rotation) — Or tailor your pace to your schedule.
- Affordability — lower tuition compared to peer programs, plus financial aid and scholarships available.
This blend of flexibility, pace, and cost-effectiveness helps you balance work, life, and professional goals while earning a degree that elevates your career.
No GMAT or GRE Required
Our MBA program simplifies your journey to graduate business success with a streamlined admissions process — no GMAT or GRE score is needed. Dedicated support guides you from application through graduation, ensuring you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Our MBA in Sport Management blends core business fundamentals with specialized training designed for sports industry leaders. Whether you aspire to manage athletic programs, run marketing campaigns for major teams, or lead large-scale events, this program helps turn your passion into impact.
Quick Program Details
Tuition: $525 Per Credit Hour
Next Start Online: October 2026
Time to Complete: As little as 10 months (Pending Course Rotation) Or tailored to fit your schedule over time*
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
Other Available Specializations
MBA Your Way
Bluefield University’s unique MBA Your Way program empowers working professionals to earn a respected flexible online MBA that fits your life and career goals. With a customizable curriculum, multiple concentration options, and a completion timeline as fast as 10 months, MBA Your Way puts YOU in the driver’s seat of your graduate business education.
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MBA: Leadership
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Career Outlook
Graduates of the MBA in Sport Management are equipped for meaningful leadership roles across the booming business of sport, including:
- Athletic Director & Sports Administrator
- Sports Marketing Manager
- Event & Facility Operations Director
- Brand & Sponsorship Strategist
- General Manager of Sports Organizations
- Entrepreneurial Roles in Sports Startups & Agencies
With the global sports market continuing to expand, professionals with both business acumen and sports industry insight are increasingly in demand — making this degree a powerful career differentiator.
Courses & Competencies
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Total Credits: 30
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
Core Requirements (21 Credits)
- How to Be a Leader
- Data Analytics
- Human Resources
- Marketing & Public Relations
- Legal & Ethical Decision Making
- Managerial Economics
- Financial Statement Analysis
Specialization (9 Credits)
- Athlete and Team Management
- Financial Management in Sports
- Sports Media and Communications
Specializations for this program are detailed in the graduate catalog.